Kortrijk hosts Cercle Brugge at the Guldensporenstadion on February 23, 2025, at 18:15 UTC in what promises to be an intriguing Jupiler Pro League encounter. With current odds of 3.1 for a home win, 3.25 for a draw, and 2.28 for an away victory, bookmakers see Cercle Brugge as slight favorites. But where’s the smart money going? Let’s break it down!

NerdyTips’ AI recommends playing it safe with an X2 bet (Cercle Brugge to win or draw) at 1.36 odds, backed by a trust level of 6.1/10. If you’re feeling a bit bolder, the straight away win (2) at 2.29 odds is also a solid option with a trust rating of 4.8/10.

Looking at recent form, both teams have pulled off impressive upsets. Kortrijk shocked Club Brugge with a 1:1 away win despite massive 14.0 odds, while Cercle Brugge stunned Union St. Gilloise with a 1:3 away victory at 6.36 odds. Their last head-to-head saw Kortrijk edge a 2:1 win back in September 2023.

The AI predicts a 1:2 final score, with Cercle Brugge taking a 0:1 lead at halftime. Expect a tight game, but the away side’s superior squad value (€48.40m vs. €27.00m) could make the difference.

In terms of goals, under 3.5 goals at 1.28 odds is a smart bet, backed by a 6.1 confidence rating. Historically, 70.4% of Jupiler Pro League matches see over 1.5 goals, so an attacking display is likely, but a goal-fest isn’t expected.

Possession is predicted to be nearly even (51% Kortrijk, 49% Cercle Brugge), but Cercle Brugge should create more chances (16 total shots vs. 13 for Kortrijk). Expect more on-target efforts from the visitors (5 vs. 3), which strengthens the case for an away win.

Bottom line? Cercle Brugge to win or draw (X2) looks like the safest bet, while the away win (2) at 2.29 odds offers solid value. Keep it sensible, and may the odds be ever in your favor!