Virton Secures Playoff Berth as Rochefort Grabs Final Qualifying Spot

Virton has positioned itself strongly for the upcoming ACFF playoffs, while Rochefort secured the final qualifying ticket at the last minute, overtaking Charleroi B. The classic phase of the D1 ACFF is now complete.

Recent Match Results

• Rochefort 2 – 1 Union Namur: Goals from Kumbi and Kibour secured the win for Rochefort, despite a goal from Bertaccini for Namur.
• Charleroi B 2 – 2 Virton: Virton battled back from behind with a late goal from De Almeida after penalties from Stanic and Benaets had put Charleroi ahead. Bouhadiche scored earlier for Virton.
• Habay 3 – 3 Standard de Liège B: A back-and-forth match saw Habay and Standard de Liège B share the points. Devresse equalized for Habay late in the game.
• Stockay 4 – 2 Cr. Schaerbeek: Stockay dominated with goals from Cavelier (2), Sylla, and Lallemand (penalty), while Erdogan and Kakudji scored for Schaerbeek.

Virton’s Resilient Performance

Virton fought to a 2-2 draw against Charleroi B, opening the scoring with a penalty from Bouhadiche. Despite falling behind after two penalties awarded to Charleroi, De Almeida secured a crucial point for Virton in added time.

“What a return to the forefront! Which, given their current pace, logically makes the Virtonais the main favorites for the play-offs.”

The team demonstrated resilience, battling back from a deficit to secure a valuable point.

Rochefort Claims Playoff Spot

Rochefort won their derby match against Namur 2-1, with goals from Kumbi and Kibour. This victory propelled them into the final playoff position, edging out Charleroi B.

Match Details: Charleroi B vs. Virton

Virton secured a 2-1 victory with goals from Arib and Mballa. Sikorski of Charleroi B received two yellow cards and was ejected from the game in the 34th minute, giving Virton a numerical advantage. Djongambo scored for Charleroi B, but it wasn’t enough to overcome Virton’s lead.

Lineups:

• Virton: Cremer; Mezague, Samson, Danger, Namri; Buhanga, Arib, V. Guillaume; Duku, De Almeida, Mballa.
• Charleroi B: Closset; Denuit, Piron, Sikorski, Marzouk; Noto, Kera, Miantezila; Okumu, Benaets, Djongambo.

Referee: M. Sayoud

Attendance: 1,412

Yellow Cards: Namri, Lakhamy, V. Guillaume.

Red Cards: Sikorski (34′), Closset (93′).

Looking Ahead

The play-offs are set to begin on February 28th. Virton and Rochefort will join Tubize-Braine and Mons in the competition for promotion.

“We should have better secured our advantage and not conceded this opposing goal,”

Valentin Guillaume

The ranking at the start of the ten play-off days will be: 1. Tubize-Braine and Virton, 24 pts; 3. Mons, 22; 4. Meux and Habay-la-Neuve, 18; 6. Rochefort, 16.

FAQ

What is the ACFF?

ACFF stands for Association des Clubs de Football Francophones et Germanophones, a Belgian football association.

When do the playoffs begin?

The playoffs begin on February 28th.

Which teams have qualified for the playoffs?

Virton, Rochefort, Tubize-Braine, and Mons have qualified for the playoffs.

Pro Tip: Keep an eye on Virton as they are considered strong contenders for the championship!

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