“Max Dean converts from the penalty spot to give Gent the breakthrough”
Pivotal“Leonardo Lopes doubles Gent's advantage with a well-struck effort just before halftime”
Pivotal“Myron van Brederode pulls one back for Mechelen to set up a nervy finish”
“Ibrahima Cissé seals the victory with a composed finish after coming off the bench”
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Gent
Mechelen
Outstanding performance
Gent•MidfielderGent secured a convincing 3-1 victory over Mechelen through a dominant first-half display and clinical finishing when it mattered. Max Dean's converted penalty and Leonardo Lopes' strike gave the hosts a commanding two-goal cushion at the break, with Gent controlling proceedings despite early disruption requiring Ibrahima Cissé's substitution. Myron van Brederode's 69th-minute goal briefly threatened a Mechelen comeback, but substitute Cissé put the result beyond doubt with a well-taken finish 12 minutes from time. The victory provides Gent with crucial momentum in the league standings, while Mechelen's hopes of a late surge were dashed despite their spirited second-half response.
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