Zulte Waregem vs RAAL La Louvière Predictions

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Zulte Waregem

Zulte Waregem

Full Time

4 - 0

AI predicted 2 - 1

RAAL La Louvière

RAAL La Louvière

🗓️ Sunday, 26 Apr 2026 at 19:15 CEST (venue time) · 17:15 UTC (your time)📍 Elindus Arena, Waregem

Win Probability (1X2)

Zulte Waregem 50%Draw 30%RAAL La Louvière 20%

Best Value Pick

BTTS: Yes

@ 4(+22% edge)

Match Result

7.8/10

Zulte Waregem Run Riot with 4-0 Rout Over RAAL La Louvière

Zulte Waregem delivered a commanding performance at the Elindus Arena, sweeping aside RAAL La Louvière with a resounding 4-0 victory. The hosts asserted their dominance early, finding the net twice in the first half and maintaining their momentum after the break to add two more goals. With 55% possession and five shots on target, Zulte Waregem made their superiority count, while the visitors struggled to muster any real threat, registering just one shot on target all game. The match was defined by Zulte Waregem's clinical finishing and cohesive play, as they capitalized on defensive lapses from RAAL La Louvière. Despite both teams employing a 3-4-2-1 formation, it was the home side's midfield and forward line that dictated proceedings, leaving the visitors chasing shadows for much of the contest.

🔥 AI Prediction Report

CERTIFIED W

Predicted

2 - 1

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Actual

4 - 0

✅Result
✅BTTS
✅O/U 2.5
❌Score

💰 Bet Results1/2 hit

btts — yes@ 4
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1X2 — home@ 1.42
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Key Moments

13' — Goal

Jelle Vossen opens the scoring for Zulte Waregem, giving the hosts an early advantage.

25' — Goal

Anosike Ementa doubles the lead, capitalizing on sustained pressure.

64' — Goal

Marley Aké adds a third, effectively sealing the result.

74' — Goal

Jeppe Erenbjerg completes the rout with Zulte Waregem's fourth goal.

45' — Yellow Card

Laurent Lemoine (Zulte Waregem) is booked for a late challenge.

53' — Yellow Card

Djibril Lamego (RAAL La Louvière) receives a yellow card for a foul.

Zulte Waregem

Zulte Waregem

8.8/10

Zulte Waregem were in imperious form, controlling the midfield and attacking with purpose throughout the 90 minutes. Their 55% possession translated into sustained pressure, and their 12 total shots reflected a constant threat in the final third. The hosts were ruthless in front of goal, converting nearly half of their shots on target, and showed discipline at the back to keep a clean sheet, conceding just one shot on target. The defensive trio provided a solid foundation, while the midfield quartet dictated the tempo and supplied the forwards with quality service. Zulte Waregem's attacking trio took full advantage, with goals coming at regular intervals to put the result beyond doubt.

Key Players

Jelle Vossen: Scored the opening goal and set the tone for the team's dominance.
Anosike Ementa: Found the net in the first half to double the lead, keeping the pressure on the visitors.
Marley Aké: Instrumental in midfield, contributed with a goal and relentless energy.

Strengths

Clinical finishingMidfield controlDefensive solidity

Weaknesses

Conceded 6 cornersOccasional over-commitment leading to 13 fouls
RAAL La Louvière

RAAL La Louvière

4.2/10

RAAL La Louvière endured a torrid afternoon, unable to cope with Zulte Waregem's intensity and incisiveness. Despite matching the hosts' 3-4-2-1 formation, they struggled to gain a foothold in midfield, resulting in just 45% possession and a solitary shot on target from 10 attempts. Their defensive line was breached repeatedly, and the midfield failed to provide adequate cover or support for the attack. While they did manage to win six corners, these set-piece opportunities went begging, and their 15 fouls highlighted a lack of composure under pressure. The visitors' inability to convert their chances or contain Zulte Waregem's attackers ultimately led to a heavy defeat.

Key Players

Celestin De Schrevel: Despite conceding four, made several saves to prevent an even larger margin.
Samuel Gueulette: Worked hard in midfield, but struggled to influence the game amid constant pressure.

