Gent vs KV Mechelen Prediction & Tips | Jupiler Pro League | FootballTips.app
Gent
HomeFull Time
3 - 1
HT: 2 - 0
Sunday 8 March
KV Mechelen
AwayGentTimelineKV Mechelen
1st Half
Kanga W.
8'
Cisse I.Out: Kanga W.
sync_alt
18'
Konate M.
30'
Dean M.(Penalty)
sports_soccer
31'
Lopes L.Assist: Van Der Heyden S.
sports_soccer
45+2'
2nd Half
Antonio B.Out: Konate M.
sync_alt
46'
Raman B.Out: Vanrafelghem K.
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46'
Sonko M.Out: Hong Hyun-Seok
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60'
Araujo T.
63'
van Brederode M. (Halhal R.)
sports_soccer
69'
Kireev M.Out: Mrabti K.
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74'
Servais M.
81'
Omgba A.Out: Dean M.
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82'
Duverne J.Out: Araujo T.
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82'
Essaouabi H.Out: Hashioka D.
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82'
Cisse I. (Lopes L.)
sports_soccer
83'
Marsa J.Out: Servais M.
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90+5'
Top stats
2.20Expected goals (xG)0.50
46%Ball possession54%
13Total shots8
5Shots on target3
3Big chances0
3Corner kicks5
78% (296/379)Passes81% (376/465)
2Yellow cards2
Shots
2.20Expected goals (xG)0.50
2.17xG on target (xGOT)0.22
13Total shots8
5Shots on target3
6Shots off target2
2Blocked shots3
10Shots inside the box6
3Shots outside the box2
0Hit the woodwork0
Attack
3Big chances0
3Corner kicks5
23Touches in opposition box33
0Accurate through passes0
1Offsides2
19Free kicks9
Passes
78% (296/379)Passes81% (376/465)
44% (28/63)Long passes55% (23/42)
64% (67/105)Passes in final third69% (95/137)
35% (9/26)Crosses33% (7/21)
0.63Expected assists (xA)0.83
16Throw ins27
Defense
9Fouls19
53% (9/17)Tackles67% (6/9)
60Duels won41
34Clearances26
15Interceptions6
0Errors leading to shot0
1Errors leading to goal0
Goalkeeping
2Goalkeeper saves3
0.22xGOT faced2.17
-0.78Goals prevented-0.83
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AI Prediction
verified Low Confidence
11.96
X3.81
23.70
Recommended Bet
Away Win
Stake: Medium (6/10)
60
Opp. Value
Key Factors
⚠️ Using limited statistical data
Attack Quality: Home 35% on target vs Away 38% on target
Standings: Home GD +0 (36pts) vs Away GD +6 (42pts)
Sofascore Stats: Away superiority - Best: Defense (+16), Attack (+14)
donut_small Win Probabilities
26%
Gent Win
30%
Draw
44%
KV Mechelen Win
Gent
Draw
KV Mechelen
Match Preview
At Planet Group Arena, Gent will take on KV Mechelen in a Jupiler Pro League encounter scheduled for March 8, 2026.
Gent has struggled at home, losing 67% of their last 6 matches, while KV Mechelen has faced defeat in 3 of their recent 6 away matches.
In their past head-to-head matchups, Gent has emerged victorious in 3 out of the last 6 meetings against KV Mechelen.
When it comes to goal-scoring, Gent has witnessed over 2.5 goals in 60% of their home matches, whereas KV Mechelen has scored 2+ goals in 3 of their last 3 league games.
