Cercle Brugge starts the new season with a tough competition start, with matches against Standard and Club Brugge. The club plays the opening match on Saturday, August 8, in Liege against Standard. Then, the European-playing Sint-Truiden visits Jan Breydel. CEO Klaas Reynaert realizes it will be a tough start, but also sees opportunities for the club. Cercle Brugge has had trouble winning at home in recent years, but now has the chance to change that quickly. The club plays three home games in the first five matches, including the derby against Club Brugge. Operational director football Jelle Schelstraete of KV Kortrijk thinks it's a tough start program, but is happy that the Christmas match against Cercle Brugge is played at home. Cercle Brugge must immediately get ready, because the competition is played without play-offs and every team must be played twice. The club has a strong selection and must try to collect points as quickly as possible. The first matches will give a good indication of Cercle Brugge's chances in the new season. The club must prepare well for the matches against Standard and Club Brugge, because these matches will play an important role in the competition. Cercle Brugge has the opportunity to make a good start and must seize this chance with both hands. The club's fans are eagerly awaiting the start of the new season and are hoping for a good performance from their team. With a strong team and a good preparation, Cercle Brugge can make a good start and achieve its goals in the new season.