Islam Slimani emerged as the hero for KV Mechelen, scoring a crucial goal to secure a 2-2 draw against Westerlo on Saturday.Facing a formidable opponent in Westerlo, KV Mechelen found themselves trailing 2-0 after 29 minutes of play, with their hopes of victory hanging in the balance. However, the Sang et Or rallied courageously, mounting a spirited comeback to salvage a vital point in the contest.
The turnaround began in the 56th minute when Elias Cobbaut found the back of the net, igniting hopes of a Mechelen resurgence.
Building on this momentum, Islam Slimani seized the moment just 10 minutes later, delivering a clinical finish to level the scores at two goals apiece.
Slimani’s goal marked a significant milestone for the center forward, his first since joining Mechelen in February 2024.
Despite the pressure mounting, Slimani showcased his prowess and determination, proving instrumental in Mechelen’s bid to avoid a second consecutive defeat.
With the scoreboard reading 2-2 after 81 minutes of play, Mechelen remained resolute in their pursuit of a positive result.
Slimani’s impact has been felt beyond his goal-scoring exploits, with the Algerian forward already notching three assists since his arrival at Mechelen.
His contributions have been instrumental in bolstering Mechelen’s attacking prowess and strengthening their position in the Conference League playoffs.
As the season progresses, Mechelen will look to build on this hard-earned draw and continue their quest for success in the Conference League playoffs.
With Slimani leading the charge, Mechelen remains poised to overcome future challenges and achieve their aspirations in the competition.
