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Belgian Pro League Season Review: Kortrijk
Finish position: 15th Overview: Kortrijk had been flirting with relegation for two seasons now, and it was unlucky number three as they finally succumbed to the inevitable fall into the Challenger Pro League. The side went through three managers this season, with Bernd Storck almost managing the impossible and keeping them in the league. However, he was unable to sustain their top flight status and after many years they are back in the Belgian second tier. Player of the Season: Abdelkahar Kadri The third Algerian in the Pro League to win one of the player of the season awards from us, Kadri will certainly leave the club this summer. The 24-year-old scored six goals and provided eight assists in 31 games, bettering his numbers from last season. Another of the Paradou AC production line, Kadri should have plenty of suitors this summer. Young Player of the Season: Nayel Mehssatou Chilean international midfielder Mehssatou turned 22 this season and looks destined to avoid playing in the Challenger Pro League next season. Once a full-back, Mehssatou has developed into a central midfielder and grabbed four goals and two assists in 37 games. His versatility should attract a number of sides from aboard and within Belgium. Summer needs: Putting together a side capable of coming straight back up. Promotion to the Pro League is set to get harder in the future, and next season could be the best chance sides will have to do so. They have already made positive steps with bringing in Michiel Jonckheere as the head coach for next season. Now, he just needs a capable playing squad. Grade: D GBeNeFN | Ben Jackson
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21-04-2025
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Former Burnley and Middlesbrough striker Jelle Vossen staying with Zulte Waregem after promotion
Former Burnley and Middlesbrough striker Jelle Vossen staying with Zulte Waregem after promotion Veteran striker Jelle Vossen will stay with Zulte Waregem until 2026. The 36-year-old scored a dramatic late winner last Friday to help the side win promotion back to the Belgian Pro League. Vossen's future was unclear prior to the game, but now both player and club have confirmed that the striker will remain with the club for one more season. The former Burnley and Middlesbrough striker was, despite his advancing years, in great form for the side this season. He ended the Challenger Pro League campaign with 15 goals in 24 games. This was just another season in which Vossen has performed for Zulte Waregem. Since joining the club in the 2019/2020 season, he has gone on to make 160 appearances, scoring 66 goals. Advertisement Prior to playing for Zulte Waregem, Vossen also had time with Club Brugge, Cercle Brugge and Genk alongside his English adventures. During his time with Genk he scored 105 goals in 248 games, while with Club Brugge he grabbed 48 goals in 141 appearances. He now has a chance to add to his 159 Pro League goals next season. GBeNeFN | Ben Jackson
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21-04-2025
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Former Burnley and Middlesbrough striker Jelle Vossen staying with Zulte Waregem after promotion
Veteran striker Jelle Vossen will stay with Zulte Waregem until 2026. The 36-year-old scored a dramatic late winner last Friday to help the side win promotion back to the Belgian Pro League. Vossen's future was unclear prior to the game, but now both player and club have confirmed that the striker will remain with the club for one more season. 🇧🇪🏆| Jelle Vossen's goal that won Zulte Waregem the Challenger Pro League title and promotion back to the Pro League! — Get Belgian & Dutch Football News (@GBeNeFN) April 18, 2025 The former Burnley and Middlesbrough striker was, despite his advancing years, in great form for the side this season. He ended the Challenger Pro League campaign with 15 goals in 24 games. This was just another season in which Vossen has performed for Zulte Waregem. Since joining the club in the 2019/2020 season, he has gone on to make 160 appearances, scoring 66 goals. Prior to playing for Zulte Waregem, Vossen also had time with Club Brugge, Cercle Brugge and Genk alongside his English adventures. During his time with Genk he scored 105 goals in 248 games, while with Club Brugge he grabbed 48 goals in 141 appearances. He now has a chance to add to his 159 Pro League goals next season. GBeNeFN | Ben Jackson
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14-04-2025
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Football at its best: Liège fans sing to mourning Genk goalkeeper after penalty save
Football at its best: Liège fans sing to mourning Genk goalkeeper after penalty save The fans of the RFC Liège provided a beautiful moment in their clash with Jong Genk on Sunday. Genk goalkeeper Brent Stevens saved a penalty to merit the home fans singing to him at full-time, considering some terrible personal news revealed before the game. Advertisement Jong Genk were first relegated from the Challenger Pro League on Sunday. A victory over Liège could've allowed the Belgian team's reserves to remain in the competition, yet a visit to RFC Liège ended 3-1. While it was a painful afternoon for Genk, injury time brought a heartwarming moment. With the score at 3-1, Liège were awarded a penalty right in front of the home support. It was the perfect opportunity to put the icing on the cake as striker Zakaria Atteri had already scored twice and had an eye on his hat-trick. However, his attempt was saved well by goalkeeper Stevens. Responding to the stop, the Liège fans applauded Stevens. Going one further, and understanding that the 21-year-old keeper had recently lost his father after a long illness, the home faithful sang to him. There was even a hug with some fans. It will undoubtedly give Stevens, who made his debut for Jong Genk, a boost. GBeNeFN | Max Bradfield
