Royal Antwerp FC made a strong start to the new season by winning their first two matches. In the opener against promotion-chasing SK Beveren, they secured a 2-1 victory, followed by a 0-3 win over KV Kortrijk. The next challenge is a home match against KRC Genk, one of the strongest clubs in the Jupiler Pro League.
Coach Marvin Compper highlighted the positive atmosphere within the club after the first two matches. "It's important to win those first two games for the overall atmosphere within the club," he said at the press conference. Compper also emphasized that the team must maintain a "working type of mood" to remain successful.
The team, however, will have to play without midfielder Jules Ahoka, who is on the verge of transferring to Sunderland. The Congolese midfielder is set to leave, with Antwerp set to receive over ten million euros for the transfer. Ahoka's departure is a significant change for the team, but the focus remains on maintaining the positive atmosphere and achieving good results in the upcoming matches.
