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Gent vs Anderlecht Prediction

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Gent

€63.95m

18 Jan07:30
4 : 2

Anderlecht

€105.20m

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Gent vs Anderlecht Prediction Jupiler Pro League

Gent vs Anderlecht Prediction: Odds, Stats, and AI Insights for 2026

The Jupiler Pro League serves up a fascinating fixture this Sunday, as Gent welcome Anderlecht to the Planet Group Arena for a lunchtime kick-off at 12.2.9 GMT. If you’re searching for a well-researched Gent vs Anderlecht prediction, you’re in the right place. We’ll break down the form, tactics, head to head stats, and the latest betting odds, before diving into our AI-powered tips for your sports betting strategy.

Form, Tactics, and Team News: The Road to January 18

This Gent vs Anderlecht prediction starts with a look at the current landscape. Anderlecht, sitting 4th with 35 points from 20 matches, have shown real intent this season. Their record of 10 wins, 5 draws, and 5 defeats is solid, and their squad value of €105.20m underlines their ambitions. Gent, meanwhile, are 8th with 26 points, having won 7, drawn 5, and lost 8. With a squad worth €63.95m, they’re aiming to punch above their weight and push for a European spot.

  • Gent’s home form has been a mixed bag, but they’ve won 40% of their matches at the Planet Group Arena, scoring an average of 1.8 goals and conceding just 1.0 per game. They’ve kept clean sheets in 40% of home fixtures—a stat that could prove vital.
  • Anderlecht’s away record is less dominant than their home form, but they’re still dangerous. They’ve seen both teams score in half their away games, and their attacking output remains impressive, especially with Thorgan Hazard in fine scoring form.

Tactically, Gent are expected to line up in a 5-2.9, focusing on defensive stability and quick transitions. Injuries to key midfielders Matisse Samoise and M. Delorge-Knieper mean others must step up. Up front, Wilfried Kanga and Omri Gandelman (with 4 and 7 goals respectively) will be crucial, while Hyllarion Goore’s recent strike against Westerlo shows he’s a threat.

Anderlecht, under Besnik Hasi, often favor a 4-2.57-1 and have shown tactical flexibility. They’ll be without Marco Kana, César Huerta, I. Camara, and M. Juhl Kikkenborg due to injuries. Thorgan Hazard leads their attack with 6 goals, supported by Nilson Angulo and Adriano Bertaccini. Hasi’s focus on intensity—especially in the closing stages—could be decisive.

Head to Head, Recent Results, and Betting Odds

The head to head record between these sides is tight, with Anderlecht holding a slight edge: 10 wins to Gent’s 9 in their last 33 meetings, and 45 wins to Gent’s 15 across all 86 encounters. The most common scoreline? A 1-1 draw, which has happened 11 times. However, Gent haven’t beaten Anderlecht in their last three attempts, and the most recent meeting ended 1-0 to Anderlecht.

  • Last head to head: Anderlecht 1-0 Gent (September 2025)
  • Recent Gent highlight: 1-1 away draw at Union St Gilloise (odds 10.0)
  • Recent Anderlecht highlight: 2-1 away win at Slavia Praha (odds 6.1)

The latest betting odds for this Gent vs Anderlecht prediction are: Gent win 2.9, Draw 3.35, Anderlecht win 2.57. With Anderlecht’s higher squad value and recent edge in head to head meetings, the away side are slight favorites.

AI Predictions, Stats, and Best Bets for Gent vs Anderlecht

Let’s get nerdy with the numbers. Our AI model at NerdyTips has crunched the stats and offers a clear Gent vs Anderlecht prediction:

  1. Best bet: Under 3.35 goals (odds 1.31, confidence 3.7/10). Both teams have shown defensive solidity, and recent head to head results suggest a tight contest. Gent average just 1.0 goal conceded at home, and Anderlecht’s away games often see fewer goals.
  2. 1x2 prediction: Anderlecht win (odds 2.57, trust 1.6/10). The away side’s slightly better form, squad depth, and recent success in this fixture tip the scales in their favor.
  3. Expected score: 0-1 Anderlecht. The model forecasts a goalless first half, with Anderlecht edging ahead after the break.
  • Possession: Gent 46%, Anderlecht 54%
  • Total shots: Gent 12, Anderlecht 13 (on target: 3 vs 4)
  • Corners: Gent 4, Anderlecht 6
  • Yellow cards: Gent 1, Anderlecht 2

For sports betting fans, the under 3.35 goals market looks the safest pick, given both teams’ recent defensive records and the history of low-scoring head to head matches. The 1x2 market leans toward Anderlecht, but with a trust rating of just 1.6/10, it’s not a slam dunk.

Final Thoughts: Gent vs Anderlecht Prediction Recap

This Gent vs Anderlecht prediction points to a tight, tactical affair, with Anderlecht’s extra quality and recent head to head success giving them the edge. Expect a disciplined Gent side to make life difficult, but our AI tips a narrow Anderlecht win in a match unlikely to see more than three goals. For those interested in sports betting, the under 3.35 goals market is the standout tip, while the away win offers value for the more adventurous.

