Staelens: “The soul of Anderlecht is gone”
The upcoming clash between Anderlecht and Club Brugge promises to be memorable. Club Brugge recently impressed with a 3–3 draw against Barcelona, while Michael Verschueren is about to debut as Anderlecht’s new chairman.
Memories from Lorenzo Staelens
Lorenzo Staelens (61), who played for both teams, recalls his career vividly from his home in Menen near the French border.
“When I signed for Club, manager Antoine Vanhove gave my father two young pigeons as a gift. He said their father had once won a prestigious race to Barcelona. The first time my dad released them, they never came back — probably straight to Bruges.”
Staelens became a legend at Club Brugge, appearing in 375 matches, scoring 107 goals, and winning seven trophies. His hat-trick at Anderlecht’s Astridpark in 1993 remains iconic.
“That long volley for 0–3 was probably the best goal of my career.”
In a surprising move five years later, Staelens transferred to Anderlecht, shocking Belgian football.
“I wanted job security, and Anderlecht offered me a three-year contract. Club only wanted to give me two. Mister Michel Verschueren even called the Vanden Stock family to confirm that I had really signed. Constant could hardly believe it.”
Staelens’ reflections reveal the emotional and professional complexities behind his career moves.
Author’s summary: Lorenzo Staelens nostalgically recalls his unique career journey and the intense rivalry between Anderlecht and Club Brugge ahead of their big match.
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