Belgium Yesterday

17 August 2026

Yesterday in Belgium was marked by a mix of sports challenges and troubling incidents, as the national hockey team prepared for a crucial match against Germany amid injury concerns. Meanwhile, police investigated a disturbing scene in Kontich, where a body was discovered on the street.

  1. Matias Fernandez-Pardo reprimanded by his president

    Lille player Matias Fernandez-Pardo is under pressure from his president, who stated that it is not up to the player to decide on his departure. The situation at the club appears tense.

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  2. Bad news for the Red Lions: player injured before Germany match

    Red Lions forward Thomas Crols is injured and will miss the World Cup match against Germany in Wavre, scheduled for Monday at 8:30 PM. This absence may impact the Belgian team's performance.

    La Libre →
  3. Nicolas De Kerpel and Red Lions face titleholder Germany

    The Red Lions play their second group match at the hockey World Cup against Germany.

    HLN →
  4. Body found on street in Kontich; police on scene all morning

    A deceased person was discovered at 7:30 AM on Monday in Sint-Martinusstraat, Kontich, Antwerp. Police and a forensic team are on site to begin the investigation, exploring all possible scenarios.

    HLN →
  5. 5 pilots distracted by lasers before landing at Brussels Airport

    Five pilots were distracted by laser beams while landing at Brussels Airport near Dilbeek last Friday. Air traffic controller Skeyes confirmed the incident, but it is unclear if it is related to the recent introduction of a new approach route.

    HLN →
  6. Drone downed over Latvia originated from Belarus

    A drone shot down over Latvia came from Belarus, highlighting rising regional tensions due to the Ukraine war.

    HLN →
  7. Five pilots landing at Brussels Airport blinded by lasers

    Five pilots experienced temporary blindness from laser beams while landing at Brussels Airport over the weekend, according to air traffic controller Skeyes. The incidents raised concerns about the safety of aircraft operations during landing.

    VRT NWS English →
  8. Man arrested for attempted murder after attack on ex and crash at in-laws

    A 36-year-old man was arrested for attempted murder after stabbing his ex-partner in Mortsel, violating a previous restraining order. He later crashed at his in-laws' home.

    VRT NWS →
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