A late surge from La Louvière denied Zulte Waregem a crucial victory Sunday in a tightly contested Belgian Challenger Pro League match. The 2-2 draw at Stade du Pays de Charleroi leaves both newly promoted sides searching for consistency in the early stages of the season. Zulte Waregem, aiming to quickly re-establish themselves in the second tier, twice held a lead but ultimately couldn’t close out the contest against a resilient La Louvière squad[[1]].
Late Goal Denies Zulte Waregem Victory Against La Louvière
Zulte Waregem conceded a dramatic equalizer in stoppage time, drawing 2-2 with fellow promoted side La Louvière in a thrilling Belgian Challenger Pro League match. The result leaves Zulte Waregem frustrated after twice taking the lead in the contest.
Opoku had put Zulte Waregem ahead, giving the visitors a lead they held until Fall leveled for La Louvière just before halftime. The game appeared to be heading for a share of the points until Opoku once again found the back of the net, restoring Zulte Waregem’s advantage. However, Gillot struck in the 93rd minute to snatch a point for La Louvière, extending their recent run of frustrating results for Zulte Waregem.
Fall’s goal in the first half came with a well-placed finish, tapping the ball home at the near post. The late equalizer, scored by Gillot, has left Zulte Waregem reeling, as they were on the verge of securing a valuable three points on the road.
The draw continues a challenging period for Zulte Waregem, who are now looking to bounce back from this setback. This result highlights the competitive nature of the Challenger Pro League, where any team can pose a threat, especially for newly promoted sides.
