Londerzeel Escapes Sint-Truiden II With Last-Minute Winner, Extends Commanding Run Atop Second Amateur VFV B

At the Daio Wasabi Stayen Stadium on a brisk October afternoon, Londerzeel’s resilience and clinical edge triumphed in a high-wire battle against Sint-Truiden II, securing a 3-2 victory that further cements their ambition in the Belgian Second Amateur Division VFV B.

The match delivered on every expectation—a duel between a side in freefall and another riding a wave. Sint-Truiden II, winless in their last five outings, looked desperate for a reversal of fortune, while visitors Londerzeel arrived with the confidence of a team undefeated in over a month.

Key Moments and Turning Points

Sint-Truiden II’s intent was clear from the opening whistle. Within the first ten minutes, captain Tomas De Wilde rallied his side with a fierce drive from 25 yards, forcing Londerzeel keeper Maarten Van den Broeck into an early, acrobatic save.

But it was Londerzeel who struck first. In the 18th minute, attacking midfielder Samuel Dujardin capitalized on disarray in the area—latching onto a loose ball after a poorly-cleared corner, he threaded his shot past two bodies and into the bottom right. The goal typified Londerzeel’s opportunism, putting them ahead against the run of play.

Sint-Truiden II responded ten minutes later. Their brightest spark, Jarne Swinnen, tucked away a penalty after Londerzeel’s right-back was adjudged to have clipped De Wilde just inside the box. Swinnen’s finish was cold—sending Van den Broeck the wrong way and restoring parity.

Momentum seemed to tip toward the hosts, and in the 42nd minute, Sint-Truiden II took the lead. A sweeping move down the left saw winger Niels Molenberghs exchange quick passes before rifling a low cross into the six-yard box, where striker Sébastien Cloetens bundled it over the line, sending the home crowd into jubilation.

Yet, on the cusp of halftime, Londerzeel dashed hopes with a moment of ruthlessness. From a simple throw-in, Nico Vandenberghe found himself unmarked for a split second, and his left-footed drive kissed the inside of the post—drawing the match level at 2-2 and deflating Sint-Truiden II’s brief ascendancy.

If the first half crackled, the second simmered with tension. Both squads traded half-chances, their urgency palpable but composure fleeting. Sint-Truiden II’s frustration boiled over in the 74th minute when midfielder Matthias Goossens received a second yellow for a rash tackle at midfield, forcing the hosts to play the remainder a man down.

The numerical advantage tipped the scales—and Londerzeel pressed relentlessly. Their pressure paid off deep into added time. Substitute Julien De Smet, thrown on for fresh legs, found himself on the end of a clever through-ball and, with a deft first touch, slotted the ball low past Sint-Truiden II’s keeper, clinching all three points with virtually the last kick.

Recent Form and Context

The defeat marks Sint-Truiden II’s fourth consecutive loss—a streak that has seen them slip dangerously close to the relegation playoff places. Their last five matches mirror a side in crisis: shattered by defensive lapses and searching for attacking coherence. By contrast, Londerzeel’s current run borders on remarkable—six wins on the bounce, including away victories that have silenced doubters about their title credentials.

League Position: What It Means

With today’s result, Londerzeel remains top of the table, their cushion expanding over nearest rivals who faltered elsewhere. Sint-Truiden II, meanwhile, are now just a single point above the relegation zone—a stark reversal for a side that only weeks ago hoped to contend for mid-table security.

Head-to-Head History

Recent encounters between these teams have often swung in Londerzeel’s favor. Last season, Londerzeel edged out Sint-Truiden II both home and away, though neither clash witnessed the drama that unfolded today.

Key Statistics

• Goal scorers: Dujardin (Londerzeel, 18’), Swinnen (Sint-Truiden II, 28’ pen), Cloetens (Sint-Truiden II, 42’), Vandenberghe (Londerzeel, 45’), De Smet (Londerzeel, 90+3’)
• Red card: Goossens (Sint-Truiden II, 74’, second yellow)
• Possession: Londerzeel 53%, Sint-Truiden II 47%
• Shots on target: Londerzeel 6, Sint-Truiden II 4

Looking Forward: Stakes for Both Sides

For Sint-Truiden II, the path ahead is fraught with urgency and peril. Their defensive frailty and discipline issues demand immediate remedy, and with fixtures against direct relegation rivals looming, every match is now tinged with existential consequence.

Londerzeel, in turn, must guard against complacency. With a healthy lead but a long season still ahead, maintaining consistency will be paramount as the pack gives chase. Their blend of patience and ruthlessness—on full display today—suggests a readiness for the challenge.

October 12, 2025, will linger for both clubs: Sint-Truiden II rueing opportunities missed, Londerzeel savoring a victory snatched with flair and resolve. And in this fiercely contested division, such afternoons may yet prove decisive.