Match Summary
SK Beveren defeated Liège 4:0. The match was played in Challenger Pro League 2025. Goals were scored by F. Slegers 20′, C. Bruls 39′, J. Bustin 45′ (o.g.), L. Mertens 85′. 1 yellow cards were shown. SK Beveren made 5 substitutions, Liège made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between SK Beveren and Liège — 4 goals and 1 cards recorded during the match.
assist: C. Bruls
assist: J. Margaritha
Own Goal
Lineups
SK Beveren lined up in a — formation under Marink Reedijk, while Liège deployed a — under Gaetan Englebert.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for SK Beveren is 7.02, compared to 6.94 for Liège. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. SK Beveren's highest-rated starter is C. Janssens (7.30), while Liège's best-rated player is J. D'Ostilio (7.16).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of SK Beveren have contributed 12 goals and 15 assists this season, led by L. Mertens (6G). Liège's starters account for 5 goals and 9 assists, spearheaded by P. Ngawa (2G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Midfield Control
SK Beveren field 11 midfielders averaging 7.02, versus Liège's 11 rated 6.94. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 49% for SK Beveren and 44% for Liège. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
SK Beveren's starters have collected 29 yellow cards this season, compared to 15 for Liège. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of SK Beveren's starting XI is 27.1 (youngest: Y. Gomis (20), oldest: L. Jans (33)), while Liège average 29.5 (youngest: J. Bustin (27), oldest: P. Ngawa (33)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
SK Beveren's starters average 23 league appearances each, versus 18 for Liège. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, SK Beveren have recorded 6 wins, 0 draws and 0 defeats. Liège show 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
SK Beveren and Liège have met 1 times — SK Beveren won 1, Liège won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. SK Beveren leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 3 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (2 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–2 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 23 Mar 2026