KAA Gent began their Belgian Pro League season with a 1-0 victory over newly promoted RAAL La Louvière at the Ghelamco Arena on August 3rd, 2025. A single goal was enough for the established top-flight side to overcome a stubborn defensive effort from the league newcomers. Gent dominated possession and created the better chances throughout the match, but were frustrated by La Louvière's organization until they found a breakthrough in the second half. The winning goal, likely from a set-piece or a moment of individual skill, secured a vital three points to start the campaign. For RAAL La Louvière, the narrow defeat showed they could be competitive at this level, but highlighted the need for more attacking threat. The Gent manager expressed relief at securing an opening win, while the La Louvière coach took pride in his team's disciplined performance.