KV Mechelen and KAA Gent face each other on Sunday 05.03.2026, at 12:30 (UK Time), in a Pro League 2025/26 match. The game will take place at KV Mechelen's home ground, the AFAS-stadion Achter de Kazerne.
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Koninklijke Voetbalclub Mechelen and Koninklijke Atletiek Associatie Gent, grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.
APWin predictions for KV Mechelen vs KAA Gent
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Over 2.5 Goals
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KV Mechelen preview
KV Mechelen heads into the match with the following record in the Pro League: in 35 matches, Koninklijke Voetbalclub Mechelen secured 12 victories, 10 draws, and 13 losses, maintaining an average of 1.31 points per game.
Taking a broader look at Koninklijke Voetbalclub Mechelen's 2025/26 season, the team has achieved a total of 12 victories so far.
KV Mechelen has been effective in the offence, scoring a total of 43 goals, of which 43 were scored in the Pro League, resulting in an average of 1.23 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Myron van Brederode, who has found the back of the net 7 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offence. Patrick Pflücke has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 8 assists.
On the defensive side, KV Mechelen has conceded 51 goals in the Pro League (an average of 1.46 per game) and 51 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.46 per match in the 2025/26 campaign.
KAA Gent preview
KAA Gent comes into the game with 35 matches played so far in the Pro League. They have secured 13 victories, 9 draws, and 13 losses, maintaining an average of 1.37 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2025/26 season, the team has recorded 13 wins, 9 draws, and 13 losses.
Koninklijke Atletiek Associatie Gent's attack has been highly effective, scoring 51 goals during this period. Of that total, 51 were netted in the Pro League, with an average of 1.46 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.46.
The Buffalos's offensive system is led by Wilfried Kanga, the team's top scorer this season. The french forward has found the back of the net 11 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Wilfried Kanga. The forward has contributed with 5 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 49 goals with an average of 1.4 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 49 goals in 35 matches, averaging 1.4 per match.
Head to head: KV Mechelen vs KAA Gent
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
KV Mechelen
Belgium - Pro League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L L L L D |
0.2 |
| Home | L L L W W |
1.2 |
| Away | L D L L W |
0.8 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 34% | 33% | 35% |
| Goals | 2.69 | 2.44 | 2.94 |
| Scored | 1.23 | 1.17 | 1.29 |
| Conceded | 1.46 | 1.28 | 1.65 |
| Both Teams to Score | 66% | 67% | 65% |
| Without Conceding | 23% | 22% | 24% |
| Failed To Score | 14% | 17% | 12% |
| 1st to Score | 60% | 72% | 47% |
|
xG
|
1.22 | 1.25 | 1.19 |
|
xGA
|
1.74 | 1.74 | 1.73 |
KAA Gent
Belgium - Pro League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L D D L D |
0.6 |
| Home | L D D W W |
1.6 |
| Away | D L W L W |
1.4 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 37% | 44% | 29% |
| Goals | 2.86 | 2.67 | 3.06 |
| Scored | 1.46 | 1.56 | 1.35 |
| Conceded | 1.4 | 1.11 | 1.71 |
| Both Teams to Score | 57% | 50% | 65% |
| Without Conceding | 26% | 33% | 18% |
| Failed To Score | 26% | 22% | 29% |
| 1st to Score | 60% | 50% | 41% |
|
xG
|
1.44 | 1.55 | 1.33 |
|
xGA
|
1.61 | 1.42 | 1.82 |
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