Antwerp B held to draw by Lierse in pre-season clash
Antwerp B played a pre-season friendly against Lierse at De Bosuil on Saturday afternoon and were held to a 1-1 draw. The young Reds showed character but missed out on all three points in their preparations for the new campaign.
What happened at De Bosuil?
The match at De Bosuil started with a strong start from Antwerp B. Lierse, however, took the lead after just twenty minutes through a goal from Elias Van Eenoo. Antwerp B pushed hard, but the home side held firm. Jelle Batubinsika equalized for the visitors in the second half, and the game finished 1-1.
Why this matters for Antwerp
The friendly against Lierse was a solid test for manager Stijn Vreven’s young squad. The team showed resilience by coming back from a deficit. Still, questions remain about defensive organization. For Antwerp, this is a chance to let new signings settle into the team dynamic.
Antwerp currently sit fifteenth in the Jupiler Pro League, and their next fixture is scheduled for February 13, 2027 against Kortrijk at De Bosuil.
