Westerlo Seek to Extend Undefeated Run Against Struggling Royal Antwerp

Westerlo vs Royal Antwerp - 10/11/2026

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Westerlo and Royal Antwerp are set to meet at Het Kuipje in a clash that could shape early narratives in the Jupiler Pro League regular season. With form lines heading in opposite directions, this fixture offers a telling measure of both teams' current standing and ambitions.

Recent History

The last five encounters between Westerlo and Royal Antwerp have been closely contested, with Westerlo edging out two wins against three defeats. Despite Antwerp's historically stronger league position, Westerlo's recent victories hint at a competitive rivalry that has seen momentum shift hands.

Of note, Westerlo secured two wins over Antwerp in their past four meetings, including matches where they prevailed by two or more goals. Meanwhile, Antwerp have managed to respond with their own convincing performances, recording comfortable wins in two out of the last three meetings when they came out on top.

Recent Form

Westerlo head into the fixture buoyed by a strong run, winning three and drawing one of their last four in all competitions. Impressively, they have averaged 2.33 goals scored and conceded just 0.67 per game over this stretch, translating to three consecutive wins and a four-match unbeaten streak. Notably, each of their last three victories came with a margin of at least two goals.

Looking at their home statistics, Westerlo have been less consistent at Het Kuipje, with just one win, one draw, and one loss in their last three. They've scored an average of 2.33 and conceded three per game at home, underscoring some defensive fragility despite a clear attacking threat.

On the other side, Royal Antwerp are navigating a difficult patch. They have lost four consecutive matches in all competitions, managing just one win in their last six games and scoring only 1.5 goals per match while conceding an average of 2.33. Their recent away form does little to inspire confidence, having lost eleven of their last twenty league matches on the road and kept a clean sheet in only 41% of their last seventeen away fixtures.

Overall Performance and Main Trends

Westerlo have managed to win 50% of their last six matches in all competitions, demonstrating a marked improvement from a rough patch highlighted by eight losses in their last fifteen. While they've gone winless in eight of their last ten at home, their current streak of three straight victories by a two-goal margin is a clear positive.

Antwerp's wider sample size paints a picture of inconsistency, having lost fifty percent of their last thirty-two matches in all competitions. They've also failed to register a win in 83% of their last six games. While defensive stability on the road has sometimes been present, as shown by their 41% clean sheet rate, their most recent run of four straight losses, where they've been outscored ten to two, indicates serious problems at the back and up front.

Probable Lineups

Westerlo

Goalkeeper: Andreas Jungdal

Defenders: Lasse Flø, Amando Lapage, Seiji Kimura, Dylan Ourega

Midfielders: Shunsuke Saito, Isa Sakamoto, Cisse Sandra, Cameron Congreve, Ibrahim Fofana

Attackers: Norman Bassette

Royal Antwerp

Goalkeeper: Taishi Brandon Nozawa

Defenders: Álvaro Cortés, Yuto Tsunashima, Maxime Busi, Semm Renders

Midfielders: Thibo Somers, Arthur Vermeeren, Xander Dierckx, Christopher Scott

Attackers: Michael Frey, Ibrahim Salah

Prediction

Westerlo spring into this contest carrying obvious momentum, particularly in attack, and an undefeated run in their last four outings. Royal Antwerp, meanwhile, are winless in five of their last five matches and have conceded heavily in that period. Given Westerlo's recent proficiency in front of goal and Antwerp's defensive struggles, the hosts are strongly positioned to continue their good form.

A home win is predicted, with a probability of 46%, and a likely scoreline of 3-1 for Westerlo. The storylines ahead tilt favorably toward the hosts, unless Antwerp can solve their current woes in both boxes.

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Westerlo Royal Antwerp 11/10/2026 18:30

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