KV Mechelen - Anderlecht

KV Mechelen face a critical test of character as they look to arrest a worrying slide in form at Argosstadion Achter de Kazerne. The hosts meet Anderlecht on 11 September 2026 for this matchday 6 encounter in the Belgian Pro League, desperate to recover after a heavy defeat against Westerlo last week. With the expected XI featuring a forward line of Adeshina Ayodele, Keano Vanrafelghem, and Cedric Van Meirvenne, Mechelen must find the clinical edge that has eluded them during a winless run that includes a difficult loss at Gent and a high-scoring draw with Standard Liege.

Anderlecht arrive in search of consistency following a goalless draw with Genk. While their recent domestic form has fluctuated, including a setback against Union St.Gilloise, they maintain a potent threat through attackers Danylo Sikan and Tawfik Bentayeb. History between these sides remains competitive, with their most recent league meeting in May 2026 ending in a hard-fought draw. As both teams look to establish momentum early in the campaign, the visitors will aim to exploit the defensive vulnerabilities that have plagued their hosts throughout August.