Anderlecht former player Sacha Kljestan sits in the FOX Sports studio to break down the USA‑Belgium clash, while recalling his three titles with the club. Broadcasting from Miami, he talks about the Seattle match and revisits a notorious snor incident with Zlatan Ibrahimović.

Who is Sacha Kljestan?

Sacha Kljestan played for the Red Lions from 2010 to 2015, winning three Belgian championships before moving to MLS. He has become a regular on American sports TV, sharing analysis with legends like Thierry Henry and Clarence Seedorf. This World Cup, he has already commentated on twelve live games.

Why are his insights relevant for Anderlecht?

Even though Kljestan now lives in the United States, his connection to Anderlecht remains strong. He calls the club "the place where I learned to handle pressure" and remembers a 16‑year‑old Youri Tielemans scoring a penalty against Senegal. That moment shows how RSCA’s youth academy still produces talent that later shines in the Premier League or Serie A.

What does he say about the USA‑Belgium match?

Kljestan expects a tight encounter but believes the Americans are gaining confidence after their energetic play. He describes Tielemans’ penalty as "a moment of pure focus" and thinks the Red Devils could stumble under pressure. Regarding the infamous snor incident with Zlatan, he laughs: "We haven’t talked about it since, only good memories remain."

How does this fit Anderlecht’s current season?

Anderlecht currently sits 4th in the Jupiler Pro League with 33 pts, recent form LWDDL, and trails leaders Club Brugge KV by 24 points. The team has scored 59 goals and conceded 62, a –3 goal difference, and suffered a 5‑1 loss to Union St. Gilloise on 24 May 2026. Kljestan’s comments on mental resilience resonate now, as the club must close the gap and tighten its defence. His perspective as a player who never contested a World Cup but now watches from the sidelines offers a unique view on how Anderlecht can turn pressure into points.

Anderlecht needs to focus on a more stable back line and keep giving youngsters chances, just as Kljestan did years ago. The club still has a long road ahead, but memories of past triumphs could fuel a comeback.