Cercle Brugge forward Dante Vanzeir delivered a stunning performance, scoring the decisive goal against KAA Gent, his former club. The victory marked a significant moment for the Belgian international, who had been seeking a return to form after a period on the sidelines.

A Sweet Victory

Vanzeir’s goal wasn’t just about securing three points; it was a statement. After being loaned to Cercle Brugge from Gent, the striker was eager to prove himself. We were laughing about it all week,” Vanzeir admitted with a broad smile, revealing the team had playfully discussed the possibility of him scoring against his former employers.

Tough Period at Gent

The 27-year-old experienced a frustrating time at Gent, finding himself frequently benched. This led to a loan move to Cercle Brugge, where he’s quickly turn into a key player. He has played for Genk, Beerschot Wilrijk, Mechelen, Union SG, and New York Red Bulls in his career.

De Mil’s Reaction

Gent manager Rik De Mil acknowledged Vanzeir’s impact, stating, It’s very nice for him, but very sad for us. De Mil also noted a strong working relationship with Vanzeir during their time together.

Looking Ahead

Vanzeir expressed his satisfaction with the victory, emphasizing the importance of the three points. I am very satisfied with that goal, but those three points are even more important. We were very quality in the first half, but after that it was less good in terms of football, but we did fight for that victory, he said. He also stated, I knew my story didn’t end here.”