Prediction: KV Mechelen to win with a probability of 35%
compareTeam Comparison
Based on 27 matchesGentvsKV Mechelen
radarTeam Profile
Gent
KV Mechelen
sports_soccer
47Attack33
shield
45Defense61
swap_horiz
50Possession52
gps_fixed
66Efficiency77
auto_fix_high
41Creativity39
gavel
50Discipline52
sports_soccerGoals & Scoring
41Goals Scored36
41Goals Conceded30
6Clean Sheets7
54Big Chances54
29Big Chances Missed31
3Penalty Goals2
gps_fixedShooting
361Total Shots276
118Shots on Target104
swap_horizPassing & Possession
51.2%Avg Possession49.9%
11,944Total Passes11,110
81.8%Pass Accuracy81.0%
shieldDefending
370Tackles471
262Interceptions254
92Saves109
48.5%Duels Won48.7%
gavelDiscipline
290Fouls290
42Yellow Cards62
4Red Cards0
45Offsides44
analyticsOther
133Corners126
162Successful Dribbles208
5Errors Leading to Goal3
6.81Avg Rating6.88
League Standings Context
For Gent
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Westerlo | 28 | 10 | 8 | 10 | 38 |
| 8 | Gent | 27 | 10 | 6 | 11 | 36 |
| 9 | Standard Liège | 27 | 10 | 5 | 12 | 35 |
For KV Mechelen
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | Anderlecht | 27 | 12 | 7 | 8 | 43 |
| 5 | KV Mechelen | 27 | 11 | 9 | 7 | 42 |
| 6 | Racing Genk | 28 | 10 | 8 | 10 | 38 |
Advanced Stats (Avg per match)
49.5/ 96.0
Dangerous Attacks
46.5/ 86.9
35.0%
Shots on Target
38.0%
12.9
Total Shots
10.3
51.0%
Possession
50.0%
Team Performance (Avg)
1.6
Goals Scored / Match
1.3
1.4
Goals Conceded / Match
1.1
Head-to-Head Summary
3
Gent Wins
50%
2
Draws
33%
1
KV Mechelen Wins
17%
Total H2H Matches: 6
Recent Form Stats
| Market | Gent | KV Mechelen |
|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 Goals | 83%25/30 | 73%22/30 |
| Over 2.5 Goals | 60%18/30 | 37%11/30 |
| Both Teams to Score | 57%17/30 | 60%18/30 |
* Based on last 30 matches
Past Matches
Last 6: Gent
Be1
Gent
0 - 1
Cercle Brugge
Be1
Gent
1 - 3
OH Leuven
Be1
Gent
4 - 2
Anderlecht
Be1
Gent
2 - 0
Westerlo
Be1
Gent
0 - 2
Royal Antwerp
Be1
Gent
1 - 2
Sint-Truiden
Home Games: Gent
Be1
Gent
0 - 1
Cercle Brugge
Be1
Gent
1 - 3
OH Leuven
Be1
Gent
4 - 2
Anderlecht
Be1
Gent
2 - 0
Westerlo
Be1
Gent
0 - 2
Royal Antwerp
Be1
Gent
1 - 2
Sint-Truiden
Last 6: KV Mechelen
Be1
RAAL La Louvière
0 - 2
KV Mechelen
Be1
OH Leuven
2 - 2
KV Mechelen
Be1
Union Saint-Gilloise
1 - 0
KV Mechelen
Be1
Sint-Truiden
1 - 0
KV Mechelen
Be1
Cercle Brugge
2 - 3
KV Mechelen
BeC
Sporting Charleroi
2 - 0
KV Mechelen
Away Games: KV Mechelen
Be1
RAAL La Louvière
0 - 2
KV Mechelen
Be1
OH Leuven
2 - 2
KV Mechelen
Be1
Union Saint-Gilloise
1 - 0
KV Mechelen
Be1
Sint-Truiden
1 - 0
KV Mechelen
Be1
Cercle Brugge
2 - 3
KV Mechelen
BeC
Sporting Charleroi
2 - 0
KV Mechelen
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AI Prediction
verified Low Confidence
11.96
X3.81
23.70
Recommended Bet
Away Win
Stake: Medium (6/10)
60
Opp. Value
Key Factors
⚠️ Using limited statistical data
Attack Quality: Home 35% on target vs Away 38% on target
Standings: Home GD +0 (36pts) vs Away GD +6 (42pts)
Sofascore Stats: Away superiority - Best: Defense (+16), Attack (+14)
Match Preview
At Planet Group Arena, Gent will take on KV Mechelen in a Jupiler Pro League encounter scheduled for March 8, 2026.
Gent has struggled at home, losing 67% of their last 6 matches, while KV Mechelen has faced defeat in 3 of their recent 6 away matches.
In their past head-to-head matchups, Gent has emerged victorious in 3 out of the last 6 meetings against KV Mechelen.
When it comes to goal-scoring, Gent has witnessed over 2.5 goals in 60% of their home matches, whereas KV Mechelen has scored 2+ goals in 3 of their last 3 league games.