Whether you’re a casual fan or a seasoned bettor, this fixture promises intrigue, intensity, and plenty of talking points. Stay tuned for more expert analysis and betting odds updates from NerdyTips.

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Anderlecht has an unusually high recent form

Best Tip

The best betting football prediction for Gent vs Anderlecht

U3.5 -323

No more than 3 goals will be scored in the match with odds of -323
3/10

1x2 Tip

2 157

Anderlecht is expected to win with odds of 157
1/10

Total Goals

Under 3.5 -323

No more than 3 goals will be scored in the match
3/10

Both Teams To Score

No 102

At least one team is not expected to score
1/10

Bet Builder Tip

X2&U5.5 -189

Away win/draw and under 5.5 goals
1/10
Both Teams To Score

Correct Score

0:1

Stats Predictions

1.28
xG
1.37
46%
Ball Possession
54%
12
Total Shots
13
3
Shots on Goal
4
4
Shots Off Goal
5
4
Corners
6
1
Yellow Cards
2

Average / Match

1.1
Expected Goals
1.4
2.1
Total Goals
2.5
1.1
Goals Scored
1.3
1
Goals Against
1.2
45%
Possession
52%
11.9
Total Shots
14
3.9
Shots on Goal
4.6
4.7
Shots off Goal
5.8
11
Fouls
11.9
3.8
Corners
6
2.2
Offsides
1.6
1.38
Yellow Cards
3.13
404
Total Passes
424

Overview Last 10 Matches

3
Wins
6
8
Over 1.5 Goals
6
3
Over 2.5 Goals
6
1
Over 3.5 Goals
3
5
Both Teams Scored
5
0
Unexpected Wins
0
0
Unexpected Loses
1

Head to Head

Gent
11 - 16 - 20
Anderlecht
Anderlecht Anderlecht 15-Jan-26
1:0
Gent Gent
Anderlecht Anderlecht 23-Sep-25
1:0
Gent Gent
Gent Gent 27-Apr-25
0:1
Anderlecht Anderlecht
Anderlecht Anderlecht 23-Apr-25
5:0
Gent Gent
Gent Gent 02-Feb-25
1:0
Anderlecht Anderlecht
Anderlecht Anderlecht 24-Nov-24
6:0
Gent Gent
Anderlecht Anderlecht 04-Feb-24
1:0
Gent Gent
Gent Gent 12-Nov-23
1:1
Anderlecht Anderlecht
Gent Gent 05-Mar-23
1:0
Anderlecht Anderlecht
Anderlecht Anderlecht 01-Sep-22
0:1
Gent Gent

Profile time Recent Matches of Gent

01 MarL Genk Genk 3 Gent Gent 0
20 FebL Gent Gent 0 Cercle B Cercle B 1
14 FebW Charleroi Charleroi 2 Gent Gent 3
07 FebL Gent Gent 1 Leuven Leuven 3
30 JanD RAAL L RAAL L 1 Gent Gent 1
23 JanW St. Liege St. Liege 0 Gent Gent 4
18 JanW Gent Gent 4 Anderlecht Anderlecht 2
15 JanL Anderlecht Anderlecht 1 Gent Gent 0
09 JanW CFR Cluj CFR Cluj 0 Gent Gent 2
27 DecW Gent Gent 2 Westerlo Westerlo 0

Profile time Recent Matches of Anderlecht

28 FebWAnderlecht Anderlecht 5 Leuven Leuven 1
22 FebWWaregem Waregem 2 Anderlecht Anderlecht 4
15 FebDAnderlecht Anderlecht 0 RAAL L RAAL L 0
12 FebWAntwerp Antwerp 0 Anderlecht Anderlecht 4
08 FebLGenk Genk 2 Anderlecht Anderlecht 0
05 FebLAnderlecht Anderlecht 0 Antwerp Antwerp 1
01 FebLSt. Liege St. Liege 2 Anderlecht Anderlecht 0
25 JanDAnderlecht Anderlecht 0 Dender Dender 0
18 JanLGent Gent 4 Anderlecht Anderlecht 2
15 JanWAnderlecht Anderlecht 1 Gent Gent 0

Belgium - Jupiler Pro League Belgium - Jupiler Pro League

Team Matches Goals Points
1 Union St. Gilloise Union St.27
43-15
57
2 Club Brugge KV Club Brugge KV27
51-32
56
3 St. Truiden St. Truiden27
44-30
54
4 Anderlecht Anderlecht27
39-33
43
5 KV Mechelen KV Mechelen27
36-30
42
6 Genk Genk27
39-40
38
7 Gent Gent27
41-41
36
8 Standard Liege Standard Liege27
25-34
35
9 KVC Westerlo KVC Westerlo27
34-38
35
10 Antwerp Antwerp27
30-30
33
11 Charleroi Charleroi27
36-37
33
12 Zulte Waregem Zulte Waregem27
37-44
29
13 OH Leuven OH Leuven27
29-42
28
14 Cercle Brugge Cercle Brugge27
34-40
28
15 RAAL La Louvière RAAL La27
22-31
26
16 Dender Dender27
21-44
18
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