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Tense Match in Charleroi Ends in Agonizing Draw
Charleroi and Club Brugge KV drew in an incident-packed match at the Stade du Pays de Charleroi. The match, corresponding to matchday 27 of the Jupiler Pro League 2025, was marked by intensity and refereeing decisions.
Charleroi took the lead in the 35th minute with a goal from C. Keita, after a play with no apparent assist. The home team maintained the lead until the 74th minute, when C. Tzolis equalized for Club Brugge KV from the penalty spot. The tension increased significantly in the second half, especially after the sending off of K. Van Den Kerkhof in the 61st minute for Charleroi, who had already received a yellow card in the 45th minute for E. Camara and a yellow card for H. Cornelis in the 90th minute, as well as L. Blum and M. Kone who also received yellow cards in the 90th.
Club Brugge KV dominated possession with 61% compared to Charleroi’s 39%, reflecting their constant attempt to break down the home defense. However, Charleroi were solid in defense, despite playing with one man less for much of the second half. Club Brugge KV managed 15 shots, 5 of which were on target, while Charleroi attempted 9 shots, with 3 on target.
When it seemed that the match would end in a draw, J. Ordonez scored in the last minute of normal time for Club Brugge KV, with an assist from M. Diakhon, sealing a draw that leaves a bittersweet taste for both teams. Referee Bert Verbeke showed several cards, reflecting the toughness of the match. C. Forbs of Club Brugge KV also received a yellow card in the 90th minute.
Substitutions charleroi: at minute 65 A. Bernier came in and L. Blum went out., at minute 76 P. Guiagon came in and M. Boukamir went out., at minute 89 J. Romsaas came in and P. Pflucke went out.
Substitutions club brugge kv: at minute 85 J. Seys came in and M. Diakhon went out., at minute 85 K. Sabbe came in and H. Siquet went out., at minute 85 N. Tresoldi came in and R. Vermant went out., at minute 90 R. Onyedika came in and H. Vetlesen went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Charleroi
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Club Brugge KV
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