Mechelen Antwerp betting prediction

This is the first match in this edition of the competition for the home team, that ended the previous edition of the lower division in the 2^nd position and got the promotion. This is a team that, oddly enough, has had better results in away matches than at home, since in the last 30 matches they register 8 wins, 4 draws and 3 losses in away matches; against 7 wins, 4 draws and 4 losses at their stadium. They come to this match after a home loss against Westerlo by (1‑3). Mechelen has won 4, tied 3 and lost 3 of the last 10 home matches. Defensive consistency hasn’t been their best feature, as they have conceded at least one goal in each of the last 10 matches, but their offense has scored consistently, as they have scored at least one goal in each of the last 10 matches. There is a tendency for goals in their home matches, since 23 of the last 25 have ended with Over 1,5 goals and 20 out of 25 have ended with Over 2,5 goals. In 15 matches, they have conceded the first goal 7 times and have only turned the score around in 2.

Mechelen starts their journey in the championship at home and needs to impose themselves on the field to show their strength. The team played many friendly matches in preparation for the current season and obtained some good results, so they arrive confident for the match. In this duel, the team needs organization and strong marking in midfield, keeping the defense alert to avoid surprises from the opponent, in addition to attacking intensely and with speed to infiltrate the rival defense and reach the shot.

Confirmed Lineup: Gaëtan Coucke, Lucas Bijker, Sandy Walsh, Vinicius Costa, Jordi Vanlerberghe, Samuel Oum Gouet, Rob Schoofs, Geoffry Hairemans, Kerim Mrabti, Ferdy Druijf, Hugo Cuypers.
Coach: S. Defour.