Zulte Waregem earned a valuable 2-1 away win against Sporting Charleroi in the Belgian Pro League on September 21, 2025, in a match that commenced at 00:15. This result provides a significant boost to Zulte Waregem's campaign, helping them distance themselves from the relegation battle while hindering Charleroi's progress. Charleroi started strongly and were rewarded with an early goal from a corner, taking a 1-0 lead into the halftime break. Zulte Waregem, however, displayed great character in the second half, equalizing through a deflected shot from outside the box. The turnaround was completed with just over ten minutes remaining when the Zulte Waregem winger cut inside and fired a low shot into the far corner for a spectacular winner. The focus point was Charleroi's inability to convert their first-half dominance into more goals, with their striker missing a golden chance to double the lead just before the break. The victory moves Zulte Waregem up the league table into a more secure position, while Charleroi's inconsistent form continues as they remain in the lower mid-table region. The Zulte Waregem manager highlighted his team's fighting spirit, noting, "We showed what we are made of in that second half; the belief never wavered." The Charleroi coach lamented a missed opportunity, saying, "We stopped playing after the first goal and were punished for our complacency." Charleroi's starting lineup included their key playmaker