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Antwerp and Beveren set for Belgian Pro League curtain-raiser
The Belgian Pro League season kicks off with Royal Antwerp facing SK Beveren at the Bosuil Stadion. This opening day fixture sees two sides looking to make their mark as the new campaign begins.
Royal Antwerp's pre-season campaign saw them navigate a series of friendly matches, with results mixed. They secured victories against Olympiacos and Sporting Hasselt, but also faced defeats against Millwall and Leyton Orient. Their final matches of the previous season in the Belgian Pro League Playoff Conference League Group saw them secure a win against Westerlo and draws with Genk, though they suffered a significant loss to OH Leuven.
SK Beveren also engaged in friendly fixtures to prepare for the new season. They recorded a resounding 8-1 victory over KSK Beveren and a 2-1 win against RFC Seraing. Their form in the latter stages of the Challenger Pro League was strong, with wins against Kortrijk, FC Liege, and RWDM Brussels, alongside draws with Anderlecht Futures and Club Brugge NXT.
Both sides are expected to field strong starting lineups for the opening day of the season, with no significant absences reported. Royal Antwerp's expected XI includes forwards Anthony Valencia and Koki Ando, supported by midfielders Geoffry Hairemans and Thibo Somers. SK Beveren's predicted lineup features forwards Lennart Mertens and Christian Bruels, with Dante Rigo and Ferre Slegers expected to anchor the midfield.
The history between Royal Antwerp and SK Beveren shows a competitive edge, particularly in league competition. Their most recent league meeting in January 2021 saw Royal Antwerp emerge victorious with a 3-2 scoreline. However, previous encounters have also resulted in dominant wins for Antwerp, including a 4-1 victory in August 2019 and a 3-0 win in December 2020. Their last cup encounter in November 2022 ended in a 2-2 draw.
As the Belgian Pro League commences, both Royal Antwerp and SK Beveren will be eager to start with a positive result. The Bosuil Stadion will host a fixture that promises to set the tone for their respective seasons. The tactical approaches and individual performances will be key as they aim to secure the opening day points.
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