Anderlecht delivered a clinical away performance to beat Jagiellonia Białystok 3-0 in their UEFA Europa League league-phase match at the Chorten Arena on 23 October 2026, with the Belgian side’s finishing and control proving decisive in Poland.

Jagiellonia started with intent in front of their home support, but Anderlecht absorbed the early pressure and gradually imposed their quality. Three goals either side of half-time gave the visitors a comfortable scoreline that flattered them only slightly, given the chances they created on the break.

Match overview

The hosts’ best spell came in the opening 20 minutes, when quick combinations down the right produced a couple of half-chances. Anderlecht, however, took the lead against the run of play in the 22nd minute when Kasper Dolberg met a cut-back inside the box and side-footed into the roof of the net.

Jagiellonia tried to respond immediately, but Anderlecht’s midfield began to win the second balls and dictate the rhythm. The visitors doubled their advantage in the 54th minute through Anders Dreyer, who cut inside from the left and found the far corner with a low finish. Substitute Mario Stroeykens sealed the win in the 77th minute, finishing a rapid counter-attack after Jagiellonia had committed numbers forward.

Key moments

• 22nd minute: Kasper Dolberg opens the scoring for Anderlecht with a close-range finish.
• 39th minute: Jagiellonia’s Afimico Pululu forces a strong save from the Anderlecht goalkeeper.
• 54th minute: Anders Dreyer doubles the lead with a low effort from the left side of the box.
• 68th minute: Jagiellonia push bodies forward, but Anderlecht’s back line holds firm.
• 77th minute: Mario Stroeykens wraps up the win on the counter-attack.

Tactical story

Anderlecht’s plan was built on controlling the centre and attacking quickly when Jagiellonia’s full-backs pushed forward. The Belgian side’s midfield trio stayed compact, denying the hosts space between the lines, and their front three constantly rotated to create mismatches. Jagiellonia struggled to sustain possession in the final third and were repeatedly caught by Anderlecht’s direct running in transition.

Once Anderlecht scored the second, the game became ideal for the visitors. Jagiellonia had to commit more players forward, leaving larger gaps at the back, and Anderlecht’s third goal was a perfect example of their counter-attacking efficiency.

Standout performers

Dolberg’s movement and link-up play gave Anderlecht a focal point, while Dreyer’s direct running caused problems throughout. Stroeykens made an immediate impact from the bench, and the Anderlecht defence dealt well with Jagiellonia’s crosses in the second half.

What it means

The three points strengthen Anderlecht’s position in the Europa League standings and give them momentum ahead of their next league-phase fixture. For Jagiellonia, the defeat is a reminder of the level required at this stage of the competition, particularly in defensive transitions. The Polish side will need to regroup quickly if they are to keep their qualification hopes on track.