Charleroi B 2-2 FC Flenu | Belgian First Amateur Division

Charleroi B and FC Flenu played out an eventful 2-2 draw at the Heysel training complex on 6 September 2026. In a match featuring four goals, two comebacks, and moments of individual skill, a point apiece was probably a fair reflection against two teams separated by very little aside from the structure of their respective squads.

Charleroi B, the development side of the top-flight Zebras, arrived looking to keep pace at the top of the Belgian First Amateur Division standings. Flenu, often predicted to be a mid-table side, showed deep resilience and came close to leaving with all three points, striking the post deep in stoppage time.

Match Overview

The match started with an open tempo, suited to Charleroi B who fielded several talented young attacking prospects. But it was Flenu who delivered the first blow in the 15th minute when striker Vitali Sarra swung a low cross into the box that Charleroi B failed to clear. The visitors’ captain Medhi Bensellam pounced from six yards to score his first goal of the campaign.

Charleroi B responded strongly and deserved their equaliser midway through the first half. Winger Lucas Fernandes cut inside from the left, beat two defenders, and unleashed a powerful right-footed drive that went in off the underside of the crossbar — a goal fitting of the young winger's growing reputation.

Key Moments and Tactical Story

• Flenu’s early structure: FC Flenu sat deep and forced the young Charleroi side to play in front of them, giving away no space in attack.
• Charleroi’s width: The home side used width to stretch the play, and Fernandes was the key outlet throughout the first period.
• Second-half drama: Both goals in the second period came from set pieces — Charleroi B’s midfielder Mamadou Diallo headed in from a corner, while Flenu’s defender Cyprien Lefebvre powered home a header in the 80th minute after a sequence of flick-ons.
• Late chance: Flenu striker Mohamed Touré came closest to snatching the win, his effort from the edge of the area crashing off the woodwork in the 93rd minute.

Standout Players

Fernandes was, without doubt, the star player of the match. His equaliser was a pure moment of individual brilliance, and he continued to ask questions of the Flenu backline throughout. For the visitors, Bensellam’s leadership and constant movement were crucial, while Lefebvre’s towering presence at the back made him a threat in both boxes.

The draw leaves Charleroi B on a respectable points total, though they will know that their inability to see out winning positions must improve. FC Flenu can be pleased with their display — they earned a valuable point on the road against one of the division’s sharpest attacking sides and will carry considerable confidence into their next fixture.