Lommel SK B secured a dominant victory over KFC Turnhout with a final score of 5-2, showcasing remarkable performance under pressure. The match, which took place recently at KFC Turnhout's home ground, saw significant shifts throughout the game, highlighting both teams' recent struggles.
Just before halftime, Toon Franssen scored the opening goal for Lommel SK B, putting the visitors on the board at 0-1. The sudden momentum shift came early in the second half when KFC Turnhout responded through Thomas Wils, who leveled the match at 1-1. Yet, the back-and-forth nature of the game would soon tilt back toward Lommel SK B.
With nearly thirty minutes left, Ilyas Abazar found the net for Lommel SK B, restoring their lead at 1-2. This spark, unfortunately for KFC Turnhout, was followed by more trouble; referee decisions played heavily on the match's outcome. Just minutes later, Wils of KFC Turnhout received his marching orders after receiving a red card for his foul play.
Despite being down to ten men, KFC Turnhout showed resilience, with Karim El Mediouni scoring to equalize at 2-2 in the 71st minute. But the joy for KFC fans was short-lived. Leon Lalic quickly struck back for Lommel SK B, netting the ball again just two minutes later, setting the score to 2-3.
The barrage of goals continued, as Ndoh Wamfor and Noé Yakassongo Ngoyi-Mpuluka sealed the victory for Lommel SK B with additional goals, bringing the final score to 5-2, shortly concluding with Ngoyi-Mpuluka’s goal at 90 minutes. The game ended amid yellow cards and superb moments of aggression on the field adding to the excitement of the match.
Currently, KFC Turnhout is facing tough times this season. Their performance statistics show only one victory against four losses over their last five matches. Lommel SK B, on the other hand, has experienced two wins and three losses, marking potential for improvement and ambition.
The upcoming matches will be pivotal for both teams. KFC Turnhout will face Zwarte Leeuw on January 11 at 19:30, hoping to turn around their recent form, whereas Lommel SK B will head to face Achel VV, seeking to build on their recent success.
Reflecting interest as the season progresses, this match demonstrates the competitive nature of the league and keeps fans on the edge of their seats as they anticipate what's next.
