Club Brugge fell on July 10, 2026 in a friendly against Feyenoord at De Kuip, with young striker Shaqueel van Persie immediately taking centre stage. The Belgians lost 3-1 and showed they still have work to do before the new Jupiler Pro League season begins.

How did the match unfold?

Feyenoord started strongly, applying early pressure that put the Bruges side on the back foot. After missed chances from Nacho Ferri and a headed effort by Bjorn Meijer, the first goal came only in the 52nd minute. Shaqueel van Persie, making his debut, headed the equaliser three minutes later from a Sem Steijn cross. Steijn later added a second for the Rotterdam side, and Tobias van den Elshot sealed the finish. Club Brugge managed a consolation goal from Marmol, but the deficit remained.

Who stood out?

Shaqueel van Persie, son of Robin van Persie, received an instant warm welcome from the crowd and delivered two goals. His father, recently dismissed by Feyenoord, attracted media attention, yet the youngster stayed focused. For Club Brugge, left‑back Bjorn Meijer was notable, battling several attacks but unable to stop any shots. New signing Charles Vanhoutte, dubbed “the Belgian controller,” missed a long‑range effort that hit the woodwork.

What does this mean for Club Brugge?

Even though it was a friendly, the defeat highlights that Club Brugge is not yet fully prepared for top‑flight pressure. The team currently sits 1st in the Jupiler Pro League, 57 points, 28 wins, 4 draws and 8 losses from 40 games, with recent form WDWWW. They have scored 91 goals and conceded 45 (+46 goal difference), leading the league by 4 points over Union St. Gilloise. The club now needs to tighten its defence before the official campaign kicks off.

What’s next?

The coming weeks feature more friendlies, where Club Brugge’s manager will assess the integration of newcomers like Vanhoutte and the form of young talents. The transfer market is also expected to stay active, as the club has a surplus of players under contract. Fans can anticipate an exciting season start, with the current league position and scoring record providing a solid foundation.