FCV Dender EH pulled off a major upset by defeating Royal Antwerp 1-0 at home in the Belgian Pro League on January 18, 2026. This result was a significant shock, as the underdogs secured a famous victory over one of the country's traditional powerhouses. The match was a tense and scrappy affair, with the only goal arriving in the second half. Dender scored from a well-worked free-kick routine, with a low drive finding its way through a crowded penalty area and into the net. Antwerp dominated possession for large periods but were frustrated by a determined and organized Dender defense, which held firm under late pressure. The three points were monumental for Dender's hopes of avoiding relegation, while it was a damaging and unexpected setback for Antwerp's European ambitions. The Antwerp manager criticized his team's lack of creativity, while the Dender coach celebrated a historic win for the club and its supporters.