Lommel prepares for Belgian Pro League debut after promotion
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 2:00 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Lommel, promoted to the Belgian Pro League after winning the playoffs last season, faces new challenges in their upcoming campaign. Despite being part of the City Group, their transfer activity has been moderate, bringing in talent like Shawn Adewoye and Sverre Nypan, while losing key players. Lucas Schoofs is expected to be vital after scoring 14 goals last season, but he has struggled to transition to the top flight. The team aims to solidify their position and avoid relegation in their inaugural top-tier season.
- •Lommel won promotion via the playoffs last season.
- •Key player Lucas Schoofs scored 14 goals last season.
- •Shawn Adewoye and Sverre Nypan are notable new signings.
- •Lommel lost several players, including Sam de Grand and Alvaro Santos.
- •Coach Lee Johnson will aim for survival in the top tier.
- 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — Belgian Pro League 2026/2027 Preview: Lommel
"Lommel have been part of the City Group for a number of years now and finally won promotion to the Belgian Pro League last season. They came up via the play-offs, and the squad certainly has the makin...
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