Oudenaarde and Club Nxt Share Six Goals in Thrilling Friendly

An entertaining international club friendly on July 18, 2026, saw Oudenaarde and Club Nxt play out a 2-2 draw in a match that had goals, excitement, and plenty of talking points. Both teams used the fixture to build match sharpness ahead of the new season.

Oudenaarde, a Belgian lower-league side, started brightly on home turf. They took the lead through a well-placed shot from distance that caught the Club Nxt goalkeeper by surprise. The visitors, the reserve team of Club Brugge, responded with their typical possession-based approach. They equalised before the interval, with a patient build-up leading to a tap-in from close range.

The second half continued in the same vein. Club Nxt pushed ahead with a well-worked goal, their young forwards combining beautifully. Oudenaarde, however, showed resilience and fought back to level the scores once more, with a header from a corner earning them a deserved draw. The 2-2 result was a fair outcome for an evenly matched contest.

Match overview

• Oudenaarde’s early opener – a stunning long-range strike set the tone.
• Club Nxt’s response – patient build-up play equalised before half-time.
• Club Nxt takes the lead – a stylish move put them ahead early in the second half.
• Oudenaarde’s late equaliser – a set-piece goal salvaged a draw for the hosts.

Friendly matches often produce open, entertaining football, and this was no exception. Both sides will take positives from the workout, with Oudenaarde’s never-say-die attitude standing out. Club Nxt’s young talents continue to impress, and this draw will serve as valuable experience for their development.