RC Lauwe 0–6 KV Kortrijk: Belgian Pro League Side Runs Riot in Friendly Rout

Lauwe, Belgium – June 20, 2026 – KV Kortrijk delivered a ruthless performance in an international club friendly, dismantling local side RC Lauwe 6‑0. The match, played at Lauwe’s compact stadium, served as a pre‑season tune‑up for the Pro League visitors, who wasted no time showcasing their superior quality.

First‑Half Onslaught

Kortrijk dominated from the first whistle. In only the third minute, forward Bram Van den Berg opened the scoring with a composed finish after a clever through‑ball from Rune De Smet. By the 18th minute, De Smet got on the scoresheet himself, curling a free‑kick over the wall and into the top corner. The visitors added a third midway through the half when left‑back Thibo Verstraete drilled a low shot from 20 yards.

Second‑Half Dominance

The second half followed a similar pattern. Kortrijk made several substitutions but the intensity never dropped. In the 52nd minute, substitute striker Jordy Coussens headed home from a corner to make it 4‑0. Ten minutes later, winger Mathias D’Hondt tapped in a cross from the right. The rout was completed in the 83rd minute when centre‑back Wout Hendrickx rose highest to nod in a free‑kick for his first goal of the summer.

Standout Performers

• Rune De Smet (KV Kortrijk) – One goal and two assists, pulling the strings from midfield.
• Bram Van den Berg (KV Kortrijk) – A well‑taken opener and constant threat in behind.
• RC Lauwe’s defence – Struggled to cope with Kortrijk’s pace and movement all evening.

Friendly Context

For KV Kortrijk, the comfortable win is a positive start to their pre‑season preparations ahead of the 2026‑27 Belgian Pro League campaign. RC Lauwe, a semi‑professional side, will take valuable experience from facing such high‑calibre opposition.