A historic action photo from the KAA Gent versus Royal Antwerp FC match has been released for licensing. The image, captured by photographer Maarten Straetemans, shows Antwerp's Zeno Van Den Bosch in action during the league fixture on February 25, 2024. The material was reported by Reuters Connect, which notes the content has not been verified or endorsed by them.
The photo freezes a moment from match day 27 of the 2023-2024 Jupiler Pro League season. The game was played in Ghent and was supplied by the agency Isosport/Content Curation/Sipa USA. The file carries the identifier USN MT1SIPA000PC4W90 and has a resolution of 5715 by 3810 pixels. This type of imagery forms a visual archive for the club and its fans.
Why is this photo relevant now?
The release of this image coincides with a strong season start for KAA Gent in 2026. The Buffalos currently sit fifth in the Jupiler Pro League with six points from two games. They have scored four goals and conceded just one, giving them a goal difference of plus three. Their recent form is excellent with two consecutive wins. Fans can always follow the live standings online.
This position puts Gent just three points behind leaders Club Brugge KV. That gap can be addressed directly in the next fixture, a home match against those same leaders on August 30, 2026. The upcoming schedule can be found on our fixtures page. The 2024 match against Antwerp is a reminder of the constant high-level rivalry.
How does this fit into the current campaign?
The current squad under coach Vanhaezebrouck is building on foundations laid in previous years. One player currently unavailable is Matisse Samoise. His absence is noted on our injuries list. The strong defensive numbers this season – only one goal conceded – show the team is solid. The photo of Van Den Bosch being pressured is a reminder of the physical play in the Belgian top flight.
The visual archive, with images like this one, helps document the club's history. It shows the evolution of players, tactics, and the atmosphere at the Ghelamco Arena. For media and content creators, licensor Reuters Connect provides access to this material.
What does this mean for fans and media?
For supporters, the released photo offers a chance to relive a memorable season moment. It's a concrete piece of club heritage. For journalists and publishers covering KAA Gent, it means an additional source of authentic imagery. They can use it to illustrate stories about the club's past and present.
The combination of historical imagery and current performance paints a complete picture. KAA Gent is a club with a rich history that is simultaneously competing in the title race. The focus now is on the important home match against Club Brugge, where the current form will be tested. The full squad overview can be consulted via the squad page.
