No mercy: Anderlecht is missing no fewer than 9 sick players, but title rival Standard refuses a postponement | Women football

Not only are the Champions’ Play-offs in full swing for the men, there is also plenty of competition for the title for the women. The Clasico between Anderlecht and Standard was scheduled for Saturday afternoon. Both teams are only two points apart in the standings. A crucial top match in women’s football, although it seemed to be in jeopardy.

There is a virus going around in the dressing room of the RSCA Women, which caused no fewer than nine players to fall ill on Friday evening and Saturday morning. The players, including regulars Vatafu, Wijnants and Jacobs, suffered from stomach and intestinal complaints and were forced to be absent. The Purple & White therefore asked for the meeting to be postponed, but Standard did not want to agree.

The top event started under the watchful eye of Wouter Vandenhaute and Jesper Fredberg. In the first half, however, there were still good chances to be had from both teams, who went into the dressing room with the score 0-0. The women were not yet able to score in the second half. RSCA Women are currently in a shared first place with OH Leuven with 34 points each. Standard Fémina follows in third place, with 32 points. A win is therefore crucial for both teams in the title battle. In a draw, OH Leuven could take full advantage. They will compete against Club YLA today.