Royal Antwerp - Union St.Gilloise

Snayder Porozo spearheads the Royal Antwerp attack as the hosts look to arrest a difficult run of form during this matchday 7 clash on 20 September 2026. After suffering consecutive league defeats against Club Brugge and Standard Liege, the home side faces a stern test at Bosuil Stadion. With a midfield anchored by Arthur Vermeeren and Thibo Somers expected to start, Antwerp must find the defensive cohesion that deserted them in their recent 4-1 loss to St.Truiden if they are to contain their visitors.

Union St.Gilloise arrive in formidable spirits, buoyed by a dominant 3-0 victory over Viktoria Plzen in the Europa League. Their domestic form has been equally impressive, highlighted by a 5-0 thrashing of Lommel earlier this month. Despite the absence of the injured Kevin Mac Allister, the attacking quartet of Mateo Biondic, Relebohile Mofokeng, Besfort Zeneli, and Guilherme Smith remains a potent threat. Having secured a 2-1 win in their most recent league meeting on 21 February 2026, the visitors will aim to exploit Antwerp's current vulnerabilities.