The 2012-13 campaign delivered a triumphant second consecutive league title for Anderlecht as the Purple and White clinched the Belgian Pro League crown under manager John van den Brom. Spearheading their dominant campaign was the relentless Congolese striker Dieumerci Mbokani, whose 19 league goals, part of his 27 in all competitions, secured him the prestigious Belgian Golden Shoe. Built on a spine of talent including Lucas Biglia, Milan Jovanović, and the emerging Dennis Praet, Anderlecht secured the title via a consistent, resilient performance that also saw them lift the Belgian Super Cup and enjoy an unforgettable Champions League adventure, cementing their status as the kings of Belgian football for another glorious year.