Anderlecht were held to a frustrating 0-0 draw by FCV Dender EH in the Belgian Pro League on Monday, January 26, 2026. The stalemate at the Lotto Park saw the hosts drop valuable points in their pursuit of the league leaders. Anderlecht dominated possession and created a host of chances but found the Dender goalkeeper in inspired form, making several crucial saves. The visitors defended doggedly throughout and even had a late chance to snatch an unlikely win on the break, but the effort went wide. The match result is a missed opportunity for Anderlecht to close the gap at the top of the table, while Dender will celebrate a hard-earned point against one of Belgium's biggest clubs. The Anderlecht manager expressed frustration at his team's wastefulness in front of goal. The Dender coach was immensely proud of his team's organization and spirit.