St. Truiden overcame an early deficit to defeat Dender 4-1 on Thursday, February 26, 2026, continuing their pursuit of league leader Union Saint-Gilloise.
Despite falling behind initially, St. Truiden responded emphatically, securing a comfortable victory against the league’s bottom-placed team. The result keeps St. Truiden firmly in contention near the top of the Belgian Pro League standings.
Muja found the back of the net for St. Truiden, marking his return to scoring form after a recent suspension. The goal was reportedly celebrated with a special moment with teammate Goto, according to HBVL.
The match saw St. Truiden dominate after the initial setback, ultimately securing a decisive win. This victory maintains pressure on Union Saint-Gilloise at the top of the table, as both teams continue to battle for league supremacy.
Current league standings demonstrate Union Saint-Gilloise leading with 53 points after 25 matches, followed closely by St. Truiden with 54 points, also after 25 matches. Flashscore provides detailed match information and league tables.
St. Truiden’s next fixture is scheduled for February 28, 2026, against Antwerp at Bosuilstadion, as detailed on STVV’s official website. They will then face Cercle Brugge on March 8, 2026, at Daio Wasabi Stayen Stadium.
Dender currently sits at the bottom of the league table with 17 points after 26 matches, according to ESPN. Their next match is against Union Saint-Gilloise on March 22, 2026, at Daio Wasabi Stayen Stadium.
