Lawrence Agyekum Scores as Cercle Brugge Gains Playoff Advantage

Ghanaian midfielder Lawrence Agyekum delivered a standout performance, scoring in Cercle Brugge’s 5-1 thrashing of Patro Eisden in the first leg of the Belgian Pro League relegation playoff.

Agyekum opened the scoring with a composed finish in the 8th minute, set up by Felipe Augusto. Cercle maintained their dominance, with Paris Brunner scoring twice and Felipe Augusto adding another goal.

Cercle Brugge holds a commanding lead heading into the return fixture, with Thibo Somers completing the rout in the 84th minute.

Patro Eisden’s consolation goal came in stoppage time through Vancy Romeo Mabanza.

Agyekum now has 3 goals and 2 assists in 34 appearances this season, highlighting his growing influence in Cercle Brugge’s midfield. Francis Abu also featured for Cercle, playing 73 minutes.

The result sets up a potentially decisive advantage for Cercle Brugge in their bid to avoid relegation, with the second leg looming as a crucial test for both teams.