Main prediction: KV Kortrijk to win the clash

Alternative tip: Royal Antwerp FC to win and both teams to score

Other market: over 10.5 corners

The season is still early days and KV Kortrijk are back on the pitch this 15/08 (Saturday).

The clash is against Royal Antwerp FC, at Guldensporenstadion, at 17:15, in the Pro League.

Only a few matches into the league so far. In their last 5 across all competitions, KV Kortrijk have won 2 time(s) and Royal Antwerp FC have won 2. KV Kortrijk are the clear favourites with a 35% chance at the sportsbooks.

See where to watch, the probable line-ups and the best prediction for KV Kortrijk vs Royal Antwerp FC.

Prediction for KV Kortrijk vs Royal Antwerp FC

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Overview KV Kortrijk vs Royal Antwerp FC

KV Kortrijk are favourites, with a 35% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a Royal Antwerp Football Club win are at 2.84 and a draw at 7.5.

In the Belgium Pro League, KV Kortrijk have 0 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 1 defeat(s), with 0 goal(s) scored and 3 conceded. The top scorer is Liam De Smet, with 0 goal(s). On the other side, Royal Antwerp FC have 1 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 0 defeat(s), with 2 goal(s) scored and 1 conceded. Michael Frey is the top scorer with 2 goal(s).

Head-to-head between KV Kortrijk and Royal Antwerp FC

In 19 clashes, Royal Antwerp FC have the advantage over KV Kortrijk: 12 win(s) against 4 and 3 draw(s). The most recent was on 15/02/2025, in the Pro League, the match score was: Royal Antwerp FC 2-1 KV Kortrijk.

This data can contextualise the predictions for KV Kortrijk vs Royal Antwerp FC, but it guarantees nothing. Each team's form must be taken into account.

Check out all the predictions for the Pro League and see all the analysis before you bet.

KV Kortrijk: current form

KV Kortrijk have played only 1 match(es) in the Pro League.

With so few matches, their recent performance speaks louder: in their last 5 matches across all competitions, there were 2 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 3 defeat(s).

In the Jupiler Pro League the situation is this:

0 win(s), 0 draw(s), 1 defeat(s)

2 win(s) in their last 5 across all competitions

1.2 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions

Top scorer: Liam De Smet (0 goal(s))

Royal Antwerp FC: current form

Meanwhile, Royal Antwerp FC have played only 1 match(es) in the Pro League.

With little data in the league, their last 5 matches across all competitions show 2 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 2 defeat(s).

In this competition, the team arrives with these numbers:

1 win(s), 0 draw(s), 0 defeat(s)

2 win(s) in their last 5 across all competitions

0.8 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions

Top scorer: Michael Frey (2 goal(s))

KV Kortrijk vs Royal Antwerp FC key players

KV Kortrijk have not yet scored in the Pro League.

But in the season, Thierry Ambrose already has 14 goal(s) on their record.

On the other side, Michael Frey is the name that frightens the most for The Great Old with 2 goal(s) in the Pro League.

In terms of playmaking, Jules Ahoka Jules leads in assists with 1. In the whole season, Vincent Janssen has accumulated 10 goal(s).

KV Kortrijk vs Royal Antwerp FC statistics in the Pro League

Few matches into the league yet. KV Kortrijk have an average of 7 corners and 1 cards per match. Royal Antwerp FC have 8 corners and 2 cards. Check the statistics for KV Kortrijk vs Royal Antwerp FC in the table below.

Home Team

KV Kortrijk Team Logo

KV Kortrijk

Belgium - Pro League

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall L W L W L

1.2

Home W W W W W

3

Away L L L D W

0.8

Away Team

Royal Antwerp FC Team Logo

Royal Antwerp FC

Belgium - Pro League

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall W W D L L

1.4

Home W W L L W

1.8

Away D L W W L

1.4

More tips for KV Kortrijk vs Royal Antwerp FC

In addition to the main prediction, see other betting markets for KV Kortrijk vs Royal Antwerp FC in the Pro League:

👉 Our prediction is: Royal Antwerp FC win or draw

Our evaluations have shown there is not much separating KV Kortrijk and Royal Antwerp FC overall. But given the extra betting edge that comes with the Double Chance market, where a win or a draw is enough to win the bet, we recommend taking Royal Antwerp FC to win or draw in this match.

With odds of 1.39, there is a good deal of value on Royal Antwerp FC to pull off a potential upset away from home against KV Kortrijk, who have not been in the best form of late.

👉 Our prediction is: KV Kortrijk to win the 1st half

KV Kortrijk has been a strong home team overall this season, and the statistics point to them being particularly quick to pounce in the opening 45 minutes. Whether that aggressive mentality is due to the energy of the home crowd or an intentional plan on the part of the manager, it has proven to be very effective.

We foresee that plan paying off once again in their match against Royal Antwerp FC, so our top tip is for KV Kortrijk to win the first half.

Correct score prediction for KV Kortrijk vs Royal Antwerp FC

The favoritism in the odds points to KV Kortrijk. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Correct result: KV Kortrijk 1-0 Royal Antwerp FC. Predicting the exact score is difficult. The odds reflect this. Play with caution.

Where to watch KV Kortrijk vs Royal Antwerp FC

Check out where to watch the live match between Royal Antwerp FC and KV Kortrijk:

Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled

Predicted line-ups for KV Kortrijk and Royal Antwerp FC

The line-ups for KV Kortrijk vs Royal Antwerp FC in the Jupiler Pro League are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.

Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.

KV Kortrijk line-up

  • 3

    Matthew Anderson

    Defender

  • 5

    James Willy Ndjeungoue

    Defender

  • 10

    Goduine Koyalipou

    Forward

  • 11

    Shandre Campbell

    Forward

  • 19

    Brecht Dejaegere

    Midfielder

  • 22

    Gilles Ruyssen

    Defender

  • 31

    Marko Ilić

    Goalkeeper

  • 35

    Lambert Boris

    Midfielder

  • 36

    Rudy Kohon

    Defender

  • 68

    Thierry Ambrose

    Forward

  • 71

    Ken Masui

    Midfielder

The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.

Royal Antwerp Football Club line-up

  • 4

    Yuto Tsunashima

    Defender

  • 6

    Jules Ahoka Jules

    Midfielder

  • 9

    Michael Frey

    Forward

  • 14

    Xander Dierckx

    Midfielder

  • 17

    Semm Renders

    Defender

  • 20

    Rein Van Helden

    Defender

  • 24

    Thibo Somers

    Midfielder

  • 25

    Modibo Fofana

    Midfielder

  • 27

    Eran Tuypens

    Defender

  • 41

    Taishi Brandon Nozawa

    Goalkeeper

  • 77

    Ibrahim Salah

    Forward

The Royal Antwerp FC starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.

Match details for KV Kortrijk vs Royal Antwerp FC

Match: KV Kortrijk vs Royal Antwerp FC

Tournament: Jupiler Pro League 2026/27

Date: 15/08/2026

Time: 17:15 (Brasília time)

Venue: Guldensporenstadion

Broadcast: none scheduled

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Published on 12 August 2026, at 20:08 Last updated on 12 August 2026, at 20:08
Author: Amauri Barbosa

Sports betting analyst with over 15 years of experience. At APWin, he writes football predictions, reviews bookmakers and explains the reasoning behind every bet.