Kabasele, Witsel & Carrasco: Belgian Players in Action Across Europe & Saudi Arabia

Italy: Kabasele Sees Action in Udinese Defeat

Christian Kabasele played 80 minutes for Udinese as they fell 1-0 to Bologna in a Serie A match on Monday. The defeat came during the 26th matchday of the Italian top flight.

The 34-year-old Belgian defender was substituted in the 80th minute with the score remaining level. Bologna secured the victory with a 75th-minute penalty converted by Federico Bernardeschi.

Udinese remains in mid-table in Serie A, currently 11th with 32 points. Bologna sits 8th with 36 points.

Spain: Witsel Shares Points with Girona at Alaves

Axel Witsel featured in a 2-2 draw for Girona against Alaves during the 25th matchday of La Liga on Monday. The match saw both sides share the spoils in a back-and-forth contest.

Alaves took an early lead in the 7th minute through Argentinian forward Lucas Boye. Girona responded in the 31st minute with a goal from Vladyslav Vanat, assisted by Axel Witsel, leveling the score at 1-1.

Ukrainian midfielder Viktor Tsygankov then put Girona ahead in the 73rd minute, making it 2-1. However, Alaves managed to equalize late in the match, with Boye scoring his second goal of the evening in the 89th minute.

Axel Witsel played the full 90 minutes for Girona.

Girona currently occupies 11th place in La Liga with 30 points, while Alaves is 14th with 27 points.

Saudi Arabia: Carrasco Nets Hat-Trick for Al Shabab

Yannick Carrasco scored all three goals in Al Shabab’s 3-1 victory over Al Riyadh in the 10th matchday of the Saudi Professional League on Monday. The performance highlighted Carrasco’s continued impact for his club.

The 34-year-old attacker found the net in the 7th minute and added a second from the penalty spot in the 24th minute. He completed his hat-trick in the 71st minute, sealing the win for Al Shabab.

This marks the second time in less than a week that Carrasco has scored a hat-trick, following a similar performance on February 17th against Tadrame Hadramout in a match that ended with a resounding 13-0 scoreline.

Carrasco now has 10 goals this season for Al Shabab, where he has played for three years. Al Shabab is currently 12th in the Saudi Professional League with 25 points.

Carrasco’s recent form is a notable development for Al Shabab, who are looking to climb the table in the Saudi Professional League. His ability to consistently find the back of the net provides a significant boost to their attacking options. The Belgian international’s decision to move to Saudi Arabia, initially met with some controversy, continues to be justified by his on-field performances.

Meanwhile, Axel Witsel’s consistent presence in Girona’s midfield demonstrates his continued value as an experienced player in La Liga. His assist for Vanat’s goal against Alaves underscores his ability to contribute both defensively and offensively. Witsel, at 37, remains a key figure for Girona as they navigate a competitive league.

Christian Kabasele’s appearance for Udinese highlights the continued involvement of Belgian players across various European leagues. While Udinese suffered a defeat, Kabasele’s 80 minutes on the pitch demonstrate his ongoing role within the team. The Serie A season remains tightly contested, with Udinese aiming to improve their position in the coming weeks.

The performances of these Belgian players – Carrasco, Witsel, and Kabasele – across different leagues showcase the global reach of Belgian football talent. Their contributions to their respective clubs underscore the quality and versatility of players coming from Belgium.