Preview: Gent vs Anderlecht Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Belgian Pro League 2025-26
The Purple and White emerged victorious when these sides last met.
KAA Gent are now going to lock horns with RSC Anderlecht for their matchweek 21 contest of the 2025-26 Belgian Pro League. This will be an entertaining outing, taking place at the Ghelamco Arena.
The Buffaloes will be at home, but it is not going to make things any easier for them. They are placed eighth on the league table at the moment.
KAA Gent have won seven of their 20 league matches this season. The upcoming contest is not going to be an easy game for them.
Despite being away from home, RSC Anderlecht will be feeling confident due to their last few results against Gent. The Purple and White are in fourth place on the Belgian Pro League points table. A win in the next league outing is going to play a crucial role for them.
Kick-off:
- Location: Ghent, Belgium
- Stadium: Ghelamco Arena
- Date: Sunday, January 18
- Kick-off Time: 06:00 p.m. IST/ 12:30 p.m. GMT/ 07:30 a.m. ET/ 04:30 a.m. PT
- Referee: Lawrence Visser
- VAR: In use
Form:
Gent: D-L-L-W-L
Anderlecht: L-W-D-L-W
Players to Watch
Wilfried Kanga (Gent)
Wilfried Kanga will be looking to step up his game so that he can help his side secure three points in their upcoming contest. In 17 Belgian Pro League appearances this season, he has scored four goals and has three assists to his name. Even though he is not in his best form, he is still going to be crucial for his side.
Thorgan Hazard (Anderlecht)
With the ball at his feet, Thorgan Hazard is going to be a constant threat to the opponent’s defence. He can control the midfield well and is also capable of scoring goals. In 17 league games of the ongoing campaign, he has 10 goal involvements and will be looking to add more to his tally.
Match Facts
- Anderlecht have won two of their last five games.
- KAA Gent have only secured one win in their last five attempts.
- The Purple and White have won four of their last five matches against the Buffaloes.
Gent vs Anderlecht: Betting Tips and Odds
- Anderlecht to win
- Thorgan Hazard to score
- Goals under 3.5
Injury and Team News
KAA Gent will miss out on the services of Mathias Delorge. He is injured.
Mario Stroeykens is injured, and Lucas Hey is suspended. It will keep them both out of action for Anderlecht. Cesar Huerta, Ludwig Augustinsson and Marco Kana might also miss out due to a lack of fitness.
Head-to-Head
Total matches: 140
Gent won: 25
Anderlecht won: 84
Draws: 31
Predicted Lineups
Gent predicted lineup (5-3-2)
Roef (GK); Samoise, Volckaert, Paskotši, Van der Heyden, Araújo; Kadri, Ito, De Vlieger; Kanga, Goore
Anderlecht predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)
Coosemans (GK); Maamar, Sardella, Keita, Moussa; De Cat, Saliba; Bertaccini, Hazard, Angulo; Cvetkovic
Match Prediction
Both of these sides will be looking for a win here. Anderlecht are likely to come out on top and defeat KAA Gent in their upcoming Belgian Pro League clash.
Prediction: Gent 1-2 Anderlecht
Telecast Details
India: DAZN
USA: ESPN+, DAZN
UK: DAZN UK
Nigeria: SportyTV
When and where is the Gent vs Anderlecht Belgian Pro League match?
Sunday, January 18, at the Ghelamco Arena in Ghent. Kick-off is scheduled for 12:30 p.m. GMT.
Where and how to watch the Belgian Pro League live in India?
DAZN have the rights to telecast the top flight of Belgian football in India as of now.
Where and how to watch the Belgian Pro League live in the USA?
ESPN+ and DAZN can be used to watch all the games live.
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