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OH Leuven - KV Mechelen
Belgium First Division A - Den Dreef Stadium
Prediction 1
Leuven to Score Firsr
33/50 (1.66)
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Prediction 2
Leuven to Win
11/10 (2.10)
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* Betting odds were correct at the time of writing but are subject to change*
We have a detailed Leuven vs Mechelen preview in this post, so read further to bet on our best free picks for the encounter.
Leuven vs Mechelen Predictions by Football Whispers
We have looked at the stats and current team form and team news ahead of the Leuven vs Mechelen clash on Saturday, 8th April and settled on the best free picks below. Rember to also check football betting tips today by Football Whispers.
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Leuven to Score First
The first Leuven vs Mechelen prediction is a home victory. While odds of 2.10 at the time of publishing mean Leuven has a low win probability of 48%, the visitors have an even lower chance of winning that match of 30% at odds of 3.30. Most importantly, both teams are struggling, so home support is always crucial in such games. We expect Leuven to snatch a narrow win in this clash with Mechelen on Saturday, 8th April 2023.
Leuven to Win
Our second Leuven vs Mechelen prediction is on the 1X2 market. We have settled on Leuven as the favourite to win the game. They have had a good home run lately, losing only once in their last 6 home assignments. Mechelen on the other hand has been poor on the road, winning 1 and losing 5 of their last 6 away assignments. Mechelen couldn't score in four of the defeats on the road.
Leuven vs Mechelen Odds and Current Stats
Find out which top UK sportsbooks have the highest Leuven vs Mechelen odds and also check out current H2H and team form stats in the tables below.
Head to Head
17/09/22
Belgium First Division A Belgium
KV Mechelen
OH Leuven
0
0
15/01/22
Belgium First Division A Belgium
OH Leuven
KV Mechelen
5
0
18/09/21
Belgium First Division A Belgium
KV Mechelen
OH Leuven
2
0
21/03/21
Belgium First Division A Belgium
KV Mechelen
OH Leuven
2
2
20/12/20
Belgium First Division A Belgium
OH Leuven
KV Mechelen
1
2
Last Five - OH Leuven
23/04/23
Belgium First Division A Belgium
Standard Liege
OH Leuven
2
3
W
15/04/23
Belgium First Division A Belgium
KV Oostende
OH Leuven
0
4
W
08/04/23
Belgium First Division A Belgium
KV Mechelen
OH Leuven
1
4
W
02/04/23
Belgium First Division A Belgium
Genk
OH Leuven
2
1
L
19/03/23
Belgium First Division A Belgium
Anderlecht
OH Leuven
2
0
L
Last Five - KV Mechelen
30/04/23
Belgium Cup Belgium
Antwerp
KV Mechelen
2
0
L
30/04/23
Belgium Cup Belgium
Antwerp
KV Mechelen
2
0
L
23/04/23
Belgium First Division A Belgium
Anderlecht
KV Mechelen
2
3
W
16/04/23
Belgium First Division A Belgium
Gent
KV Mechelen
1
1
D
08/04/23
Belgium First Division A Belgium
OH Leuven
KV Mechelen
4
1
L
Let's closely look at the match odds for Leuven vs Mechelen ahead of the weekend Pro League fixture.
Leuven Odds: 11/10 (2.10)-48.00%
Draw Odds: 3/2 (3.50)-29.00%
Mechelen Odds 23/10 (3.30)-30.00%
*These odds are correct at the time of publication and may be sampled across various sportsbooks, so they will not always add up to 100%*
For odds of 2.10, Leuven has a big edge against Seraing. The 2.10 odds for the hosts translate to a winning probability compared to a 30% win probability for the visitors. And looking at the recent form on both ends, especially how both sides have been scoring goals, the hosts stand a better chance of finding the net first as they only failed to score in one of the last five while Mechelen failed to score in three of their last five outings. Backing Leuven to score first has odds of 1.66 or a 60% probability.
Leuven vs Mechelen Lineups and Team News
Leuven
OH Leuven is currently 11th overall. They are also 11th at home. Lieven has bagged 5 wins and 5 draws at home after 15 matches, which means they have lost 5 times on home soil. Moreover, the hosts have scored 22 goals and leaked 21 in 15 home games, so there is a high chance they will score once again in this clash with Mechelen. Major injury worries for Leuven are Toku, Taideman, Nsingi and Kiyine.
Leuven predicted a lineup-Cojocaru, Patris, Plentinckx, Ricca, Mendyl, Norre, Schrijvers, Norre, Al-Taamari, Maeterns, Porsteinsson and Gonzalez.
Seraing
Seraing is likely to be without Falchou for personal reasons while Walsh is doubtful due to injury. The visitors are 13th overall and ranked the worst away team after 2 wins, 1 draw and 11 defeats in 14 trips. Mechelen has scored 11 and leaked 30 goals, making is hard to back them in this trip.
Mechelen predicted lineup -Theolen, Van Hecke, Bates, Wouters, Bolingoli, Mrabti, Lavalee, Hiermans, Da Cruz, Storm, Ngoy.
Player to Watch: Mario Gonzalez
Mario Gonzalez is a player to watch in this game. He has played a crucial role in helping Leuven stay above the danger zone and with the potential of going to the top 8. Gonzalez is the leading scorer for the hosts with 13 goals. The 27-year-old right-footed forward has gone without scoring in 7 consecutive Pro League games since he scored a brace against Wetsterlo in January but showed great promise upon return from international duty.
Starting Lineups
Leuevn vs Mechelen line ups will be announced 60 minutes before the game begins*
OH Leuven
KV Mechelen
Current First Division A Standings
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | +/- | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Genk | 34 | 23 | 6 | 5 | 41 | 75 |
| 2 |  Union Saint Gilloise | 34 | 23 | 6 | 5 | 29 | 75 |
| 3 |  Antwerp | 34 | 22 | 6 | 6 | 33 | 72 |
| 4 |  Club Brugge | 34 | 16 | 11 | 7 | 25 | 59 |
| 5 |  Gent | 34 | 16 | 8 | 10 | 26 | 56 |
| 6 |  Standard Liege | 34 | 16 | 7 | 11 | 13 | 55 |
| 7 |  Westerlo | 34 | 14 | 9 | 11 | 8 | 51 |
| 8 |  Cercle Brugge | 34 | 13 | 11 | 10 | 4 | 50 |
| 9 |  Charleroi | 34 | 14 | 6 | 14 | -7 | 48 |
| 10 | OH Leuven | 34 | 13 | 9 | 12 | 8 | 48 |
| 11 |  Anderlecht | 34 | 13 | 7 | 14 | 3 | 46 |
| 12 |  Sint-Truidense | 34 | 11 | 9 | 14 | -3 | 42 |
| 13 | KV Mechelen | 34 | 11 | 7 | 16 | -14 | 40 |
| 14 |  KV Kortrijk | 34 | 8 | 7 | 19 | -24 | 31 |
| 15 |  Eupen | 34 | 7 | 7 | 20 | -35 | 28 |
| 16 |  KV Oostende | 34 | 7 | 6 | 21 | -39 | 27 |
| 17 |  Zulte-Waregem | 34 | 6 | 9 | 19 | -28 | 27 |
| 18 |  Seraing United | 34 | 5 | 5 | 24 | -40 | 20 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who will be the match played? Den Dreef Stadium in Hervelle, Belgium is the match venue.
- What is the capacity of the match venue? Den Dreef Stadium has 10, 020 seats.
- What was the score in the last meeting? The last duel ended 0-0.
