KAA Gent edged past RC Sporting Charleroi with a 2-1 victory in the Belgian Pro League on October 4, 2025. The narrow win at the Ghelamco Arena keeps Gent firmly in the mix near the top of the league table after a closely contested match. Gent started brightly and took a deserved lead, but Charleroi, always a difficult opponent, fought back to level the score. The game seemed destined for a draw until Gent found a late winner, much to the delight of the home supporters. The three points are crucial in the competitive race for European qualification spots. For Charleroi, the late defeat is a cruel outcome after a battling away performance that deserved at least a point.