Max Dean’s Triumphant Return: Assist Sparks AA Gent in Thrilling Draw

October 12,2025 – After a lengthy layoff due to injury,English forward Max Dean made a welcome return to the pitch for AA Gent in a practice match against Dender on friday morning. The striker didn’t just rejoin the squad; he immediately made his presence felt, contributing a crucial assist in the 2-2 draw. This performance signals a significant boost for AA Gent and offers a glimmer of hope for Dean’s continued recovery and impact.

The match, held under crisp autumn conditions, saw AA Gent field two distinct lineups. The first half featured a solid defensive structure, wiht Peersman in goal, supported by Street, Van The Heyden, Southering, and Lopes From Silva.The midfield was anchored by Cadri and The Adfaou, with Ito, Surdez, and Gore providing attacking impetus. The second half saw a reshuffling of the squad, with Vandenberghe taking his place between the posts. Diallo, Mitrovic, Saoubi, and Araujo formed the defensive unit, while omgba and Lopes From the Silva controlled the midfield. The attacking third saw The Adfaoui,making way for Dean’s introduction in the 60th minute,alongside The Surgeon and the returning Gore.

The scoring opened in the 52nd minute when Gore put AA Gent ahead, only for Dender’s Acquah to equalize in the 65th minute. A moment of misfortune saw AA Gent concede an own goal in the 78th minute, putting Dender in