Westerlo - Royal Antwerp

Westerlo enter this matchday 8 fixture at Het Kuipje on 11 October 2026 carrying significant momentum, having secured three consecutive league victories. Their recent form marks a sharp turnaround from early season struggles, highlighted by a commanding 4-0 win over KV Mechelen and a clinical 2-0 result against St. Truiden. With Norman Bassette and Shunsuke Saito expected to lead the attack, the hosts appear well-positioned to test a visiting side currently mired in a difficult run of results.

Royal Antwerp arrive searching for a response after a challenging sequence that has seen them drop points in four consecutive league outings, including a 2-0 defeat to Union St. Gilloise. The visitors must navigate this encounter without the injured Semm Renders, placing added pressure on their midfield unit. Historically, these meetings have been high-scoring affairs, with Antwerp winning 4-2 at this venue in April 2026.