This season, Union performed well in the championship, but then the championship group began, where the top six teams compete for the title, and that’s where the problems started. Currently, the club is in third place, trailing the leader by just three points, so the entire battle is still ahead. In the last round, there was a home draw against one of the direct competitors, Anderlecht, ending 0-0. If everything is still unclear with the championship, then in the Belgian Cup, everything will be decided in one match. Although Union is not playing at their home stadium, playing in their city is also an advantage.
The reigning national champion will not defend their title, as they are only sixth in the championship. Antwerp has been performing poorly in the championship group, with only one win and six losses. In the last round, the team lost at home to the leader, Brugge, with a score of 1-2. This final is Antwerp’s only chance to somehow redeem their unsuccessful season, but they will have to play against a strong and uncomfortable opponent. The team’s current form also raises many questions.
