Gent holds on in 2-2 draw against Twente
Gent stayed level with FC Twente as the match on July 24, 2026 finished in a 2-2 draw. The result keeps Gent in the top five; the club sits 5th in the Jupiler Pro League with 24 points, 13 wins, 7 draws and 12 losses from 32 games, recent form LDWWW.
How did the match unfold?
Twente opened strongly, scoring from a free kick in the 12th minute. Gent answered quickly, equalising in the 23rd minute with a header from Nikola Storm. After the break Twente pressed again and extended the lead to 2-1 in the 58th minute. Gent did not give up; a corner in the 78th minute was turned into an equaliser by Yentl Van Genechten. Both sides held the score despite chances on either side.
What does the result mean for Gent?
The point keeps Gent within reach of the top three, though the club still trails 15 points behind league leaders Union St. Gilloise. With 51 goals scored and 47 conceded (+4 difference) the attack remains productive, but the defence must tighten up. The absence of Atli Barkarson, Atli Barkarson, Atli Barkarson due to injury remains a concern for manager Hein Vanhaezebrouck.
What lies ahead?
Gent returns to training focusing on the upcoming away match against St. Truiden on February 13, 2027, a side currently sitting 3rd in the table. A strong result against St. Truiden could push the club closer to the top and shrink the gap to Union St. Gilloise. Fans are hoping for a win to reverse the recent LDWWW form.
