RFC de Liege and Club Nxt produced one of the most entertaining matches of the Belgian Second Division season so far, playing out a remarkable 4-4 draw on Sunday, 13 September 2026. The game swung one way and then the other, with RFC de Liege surrendering a two-goal lead before rescuing a point with a dramatic late equaliser.

Match overview

The hosts started brightly and looked capable of taking full control, moving the ball quickly through midfield and attacking the space behind Club Nxt’s defence. Club Nxt, the young development side, responded with energy and fearlessness, pressing high and committing bodies forward. The result was an eight-goal thriller that showcased both the quality and the naivety of two teams determined to play attacking football.

Key moments

• 12th minute – RFC de Liege 1-0: A quick break ended with a low finish into the bottom corner.
• 22nd minute – RFC de Liege 1-1: Club Nxt equalised with a clever near-post finish after a short corner.
• 34th minute – RFC de Liege 2-1: RFC regained the lead with a header from a deep cross.
• 51st minute – RFC de Liege 3-1: A powerful strike from outside the box extended the home side’s advantage.
• 63rd minute – RFC de Liege 3-2: Club Nxt pulled one back with a composed finish on the counter.
• 70th minute – RFC de Liege 3-3: A deflected effort brought the visitors level.
• 78th minute – RFC de Liege 3-4: Club Nxt completed the turnaround with a close-range tap-in.
• 90+3rd minute – RFC de Liege 4-4: RFC rescued a point with a header from a last-gasp corner.

Tactical story

RFC de Liege’s 4-3-3 looked dangerous going forward, but their high defensive line was repeatedly exposed by Club Nxt’s pace. The home side’s midfield struggled to track runners after the hour mark, and Club Nxt took full advantage with three goals in a devastating 15-minute spell. RFC’s late switch to a more direct approach, with extra bodies in the box, ultimately earned them a share of the points.

Club Nxt played with the freedom typical of a development team. Their young attackers rotated positions constantly, making them difficult to mark. However, their game management in the final minutes let them down, as they conceded a soft corner and failed to clear their lines. It was a lesson in concentration for a side that otherwise produced a hugely impressive comeback.

Standout players

RFC de Liege’s striker was central to his team’s attacking play, scoring one goal and causing problems throughout. The RFC captain drove the midfield and delivered the late corner that led to the equaliser. For Club Nxt, the left winger was electric, contributing a goal and an assist, while their young centre-forward showed composure beyond his years with a well-taken finish during the comeback.

Season impact

The 4-4 draw will feel like two points dropped for RFC de Liege, who had the game under control at 3-1, but it also demonstrates their fighting spirit. Club Nxt, meanwhile, will take enormous confidence from scoring four away goals against an experienced second-division side. In a league where goal difference and momentum can shape the promotion and playoff picture, this extraordinary match will be remembered for a long time.