10.10.2026 18:45
Elindus Arena

Zulte Waregem vs Gent Prediction & Match Analysis

Full analysis and predictions for all markets

1X2
Away Win
Probability 54.7%
Odds -
BTTS
Yes
Probability 62.8%
Odds -
Over / Under 2.5
Over 2.5
Probability 70.3%
Odds -
All Markets
Market Option Probability Odds Stats & Analysis
1X2 Away Win
54.7%
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BTTS Yes
62.8%
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Over / Under 2.5 Over 2.5
70.3%
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Corners O/U Over 7.5 Corners
92%
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HT / FT Draw / Away
-
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Correct Score 1-2
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Probability Distribution
Zulte Waregem Win 39.1%
Draw 6.2%
Gent Win 54.7%
Expected Goals (xG)
Zulte Waregem1.63
Gent1.63
Recent Form (Last 5)
Zulte Waregem Zulte Waregem
WWDLW
35 GF / 20 GA
Gent Gent
WLDWL
36 GF / 15 GA
Key Stats
2.19
Average Goals Scored
1.89
1.25
Average Goals Conceded
0.79
9
BTTS Yes
10
12
Over 2.5
10
4.57
Shots on Goal
3.92

Statistics are based on season averages

Season Statistics

Team averages and season trends before this fixture

Zulte Waregem Zulte Waregem 16 matches
Gent Gent 19 matches
Zulte Waregem Statistic Gent
9 Wins 11
4 Draws 7
3 Losses 1
35 Goals For 36
20 Goals Against 15
2.19 Avg Goals Scored 1.89
1.25 Avg Goals Conceded 0.79
9 BTTS Yes 10
14 Over 1.5 14
12 Over 2.5 10
7 Over 3.5 5
5 Clean Sheets 9
3 Failed To Score 3
4.57 Shots On Goal 3.92
12.86 Total Shots 7.69
4.86 Corners 4.23
41.6% Ball Possession 40%

Match Analysis

Model notes, team context and key prediction signals

Final Verdict

On paper, this fixture places two sides in different competitive situations, shaped by two sides with a fairly similar football identity. Squad availability does not appear severe enough to completely reshape the expected balance, although smaller absences can still influence specific duels. Gent carry the stronger overall league profile, standing 2 with 19 points while Zulte Waregem sit 6 on 11, suggesting a clearer edge in long-term output. The broader competitive context suggests that patience and control may be just as important as raw attacking intent. Given the broader gap between the sides, Away Win looks like the most logical direction, while the clean-sheet expectation leans toward Gent. Gent look sharper on recent form, and that momentum could be important in key phases of the match. The shape dynamic also adds another layer here, with Zulte Waregem expected to line up in 4-3-3 and Gent in 3-4-2-1, which may reinforce the expected flow toward Gent having the stronger overall control. The defensive profile of this fixture suggests that clear openings may be harder to create.This profiles as a tighter contest, with fewer clear openings expected.

Zulte Waregem Analysis

So far, Zulte Waregem have built a campaign that leaves them 6 in the table on 11 points from 7 matches. The record of 3 wins, 2 draws, and 2 defeats, together with a 10:7 goal balance, points toward mixed form over their recent run. Much of their attacking threat comes through T. Hedl (2 goals), Á. Zalán (2 goals), T. Claes (1 goals), with creative support from A. Ementa (4 assists), T. Hedl (1 assists), M. Mbaye (1 assists), while at the back they have looked very solid. At home, their split return of 2 wins, 0 draws, and 1 losses fits a fairly balanced split record. They are pushing for upper-table objectives and still have something important to play for. Stylistically, they usually display balanced attacking football.

Gent Analysis

Gent approach this game with the confidence of a side sitting 2 on 19 points after 7 outings. The return of 6 wins, 1 draws, and 0 defeats, together with goals at 13:4, reflects very strong form with results showing strong momentum. Much of their attacking edge comes through J. Y. Vergara Ortega (3 goals), Tiago Araújo (2 goals), M. Sonko (2 goals), with creative support from Tiago Araújo (2 assists), T. De Vlieger (2 assists), M. Sonko (1 assists), while their defending has remained very solid. Away from home, the split of 2 wins, 1 draws, and 0 losses supports the view of a fairly balanced split record. They are competing near the top and remain under pressure to hold that position. Their football identity still points toward balanced attacking football.

H2H Analysis

Across those 15 head-to-head meetings, Zulte Waregem won 4 times, Gent won 9 times, while 2 matches finished as draws. The aggregate score in this matchup is 23:35 from Zulte Waregem's perspective. 10 of those games went over 2.5 goals, and both teams scored in 10 matches, with an average of 3.87 goals per game.

1X2: Away Win
BTTS: Yes
Over/Under 2.5: Over 2.5
Highest model probability: 12 (93.8%)
Predicted formations: Zulte Waregem 4-3-3 / Gent 3-4-2-1
H2H summary: Zulte Waregem wins 4, draws 2, Gent wins 9

Standings

Pro League
# Team MP W D L G GD PTS Form
1 7 6 1 0 21:3 18 19
W W W W W
2
Gent Away
7 6 1 0 13:4 9 19
W D W W W
3 7 6 0 1 15:3 12 18
W W W L W
4 7 6 0 1 15:7 8 18
W W L W W
5 7 4 1 2 7:5 2 13
W W D W L
6 7 3 2 2 10:7 3 11
L L W D W
7 7 3 2 2 13:12 1 11
L L W W W
8 7 3 1 3 15:16 -1 10
W W W D L
9 7 3 0 4 7:11 -4 9
L W W L L
10 7 2 3 2 13:12 1 9
L D D W D
11 7 2 2 3 12:12 0 8
L L W L W
12 7 2 2 3 6:8 -2 8
D L L W W
13 7 2 1 4 11:15 -4 7
L L L L D
14 7 1 1 5 7:14 -7 4
L W L D L
15 7 1 1 5 5:13 -8 4
W D L L L
16 7 1 0 6 2:15 -13 3
W L L L L
17 7 0 3 4 8:14 -6 3
L D L L L
18 7 0 3 4 5:14 -9 3
D L L D L
Promotion - Champions League (League phase)
Promotion - Champions League (Qualification)
Promotion - Europa League (Qualification)
Promotion - Conference League (Qualification)
Relegation - Challenger Pro League