Prediction: KV Mechelen to win with a probability of 35%
League Standings Context
For Gent
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Westerlo | 28 | 10 | 8 | 10 | 38 |
| 8 | Gent | 27 | 10 | 6 | 11 | 36 |
| 9 | Standard Liège | 27 | 10 | 5 | 12 | 35 |
For KV Mechelen
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | Anderlecht | 27 | 12 | 7 | 8 | 43 |
| 5 | KV Mechelen | 27 | 11 | 9 | 7 | 42 |
| 6 | Racing Genk | 28 | 10 | 8 | 10 | 38 |
Team Performance (Avg)
1.6
Goals Scored / Match
1.3
1.4
Goals Conceded / Match
1.1
Recent Form Stats
| Market | Gent | KV Mechelen |
|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 Goals | 83%25/30 | 73%22/30 |
| Over 2.5 Goals | 60%18/30 | 37%11/30 |
| Both Teams to Score | 57%17/30 | 60%18/30 |
* Based on last 30 matches
donut_small Win Probabilities
26%
Gent Win
30%
Draw
44%
KV Mechelen Win
Gent
Draw
KV Mechelen
compareTeam Comparison
Based on 27 matchesGentvsKV Mechelen
radarTeam Profile
Gent
KV Mechelen
sports_soccer
47Attack33
shield
45Defense61
swap_horiz
50Possession52
gps_fixed
66Efficiency77
auto_fix_high
41Creativity39
gavel
50Discipline52
sports_soccerGoals & Scoring
41Goals Scored36
41Goals Conceded30
6Clean Sheets7
54Big Chances54
29Big Chances Missed31
3Penalty Goals2
gps_fixedShooting
361Total Shots276
118Shots on Target104
swap_horizPassing & Possession
51.2%Avg Possession49.9%
11,944Total Passes11,110
81.8%Pass Accuracy81.0%
shieldDefending
370Tackles471
262Interceptions254
92Saves109
48.5%Duels Won48.7%
gavelDiscipline
290Fouls290
42Yellow Cards62
4Red Cards0
45Offsides44
analyticsOther
133Corners126
162Successful Dribbles208
5Errors Leading to Goal3
6.81Avg Rating6.88
Advanced Stats (Avg per match)
49.5/ 96.0
Dangerous Attacks
46.5/ 86.9
35.0%
Shots on Target
38.0%
12.9
Total Shots
10.3
51.0%
Possession
50.0%
Head-to-Head Summary
3
Gent Wins
50%
2
Draws
33%
1
KV Mechelen Wins
17%
Total H2H Matches: 6
Past Matches
Last 6: Gent
Be1
Gent
0 - 1
Cercle Brugge
Be1
Gent
1 - 3
OH Leuven
Be1
Gent
4 - 2
Anderlecht
Be1
Gent
2 - 0
Westerlo
Be1
Gent
0 - 2
Royal Antwerp
Be1
Gent
1 - 2
Sint-Truiden
Home Games: Gent
Be1
Gent
0 - 1
Cercle Brugge
Be1
Gent
1 - 3
OH Leuven
Be1
Gent
4 - 2
Anderlecht
Be1
Gent
2 - 0
Westerlo
Be1
Gent
0 - 2
Royal Antwerp
Be1
Gent
1 - 2
Sint-Truiden
Last 6: KV Mechelen
Be1
RAAL La Louvière
0 - 2
KV Mechelen
Be1
OH Leuven
2 - 2
KV Mechelen
Be1
Union Saint-Gilloise
1 - 0
KV Mechelen
Be1
Sint-Truiden
1 - 0
KV Mechelen
Be1
Cercle Brugge
2 - 3
KV Mechelen
BeC
Sporting Charleroi
2 - 0
KV Mechelen
Away Games: KV Mechelen
Be1
RAAL La Louvière
0 - 2
KV Mechelen
Be1
OH Leuven
2 - 2
KV Mechelen
Be1
Union Saint-Gilloise
1 - 0
KV Mechelen
Be1
Sint-Truiden
1 - 0
KV Mechelen
Be1
Cercle Brugge
2 - 3
KV Mechelen
BeC
Sporting Charleroi
2 - 0
KV Mechelen
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