Axel Witsel ||Belgian football talent|| Visit my channel : Belgian football talents www.youtube.com Career On 17 September 2006 a 17-year-old Witsel made his debut in a competitive game against FC Brussels when he replaced Steven Defour in the 89th minute. Eleven days later he made his European debut as a substitute. During the 2007–08 season, at 18 years of age, he was a key member in the team that won the Belgian League title. During this year, he formed a very young midfield together with other Belgian talents Marouane Fellaini and Steven Defour. In the following season he scored the winning goal from the penalty spot in a two-legged playoff to decide the Championship. On 30 August 2009, Witsel sparked controversy when he broke Marcin Wasilewski’s leg by stamping on his ankle during the match between Anderlecht and Standard. Following the tackle, Witsel protested the red card, claiming that it was an accident without intent, before being sent off the pitch. He soon apologised, but was the subject of criticism from several media outlets and numerous death threats from angry Anderlecht and Poland fans. The initial ban until 23 November by the Belgian Football Association, was later reduced on appeal to eight matches. Honours Club Standard Liège Belgian League winner : 2007–08, 2008–09 Belgian Supercup : 2008, 2009 Individual Belgian Young Footballer of the Year: 2007–08 Belgian Golden Shoe – Best player in the Belgian First Division 2008