KV Mechelen edges out Antwerp in a hard-fought encounter
KV Mechelen secured a narrow 1-0 victory against Antwerp, courtesy of B. Van den Eynden’s goal in the 42nd minute.
The match began with both sides seeking control from the outset. KV Mechelen struck first through a well-taken goal by B. Van den Eynden, who expertly finished a pass from P. Pflucke. Despite relentless pressure from Antwerp, KV Mechelen held onto their lead until the final whistle.
The match was characterized by numerous yellow cards, with Antwerp receiving four and KV Mechelen three. Referee Nicolas Laforge had to assert his authority on several occasions to keep the players in check.
Despite having less possession, KV Mechelen proved more efficient in attack, recording 13 shots, including four on target, compared to Antwerp’s 17 shots, only three of which found the target.
KV Mechelen finds themselves in a strong position on the league table, while Antwerp will need to improve their performance in the coming matches.
Substitutions kv mechelen: at minute 19 B. Van den Eynden came in and J. Van Cleemput went out., at minute 51 B. Bafdili came in and J. Ngoy went out., at minute 77 B. Raman came in and N. Storm went out., at minute 77 S. Walsh came in and K. Mrabti went out.
Substitutions antwerp: at minute 62 J. Riedewald came in and M. Doumbia went out., at minute 62 K. Corbanie came in and J. Bataille went out., at minute 76 A. Valencia came in and T. Chery went out., at minute 86 V. Udoh came in and A. Costa went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
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KV Mechelen
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