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BBC interviewed our ASC UK President – By Emma Smith, BBC Sport

Last season was legendary, Antwerp FC earned a first league championship since 1957 in the most dramatic of circumstances, thanks to a 94th-minute equaliser from former Tottenham defender Toby Alderweireld in the final game. It earned Antwerp passage into Europe’s elite club competition [the UEFA Champions League] for the first time.

“Historically, the football club embodies an authentic rawness, work hard and play hard, no nonsense. Antwerp is not about being sophisticated but being unfiltered. That’s why Alderweireld and van Bommel are successful here.”

UEFA CL 🇵🇪 Royal Antwerp FC vs Shaktar Donetsk (17:45 GMT)

Royal Antwerp shines again in European Champions’ light. For the first time at the Bosuil, where dreams take their flight.

Shaktar Donetsk from lands afar, another clash another test. They meet at last, at sacred ground, in The Great Old’s nest.

UEFA Champions League: Barcelona FC vs Royal Antwerp FC 🇵🇪 (20:00 GMT)

In the realm of dreams, we now set the stage, a historic first on the Champion’s page. RAFC, with hearts aflame, in the Champions League we stake our name.

For today, we step onto the grandest grade, a UEFA arena where success is made. Part of the biggest of football leagues we boldly stride, to carve our name in European pride.

As we chase the stars, no fear nor fright. A European legend: Royal Antwerp FC is Red & White! 🇵🇪

In only 6 years time, from Belgian 2nd devision to winners of The Double, winners of the Supercup, and now qualified for the world’s biggest football stage: The UEFA Champions League! 🇵🇪 Europe here we come: Royal Antwerp FC 🇵🇪

Ejuke comes over from CSKA Moscow and signs a 1-year contract with our reds. He is a predominant attacking player, who can play in multiple positions, as a left winger, down the right flank, and as a rebound striker. Welcome to the #1 Team in Belgium Ejuke!

R Antwerp FC wins 2023 Supercup!

First prize of the new season, and three out of three for our red & white legends: After the Cup and the Championship, Royal Antwerp FC now also wins the Belgian Supercup!

Another game between Antwerp and KV Mechelen, and a rematch of the cup final in April. Antwerp started very strong and controlled the first half, resulting in a 1-0 lead with a goal from Michel-Ange Balikwisha, but ended up with ten in the second half, due to a red card from Gastón Ávila. On top of that, an unfortunate own goal conceded a 1-1 draw after the regular 90 minutes. Antwerp however did better in an exciting penalty series, and can therefore put the first Supercup in the trophy cabinet 🇵🇪🏆!

Antwerp FC honours 100 year old shirts. Since 1923, Antwerp has been playing on the sacred ground of the ‘Bosuil Stadium’. To honour the iconic shirt in which Antwerp played in the 1920s/1930s – and gave Antwerp 3 national titles – the 2023-2024 season will be played in the same outfit. The first appointment? The Supercup on Sunday! Come on you reds 🔴⚪️

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Marc Overmars, RAFC Director of Football Affairs, announced this week the signing of super talent George Ilenikhena. The 16-year old French-Nigerian centre-forward has signed a four-year contract, coming over from the French second division team Amiens, to further strengthen the offensive line together with Vincent Janssen. Welcome George! 🇵🇪

“Long Live the Great Old!” We are excited to share that ASC UK has been mentioned in a thrilling article by one of Belgium’s leading newspapers: Gazet Van Antwerpen.

Seeing our English supporters club highlighted in such a prominent publication is a true honour, and it showcases the impact and significance of Royal Antwerp FC within the larger football community.

This recognition provides us with a unique opportunity to reach an even wider audience and spread our enthusiasm for RAFC. It is a chance to inspire others to join us on this incredible journey and foster an even stronger bond among our existing and future members.

Thank you once again for your red-and-white commitment and for making our Antwerp Supporters Club truly exceptional!

Original Print Article here / Original Digital Article here (behind paywall)

The Grote Markt in Antwerp filled with thousands on Monday evening for Antwerp’s Trophy Tour as national champion and cup winner. After a boat trip on The Scheldt river, the players were driven in an open bus to the town hall where they also appeared on the balcony.

Completely in line with the tradition, RAFC’s passionate fans created an unseen atmosphere with unforgettable moments and goosebump scenes.

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