Anderlecht Suffers a Shocking Setback Against Beerschot in Jupiler Pro League
Match Preview and Key Moments
On Friday, Anderlecht faced a challenging match against Beerschot in the 11th round of the Jupiler Pro League. The Anversois triumphed 2-1 thanks to two goals from Marwan Alsahafi (30th and 70th minutes). Kasper Dolberg managed to bring Anderlecht level with a penalty at the 50th minute, but it wasn’t enough. This match marked Beerschot's first victory of the season, leaving them at the bottom but within three points of the Cercle.
Performance in the Match
David Hubert, in his first match as the head coach, faced a tough evening, despite Anderlecht controlling 66% of possession. The defensive duo of Leander Dendoncker and Zanka appeared shaky, giving Beerschot opportunities to counterattack effectively. Early in the first half, Thibaud Verlinden hit the post, and Alsahafi's header soared over the Brussels goal shortly after.
- First Goal: Alsahafi opened the scoring with a precise strike at the 30th minute.
- Equalizer: Kasper Dolberg converted a penalty in the 50th minute to make it 1-1.
- Winning Goal: Alsahafi scored again at 70 minutes to secure the victory for Beerschot.
Implications of the Match
This defeat puts Anderlecht in a precarious position, remaining stuck in 4th place with 17 points. The loss has raised concerns among fans and analysts regarding the team's performance moving forward.
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