Sat, 19 Sept 2026, 18:45
Full Time

Match Timeline

24'
Laurent Lemoine🟨
Yellow Card
34'
Lukas Ambros🟨
Yellow Card
40'
Tawfik Bentayeb⚽
Normal Goal
45'
Louis Bostyn🔄
Substitution 1 → Brent Gabriel
48'
Marten Winkler⚽
Normal Goal → Tawfik Bentayeb
54'
Marten Winkler⚽
Normal Goal
55'
Tawfik Bentayeb🔄
Substitution 1 → Mihajlo Cvetkovic
55'
Marten Winkler⚽
Goal confirmed
68'
Salim Diakité🔄
Substitution 2 → Franz Tangala
68'
Ousseynou Niang🔄
Substitution 3 → Malick Mbaye
68'
István Átrok🔄
Substitution 4 → Tobias Hedl
68'
Marley Aké🔄
Substitution 5 → Serxho Ujka
77'
Marten Winkler🔄
Substitution 2 → Oliver Antman
77'
Danylo Sikan🔄
Substitution 3 → Thelo Aasgaard
80'
Marco Kana🟨
Yellow Card
84'
Lukas Ambros🔄
Substitution 4 → Noa Ojea
84'
Marco Kana🔄
Substitution 5 → Noah Kalonji

Match Statistics

491Passes accurate290
11Shots insidebox8
5Shots outsidebox2
4Blocked Shots1
11Free Kicks7
8Shots on Goal4
4Goalkeeper Saves5
4Shots off Goal5
3Offsides7
557Total passes359
16Total Shots10
2Yellow Cards1
8Corner Kicks1
7Fouls11
0Red Cards0
61Ball Possession39

Starting Lineups

AnderlechtAnderlecht1:1

Starting XI

26C. CoosemansG
6L. AugustinssonD
10M. WinklerM
14D. SikanF
27L. PétrotD
30I. KoutsoupiasM
21T. BentayebF
12A. OmobamideleD
55M. KanaM
79A. MaamarD
18L. AmbrosM

Zulte WaregemZulte Waregem1:1

Starting XI

1L. BostynG
55Y. CappelleD
8T. ClaesM
22O. NiangF
5J. KiilerichD
6E. LofolomoM
18A. EmentaF
4L. LemoineD
11M. AkéM
21Á. ZalánF
23S. DiakitéD

Head-to-Head

📈 Team Form & Statistics

Anderlecht
Anderlecht
Form: D-L-D-D-W
Zulte Waregem
Zulte Waregem
Form: L-W-D-W-D
Record
4 W
4 D
2 L
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5 W
4 D
1 L
Goals Per Game
0.9
Scored
vs
1.8
Scored
0.5
Conceded
vs
1.0
Conceded
Betting Indicators
Clean Sheets
80%
Clean Sheets
30%
BTTS
10%
BTTS
60%
Home/Away Performance
Scored
Home:0.8
Away:1.0
Conceded
Home:0.3
Away:0.8
Scored
Home:2.0
Away:1.5
Conceded
Home:1.0
Away:1.0

ELO comparison

Pre-match ratings

Rating period
Match snapshot
Anderlecht versus Zulte Waregem: long term ELO, before the match
AnderlechtHomeRatingZulte WaregemAway
Strength
1,592.4Overall1,568.2
1,652.2Match venue1,477.3
1,652.2At home1,516.4
1,545.7Away1,477.3
Attack & defence
1,512.2Attack1,553.9
1,568.1Defence1,549.1
1,569.6Home attack1,535.5
1,480.7Away attack1,524.9
1,611.7Home defence1,518.6
1,564Away defence1,479.2
Match profile
2,030Goal environment2,443.3
1,763.3Home goals2,020
1,766.7Away goals1,923.3
1,523.7Possession1,487.1
Specialist ratings
1,533.6Set-piece attack1,523.6
1,533.1Set-piece defence1,522.6
1,572.7Close games1,520.9
1,597.2Winning margin1,588.7

Match venue compares Anderlecht at home with Zulte Waregem away. All ratings are within this league.

Higher goal environment ratings mean higher-scoring games, not necessarily a stronger team. A starting league rating is 1500.

📝 Match Preview

Anderlecht vs Zulte Waregem | Over 2.5 Goals
Recommendation:OVER_2_5
Odds:1.70
Expected Value:+15.6%
Confidence:8

Listen up, because life is way too short to be watching a snooze-fest of a game. We’re looking at Anderlecht versus Zulte Waregem, and while some might see a stalemate on the horizon, I see a buffet of goals just waiting to be served. If you're looking for excitement, you've come to the right place. Anderlecht has been playing it a bit safe lately, racking up some 0-0 draws against the likes of Hoffenheim and OFI in the Europa League, as well as a 0-0 draw against Genk in the league. They've been remarkably disciplined defensively, but that lack of offensive spark has left them looking a bit stagnant. However, don't let that recent 'dry spell' fool you into thinking this will be a low-scoring affair. When these two sides meet, the script changes completely. The head-to-head record between these two is practically a cheat code for goal hunters. Out of the last 10 meetings, an incredible 90% of them have cleared the Over 2.5 Goals line. We're talking about high-octane, high-scoring results like 4-2, 2-3, 2-3, 2-1, and 3-2. This historical trend is one of the strongest signals we have, suggesting that when these teams step onto the pitch together, the floodgates tend to open. On the other side of the pitch, Zulte Waregem is coming in with some serious offensive heat. They have been averaging a massive 1.80 goals per game over their last 10 outings. They just put four past SK Beveren in a 4-0 rout and showed they can handle pressure with a 2-1 victory over Genk. They aren't just participating; they are hunting for the back of the net. While Anderlecht's recent form might suggest a low-scoring game, the goal environment signals for both teams are pointing toward a much more active environment. Combined with the massive 90% H2H Over 2.5 rate and Zulte Waregem's current scoring form, the value on the Over 2.5 Goals market is too good to pass up. We’ve calculated a solid edge here, and with the odds sitting at 1.70, it's time to embrace the action. Let’s get those goals! Key Points: - Historical dominance: 90% of the last 10 H2H matches have seen Over 2.5 Goals. - Zulte Waregem's offensive output: Averaging 1.80 goals per game recently, including a 4-0 win. - High Goal Environment: Both teams show positive signals for high-scoring fixtures. - Value Check: The Over 2.5 Goals market offers a calculated edge of over 6% over the fair probability. Recommended Bet: Over 2.5 Goals

