Westerlo - Sporting Charleroi

Westerlo head into this matchday 11 clash at Het Kuipje looking to steady their rhythm after a difficult recent spell, including a heavy defeat to Anderlecht and a high-scoring draw with SK Beveren. Earlier in the autumn, they demonstrated significant attacking flair with a 5-1 victory over Royal Antwerp. Meanwhile, Sporting Charleroi arrive with momentum following a convincing 5-2 win against RAAL La Louviere, a result that helped them bounce back from a loss to Royal Antwerp. The visitors face a selection challenge, however, with Cheick Keita suspended and both Mardochee Nzita and Antoine Bernier sidelined through injury.

The two sides last met on 16 May 2026, when Westerlo secured a narrow 1-0 victory. With Westerlo expected to field an attacking trio of Norman Bassette, Shunsuke Saito, and Isa Sakamoto, they will aim to reclaim the form that saw them dismantle opponents earlier this season. Sporting Charleroi, led by Mohamed Kone in goal, must contend with these absences while attempting to maintain their recent defensive discipline. Whether Westerlo can exploit their home advantage or the visitors can overcome their personnel issues remains the primary question for this encounter.