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Zulte Waregem draws against Westerlo in entertaining match

In an exciting contest, Zulte Waregem finished 2-2 against Westerlo, allowing Westerlo to claim their first point of the season.

30 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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S.V. Zulte-Waregem and Westerlo ended their match in a 2-2 draw. Westerlo started strong, taking the lead twice, but Zulte Waregem, with Obambi Bapela playing a key role, managed to reduce the deficit each time.

The match took place after Westerlo had experienced a tough start to the season, with 0 points from 3 games, placing them in a difficult position. Despite Zulte Waregem's strong start, Westerlo continued to fight for their first points of the season.

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In the second half, Westerlo took advantage of their opportunities and managed to score again. However, Zulte Waregem, which made no substitutions, was able to keep their opponents in check, leading to a thrilling conclusion.

This draw means that Westerlo has now earned 1 point from 12 in the league, while Zulte Waregem has made a solid start to the season. The battle for points continues in the upcoming fixtures.

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