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Anderlecht vs Zulte Waregem: The Statistical Stagnation
Recommendation:UNDER_2_5
Odds:2.10
Expected Value:+42.8%
Confidence:7

The bookmakers are looking at the name on the shirt, but the numbers are telling a much more restrictive story. Anderlecht enters this fixture with a reputation that suggests dominance, yet their recent form reveals a team trapped in a defensive stalemate. Over their last 10 matches, Anderlecht has managed a meager 0.60 goals per game, while simultaneously maintaining a staggering 80% clean sheet rate. This isn't a team finding the net; it's a team building a wall. This trend is most evident in their recent European campaign, where they have recorded four consecutive 0-0 draws against Hoffenheim, OFI, Sunderland, and Marseille. While the head-to-head history between these two sides suggests a higher-scoring affair (with 90% of previous meetings going Over 2.5 goals), the current reality is dictated by Anderlecht's severe fatigue and lack of offensive output. They have played 7 matches in the last 14 days, a heavy schedule that often leads to conservative, low-energy performances. Zulte Waregem, meanwhile, sits in 5th place with a respectable 1.90 points per game. While they are more prolific than Anderlecht (averaging 1.80 goals per game), their away scoring rate sits at 1.50. When you pit Zulte Waregem's scoring against Anderlecht's elite defensive metrics—conceding only 0.33 goals per game at home—the math points toward a low-scoring grind. The market is currently pricing the Home Win at 1.70, likely overestimating Anderlecht's ability to break through a Zulte Waregem side that has been difficult to beat on the road. With a goal expectancy (λ) of 0.92 for both sides and Anderlecht's 0-0 streak, the value lies in the lack of goals. We are looking for a match where the defensive structure outweighs the offensive ambition. Key Points: - Anderlecht has recorded four consecutive 0-0 draws in their most recent fixtures. - Anderlecht maintains an 80% clean sheet rate over their last 10 games. - Anderlecht's scoring average is a low 0.60 goals per game, with only 0.83 at home. - Zulte Waregem has a much higher league PPG (1.90) than Anderlecht (1.40). - Poisson goal expectancy for both teams is low at 0.92. - Anderlecht faces significant fatigue with 7 matches played in the last 14 days. I am betting on the defensive trends over the historical head-to-head data. The bookies are ignoring the current scoring drought and the defensive wall Anderlecht has constructed. This is a prime opportunity to take the Under. Recommended Bet: Under 2.5 Goals

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📝 Match Preview

The Pups Bite Back: Zulte Waregem to Stun Anderlecht
Recommendation:AWAY_WIN
Odds:4.20
Expected Value:+26.0%
Confidence:6

In the world of football, the biggest dogs often get the most attention, but it's the 'little puppies' that provide the most magic. Today, we are looking at a Jupiler Pro League clash where the market seems to be favoring the wrong side. Anderlecht enters this fixture as the home favorite, but a closer look at the data reveals a story that belongs to the underdog, Zulte Waregem. Anderlecht has been struggling to find the back of the net. Over their last 10 matches, they have managed a meager 0.60 goals per game, showing a significant scoring drought. While they have been defensively solid with an 80% clean sheet rate, their lack of offensive teeth makes them vulnerable to a resilient opponent. Furthermore, their points trend is currently on the decline, and they sit in 7th place in the standings. On the other side, we have the delightful Zulte Waregem. These 'little puppies' are currently outperforming the favorites, sitting in 5th place with 11 points—just one point ahead of Anderlecht. Zulte Waregem has been on a sensational run, boasting a 50% win rate over their last 10 games and a much more potent offensive output of 1.80 goals per game. Most importantly, they have been incredibly difficult to beat on the road, remaining undefeated in their last four away fixtures. Historically, these two sides have a habit of producing high-scoring affairs. In their head-to-head history, 9 out of the last 10 meetings have seen Over 2.5 Goals. With Anderlecht struggling to score and Zulte Waregem showing such strong form in the standings, the value lies with the underdog. We are looking for that classic upset where the small guy takes down the big dog. Key Points: - Zulte Waregem is currently higher in the league standings (5th) than Anderlecht (7th). - Anderlecht is suffering from a severe scoring slump, averaging only 0.60 goals per game. - Zulte Waregem has remained unbeaten in their last 4 away matches. - Zulte Waregem possesses a significantly higher scoring average (1.80) compared to Anderlecht (0.60). - Head-to-head history shows a high frequency of goals, with 90% of recent meetings going Over 2.5. It is time to back the pups! We are looking for a massive upset today as Zulte Waregem takes the points away from the struggling hosts. Recommended Bet: Away Win

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