On Saturday evening Lierse managed a goalless draw at Doornik. The returning Miller and Jarju were back in the starting line-up, Ernandes moved to the bench.

On a frozen pitch it was immediately obvious that good combination play would be difficult. The first half was very mediocre, Lierse only able to threaten sporadically. Miller shot straight at keeper Delwarte, Jarju shot straight at goal from a good scoring position, and Frans and Bojovic were just unable to score from a good pass from Rimkus. Doornik had the best chance just before halftime, Breleur headed from close range, Van der Jeugt saved at the second attempt.

The second half was of a bit better quality, but the play remained sloppy. Many bad passes and loss of possession on both sides.  After 53 mins Jarju outpaced 2 defenders, but was unable to beat Delwarte in goal. Ernandes replaced Wahed, Lierse tried to turn up the pressure. De Witte shot just wide from a corner, Miller found himself alone in front of Delwarte, but saw his lob saved. It was Doornik who created the last good chance, but Van der Jeugt made a good save from an on-target header.

Everything but a heartwarming match, but given the chances, Lierse could have taken all three points. Next week Ostend come to the Lisp.

Highlights of the Doornik match, and an interview with Yoni Buyens can be seen on Lierse TV.