Predictions for the Pro League game RSC Anderlecht vs. KVC Westerlo
RSC Anderlecht - KVC Westerlo betting tip & best odds | 31.10.2026
Saturday’s Pro League Matchday 10 meeting brings RSC Anderlecht and KVC Westerlo to Lotto Park, with kick-off scheduled for 20:45 on 31 October 2026. Anderlecht are fifth on 16 points, while seventh-placed Westerlo have 14. Nicolas Laforge is the referee. Our main prediction is a home win, with both teams also tipped to score.
Our betting tips for Anderlecht vs Westerlo
The numbers point to an intriguing contest: Anderlecht have the stronger home record, but Westerlo arrive in better recent form and have shown they can score freely. These are our two football betting tips today:
- Home win — RSC Anderlecht (Tip 1), odds: 1.59. Anderlecht have won three and drawn one of their four league matches at Lotto Park, remaining unbeaten at home. That record gives them a solid platform against a Westerlo side that has lost two of four away fixtures. The visitors’ recent results make this a challenging prediction rather than a certainty, but home advantage and Anderlecht’s position in the table make the hosts our preferred 1/X/2 selection.
- Both teams to score — Yes, odds: 1.53. Westerlo have scored 24 goals and conceded 21 in nine league matches, a profile that suggests open games at both ends. Their latest outing finished 4–4, while Anderlecht’s overall league goal difference is 9:10. The home side will be looking for a response after a heavy defeat, and Westerlo have enough attacking threat to find a goal even if Anderlecht take control. This is our second sports betting tip, though the recent 0–4 head-to-head result is a reminder that the market is never guaranteed.
Best odds and bookmaker options
The listed price for an Anderlecht win is 1.59 at Afropari. For the draw, 1win offers 4.62, while an away victory is priced at 5.13 with 1win. In the both-teams-to-score market, Bet365 lists Yes at 1.53, and 1win offers 2.47 for No. These prices broadly match our view: Anderlecht are favourites, but Westerlo’s scoring form makes the goals market worth considering. Our experience comparing bookmakers is that odds and available markets can vary, so checking the latest prices before placing a bet is sensible. For more options, see our guide to betting sites. Odds are subject to change.
RSC Anderlecht performance check
Anderlecht begin Matchday 10 in fifth place with 16 points from nine matches: five wins, one draw and three defeats. Their league goal tally stands at nine scored and 10 conceded. Those figures indicate that, despite their position, they have not consistently dominated games or kept opponents quiet. The home record is a more reassuring part of the picture. They have won three and drawn one of their four league fixtures at Lotto Park, with no home defeats so far.
Their latest result was a 0–4 away loss to KAA Gent, a difficult setback that will put the defence under scrutiny. It also leaves them with three defeats in their last five matches across all competitions, alongside two wins and no draws. A return to home surroundings could help them reset, but they will need greater defensive organisation and sharper finishing than they showed in that loss. Coach Vítor Bruno will be tasked with restoring confidence while making sure the side does not become exposed against a Westerlo team that has been prolific.
Westerlo arrive with attacking momentum
KVC Westerlo sit seventh with 14 points, just two behind Anderlecht. Their record of four wins, two draws and three defeats is close to the hosts’ overall return, but their goal numbers stand out: 24 scored and 21 conceded. That balance suggests an adventurous side capable of creating chances, although the number conceded also points to defensive vulnerability.
Westerlo’s form over their last five matches is strong: four wins and one draw, with no defeats. Their most recent match, however, was a dramatic 4–4 home draw against SK Beveren. Scoring four goals is an encouraging sign of attacking capacity, but conceding four will concern coach Issame Charaï. On the road, Westerlo have won two and lost two of their four league games, with no draws. That mixed away record is less imposing than Anderlecht’s unbeaten home run, and it could prove important in this matchup.
The last direct duels
The most recent meeting between these teams ended in a 4–0 home win for Westerlo, both in all competitions and in the Pro League. That result gives the visitors a recent head-to-head success to draw confidence from, although it does not by itself determine how this fixture will unfold. Across the last five meetings in all competitions, the record is even: Anderlecht have won twice, Westerlo have also won twice, and one game ended level.
That balanced sequence offers little reason to treat either side as a clear historical favourite. The latest emphatic Westerlo victory is notable, but the current venue changes the context. Anderlecht have been difficult to beat at Lotto Park this season, while Westerlo’s away performances have included two losses. The matchup therefore combines a recent result that favours the visitors with home and season-long indicators that lean towards Anderlecht.
Match conclusion and final prediction
Anderlecht’s home record is the strongest argument for backing the hosts. They have not lost at Lotto Park in the league and will be eager to respond to their 0–4 defeat at Gent. Westerlo, meanwhile, have the better run of recent results and a much higher goal total, but their 4–4 draw last time out underlined how open their matches can become. Their away record also leaves room for doubt.
Our main prediction is a home win for RSC Anderlecht, with the hosts’ home advantage edging the contest despite Westerlo’s current momentum. The second selection is Both teams to score: Yes, based on Westerlo’s attacking output and the defensive concerns shown by both sides. Anyone following these picks should remember that football outcomes are uncertain and stake responsibly.
Looking ahead to football tips for tomorrow
If you are planning beyond this fixture, our football tips for tomorrow can help you explore more upcoming matches and markets. Compare the available odds, consider each team’s form and circumstances, and treat any prediction as an informed opinion rather than a guarantee.
Performance
RSC Anderlecht performance of the last 6 home matches
KVC Westerlo performance of the last 4 away matches
Current Standing
| POS | TEAM | PTS | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD |
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1
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FC Bruges
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27 | 10 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 26 | 8 | 18 |
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2
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KAA Gent
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25 | 9 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 19 | 4 | 15 |
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3
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Union Saint-Gilloise
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23 | 9 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 27 | 6 | 21 |
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4
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Sporting Charleroi
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21 | 9 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 16 | 10 | 6 |
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5
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RSC Anderlecht
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16 | 9 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 10 | -1 |
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6
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KRC Genk
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15 | 9 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 18 | 13 | 5 |
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7
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KVC Westerlo
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14 | 9 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 24 | 21 | 3 |
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8
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Lommel SK
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12 | 9 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
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9
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Standard Lüttich
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11 | 9 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 14 | 15 | -1 |
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10
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SV Zulte Waregem
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11 | 10 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 12 | 16 | -4 |
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11
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Royal Antwerp FC
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10 | 9 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 15 | 20 | -5 |
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12
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SK Beveren
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10 | 9 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 12 | 18 | -6 |
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13
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Sint-Truidense VV
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8 | 9 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 17 | 19 | -2 |
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14
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RAA La Louviére
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7 | 9 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 11 | 18 | -7 |
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15
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KV Mechelen
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6 | 8 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 9 | 17 | -8 |
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16
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Oud-Heverlee Leuven
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6 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 16 | -8 |
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17
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Cercle Brugge
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3 | 9 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 11 | 21 | -10 |
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18
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KV Kortrijk
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3 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 2 | 18 | -16 |
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