Club Brugge faces KV Mechelen with extra security, tickets cancelled

Club Brugge will play KV Mechelen on Thursday with extra security measures in place. Tickets for supporters identified as "new" fans have been cancelled.

The match is a title‑decider; a win for Club Brugge secures their 20th Belgian league title. A loss or draw would keep the title race open.

If Club Brugge fails to win, the championship will go to Union. Union Saint‑Gilloise would claim the title under those circumstances.

KV Mechelen's security actions include cancelling tickets for supporters classified as "new" fans. The club announced the cancellations ahead of the Thursday fixture.

The decision reflects concerns about crowd management and safety ahead of a high‑stakes match. Authorities and club officials have emphasized the need for order.

The match will be played in Mechelen, with Club Brugge wearing their traditional blue‑black kit. KV Mechelen will host the visitors at their home ground.

The stakes add pressure on both clubs as the season draws to a close. Both teams are aware that the result determines the champion.

Fans of both clubs are expected to travel, but the cancelled tickets affect a segment of the supporter base. The restriction applies only to the newly registered supporters.

The outcome will determine the champion for the 2025‑26 Belgian Pro League season. A victory for Club Brugge would mark their twentieth national title.

The result on Thursday will set the stage for the final celebrations in Brussels. The league will confirm the champion after the match.