Liège released a statement to say that they would be appealing the decision. However, the points deduction would turn out to be irrelevant. This is because Liège lost on the final game of the season against Knokke, while Dender won 1–0 against Dessel Sport.
Liège issued a declaration stating they would contest the decision. Nevertheless, the penalty points proved to be inconsequential. This is because Liège ultimately lost the decisive match of the season against Knokke, while Dender secured a 1–0 victory over Dessel Sport.