The match immediately started fiercely. Already in the opening phase, Clyncke had a shooting opportunity, but it was Debouver who scored the opening goal after a perfect assist from Hallaert. The first half hour brought a few chances, including a shot by Clyncke and a disallowed opportunity for Debouver to make it 2-0. In the closing stages of the first half, Haerinck had an unexpected chance, but goalkeeper Langenbilck kept his net clean. Cercle itself also came close to the equalizer through an Obambi header, but Depaepe was ready.
The second half started with a downer: Bert van Jong Cercle was sent off and the team had to continue as a team. Yet that did not help the promises. Jong Cercle continued to push through a free kick from Martlé and a few chances from Behaege and Depaepe. Only halfway through the second half did Roeselare restore the balance, but Jong Cercle continued to play good football despite the numerical minority. Ultimately this resulted in a deserved 2-2 draw.
With this result, Jong Cercle continues their good form and continues to compete in the middle of the rankings, together with SK Roeselare. It shows that the green-black promises are becoming increasingly difficult to deliver.