1,000 supporters take part in Club Brugge's Stadium Run

Around 1,000 fans of Club Brugge laced up their running shoes on Saturday to explore the Jan Breydel Stadium during the 6th annual Stadium Run. Participants had the unique opportunity to walk or run through the stadium, gaining access to areas typically off-limits to the public, including the players' locker room.

The event offered fans an immersive experience, allowing them to sit in the seats of their favorite players, take photos with the club mascot, and pose with the freshly won championship trophy. For the first time, the tour also included a look at the players' bus. Runners completed a 5km course through and around the stadium, while walkers followed a shorter route covering the main attractions.

Peter Gheysen from Club Brugge emphasized that the event prioritizes the experience over athletic performance. "We don't provide timing; the experience is what counts here," he stated. "This event gives supporters the chance to visit places that are normally inaccessible and to feel what it's like to sit in Hans Vanaken or Joaquin Seys's seat."

The Stadium Run, now in its sixth edition, has become a popular fixture on the club's calendar. The event not only offers a behind-the-scenes look at the stadium but also contributes to a good cause, with all proceeds going towards the club's social initiatives. The fans' enthusiasm was evident as they took their time to explore and capture memories, including posing with the two stars celebrating the club's 20th league title.

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We don't provide timing; the experience is what counts here. Supporters get the chance with this event to come to places that are otherwise not accessible and to experience what it feels like to sit in Hans Vanaken or Joaquin Seys's seat.