Gent – Club Brugge KV

Gent secured a hard‑fought 2‑1 victory over Club Brugge KV at home, extending their unbeaten run and consolidating their second‑place standing with 16 points from six games. The win nudged them just ahead of Brugge, who linger at third with 15 points after their sole defeat of the season. Both sides have been prolific in front of goal, Gent boasting an 11‑3 tally while Brugge sit on 12‑3, underscoring the attacking intent on display. The result also tips the head‑to‑head balance this season in Gent’s favour, after they have already beaten Brugge once with no reply.