Charleroi draws with Reims in pre‑season test

Charleroi faced Stade de Reims on July 11, 2026, in a friendly and settled for a draw. The Belgian side held its own but could not turn the French equaliser into a win.

How did the match unfold?

The game started with a hectic first half as both coaches, Felice Mazzù for Charleroi and Will Still for Reims, trialed their attacking options. Around the 27th minute Reims levelled with a header from Baptiste Santamaria. Charleroi answered quickly, but a missed chance by Jérémy Perbet in the 34th minute kept the score at 1‑1. After the break the tempo stayed high, yet neither side found a decisive goal.

What does this mean for Charleroi?

The draw sends mixed signals. On one hand it shows that the defence, marshalled by captain Jérémy Perbet, can cope with a solid French attack. On the other, it highlights a lack of finishing, an issue the manager has already flagged. Expect extra work with the forwards to convert chances created in the second half.

Who stood out during the friendly?

Young midfielder Mohamed Bouchouari earned significant minutes and delivered two key passes that almost resulted in a goal. Veterans Kevin Mirallas and Jérémy Perbet also proved they can still contribute offensively despite their age. For Reims, the speed of forward Amine Gouiri was notable, repeatedly beating Charleroi’s back line.

What’s next?

Following this test match Charleroi turns its attention to the upcoming league clash: vs Cercle Brugge (away, 2027-02-13). The club aims to translate the lessons learned into points in the Jupiler Pro League.