Pro League matchday 19: challenges and opportunities ahead for KVM and Cercle

In the weekend of 20-21-22 December, the Belgian Pro League has its matchday 19 with some interesting encounters all across the board. Our sponsored teams, KV Mechelen and Cercle Brugge, have their work cut out for them… Can you predict what the leaderboard will look like when all is said and done next Sunday evening? Here’s how we see it!

Westerlo vs KV Mechelen

20/12 8.45 p.m.

Most likely to win: Westerlo

Both Westerlo and KV Mechelen have shown time after time that they’re more than also-rans in the JPL. In this exciting encounter, we’re predicting a narrow victory for the home side.

Charleroi vs STVV

21/12 4 p.m.

Most likely to win: Charleroi

Charleroi starts matchday 19 at spot 12, knowing that it can do a lot better. STVV has its eyes on the Carolos, though. Charleroi should enjoy its home advantage for a victory here.

Dender vs Antwerp

21/12 6.15 p.m.

Most likely to win: Antwerp

With 24 points, Dender has a shot to sneak into the top 6. Against 4-th placed Antwerp, it’ll be hard for Dender to win here. A prediction for Antwerp to win is the smarter option here.

Beerschot vs KV Kortrijk

21/12 8.45 p.m.

Most likely to win: KV Kortrijk

Thriller at the bottom of the JPL! Both Beerschot and KV Kortrijk are in dire need of some points. Beerschot will draw the short straw here: 3 points for the visitors from Kortrijk.

KRC Genk vs Anderlecht

22/12 1.30 p.m.

Most likely to win: KRC Genk

KRC Genk will want to avoid defeat to make sure that it stays in the lead. Anderlecht is a formidable force, as usual, but the Genkies should come out on top after a heated battle.

Standard vs KAA Gent

22/12 4 p.m.

Most likely to win: KAA Gent

In 18 matchdays, Standard has strayed far from the middle of the rankings. KAA Gent could be a challenger for the top 3, if it wants to be. A victory for the away team should confirm as much.

Union vs Club Brugge

22/12 6.30 p.m.

Most likely to win: Union

After some inconstant performances, Union has found some steadier footing. Club Brugge is still a solid title contender, but we predict home advantage to come into play for a Union victory.

Cercle Brugge vs OH Leuven

22/12 7.15 p.m.

Most likely to win: Cercle Brugge

Cercle Brugge remains in the danger zone: any victory here goes a long way, and in this upcoming game against OH Leuven,  there lies an opportunity. We predict Cercle to win here.