Gent Takes the Lead with a Beautiful Volley from Araujo and Goal by Vergara Before Half-Time

The match starts with a safe ball possession of the visitors

The match against KV Mechelen started with a secure ball possession by Gent. However, the organization kept it easy for now while Rik De Mil's troops had to prove they could apply enough pressure.

Vergara and Araujo open the goal door

After about 35 minutes, however, Gent began with a beautiful attack. A corner kick landed via Marsa's head in Araujo's hands, who scored without hesitation. It was a magnificent goal for the Buffalo’s and provided early confidence.

Vergara narrowly misses

Almost double the lead for Gent, but Vergara missed the goal after Sonko's pass. Miras kept the visitors level with a brilliant save.

Malinwa searches for his first goal

Malinwa had to exert more pressure, but he found it not easy to hold onto the ball. A collision between Zekri and Burgess stopped the rhythm of the match temporarily.

Gent pushes before half-time

Gent pushed Malinwa just before halftime with a goal from Vergara after Araujo made a beautiful volley. The Buffalo’s lead 2-0 at halftime and will try to maintain their European momentum today.

Dennis Praet's first game

Dennis Praet, the newest addition of KV Mechelen, plays his first Jupiler Pro League match. The 32-year-old former Golden Shoe came over from Antwerp a few weeks ago.