Leyton Orient 2:1 Royal Antwerp FC — Result, Match Report & Stats

Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORT

Idris El Mizouni's second-half strike capped a 2-1 comeback as Leyton Orient beat Royal Antwerp FC in a Club Friendly, setting up a trip to Waltham Abbey on 4 August. The League One side trailed until the 79th minute, having conceded first to Christopher Scott's 62nd-minute opener for the Belgian visitors.

The turning point arrived late, with El Mizouni levelling in the 79th minute before Charlie Wellens completed the turnaround just six minutes later, both goals coming without an assist. Royal Antwerp had controlled the opening hour, Scott's finish rewarding their early pressure, but Orient's late double flipped the friendly on its head inside a frantic final quarter-hour.

The numbers told a tale of Belgian dominance without reward, as Royal Antwerp held 56% possession to Orient's 44% while corners finished level at five apiece. Orient were outplayed but won on efficiency, and El Mizouni's 9.15 rating made him the standout midfielder, his goal capping a near-perfect display. CheckLive's model rated Royal Antwerp marginally ahead, yet the result did not confirm it, with the live signals offering no corrective insight.

Questions & Answers

What was the final score of Leyton Orient vs Royal Antwerp FC?

Leyton Orient 2-1 Royal Antwerp FC (Club Friendly Games).

Who scored?

Christopher Scott (62') for Royal Antwerp FC; Idris El Mizouni (79') for Leyton Orient; Charlie Wellens (85') for Leyton Orient.