Strengths

Earned more corners than the hostsShowed some resilience in the first half despite conceding

Weaknesses

Defensive frailtiesLack of attacking threatPoor shot accuracy

Tactical Analysis

Both teams lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation, but Zulte Waregem executed their game plan with far greater efficiency. Their midfield quartet pressed aggressively, winning second balls and transitioning quickly to attack. The wing-backs provided width, stretching the RAAL La Louvière defense and creating space for the central attackers. Zulte Waregem's pressing forced turnovers, and their ability to overload the flanks led to several dangerous situations. RAAL La Louvière, meanwhile, struggled to build from the back and were often pinned in their own half. Their attempts to counter were stifled by Zulte Waregem's disciplined defensive shape. Set pieces offered brief respite, but poor delivery and organization meant they failed to capitalize on their six corners. The visitors' lack of cohesion between midfield and attack was evident, as they rarely threatened the home goal.

Turning Point

Anosike Ementa's goal in the 25th minute doubled Zulte Waregem's lead and extinguished RAAL La Louvière's hopes of a comeback.

Man of the Match

Jelle Vossen

Set the tone with the opening goal and orchestrated attacks with composure and intelligence.

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Win Probability
Zulte Waregem 53% Draw 24% RAAL La Louvière 23%

Over 2.5 Goals

52%

BTTS: Yes

53%

Likely Scores

1-1 · 1-0 · 2-1

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Zulte Waregem vs RAAL La Louvière Prediction Confidence at a Glance

How strongly the model leans on each market.

Match Result (1X2)
50%
30%
20%
Zulte Waregem 50%Draw 30%RAAL La Louvière 20%
Both Teams to Score
47%
53%
Yes 47%No 53%
Over/Under 2.5 Goals
54%
46%
Over 2.5 54%Under 2.5 46%
Corners (Over/Under 9.5)
58%
42%
Over 9.5 58%Under 9.5 42%

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The Case For This Zulte Waregem vs RAAL La Louvière Prediction

Zulte Waregem come into this match with strong momentum, unbeaten in their last four and having just beaten RAAL La Louvière away. La Louvière are on a three-game losing streak and have failed to score in three of their last five, but their underlying attacking numbers (shots, corners) indicate they are creating chances. Waregem's home record is middling but they have a slight edge in both recent form and H2H history. Expect a competitive game, with both sides likely to create opportunities and a good chance for both to get on the scoresheet.

Key Factors at a Glance

Recent Form

  • →Waregem unbeaten in last four, won last two (including at La Louvière)
  • →La Louvière on three-game losing streak, failed to score in three of last five
  • →Last five H2H: Waregem unbeaten (2W 3D), last meeting 2-0 Waregem away

Defence

  • →Both teams average over 1 goal conceded per game

Injuries & Team News

  • →No significant injuries reported

Match Context

  • →Waregem home record: W6 D4 L6, 1.31 GF/game, 1.31 GA/game
  • →La Louvière away record: W3 D6 L7, 1.13 GF/game, 1.5 GA/game

🚩 Zulte Waregem vs RAAL La Louvière Corners Prediction

medium confidence
10.3expected total corners
Over 58%
Under 42%
Over 9.5Under 9.5

Our corners model projects roughly 5.3 corners for Zulte Waregem and 5 for RAAL La Louvière, for an expected total of 10.3. That makes the model lean Over 9.5 corners (58%). Over 8.5: 70% · Over 10.5: 46%.

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How Zulte Waregem and RAAL La Louvière Are Arriving

Form, fitness and who's likely to start.

Zulte Waregem vs RAAL La Louvière Goalscorer Form

Goals scored in last 5 matches across all competitions. Rate = goals ÷ 5 games. XI badge shows player is in the expected starting lineup.

Zulte WaregemZulte Waregemlast 5 matches

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RAAL La LouvièreRAAL La Louvièrelast 5 matches

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Zulte Waregem vs RAAL La Louvière — Last 10 Matches

Zulte WaregemZulte WaregemLast 10 results
W4-0
W2-0
W2-1
D2-2
W1-0
L0-2
L0-1
L1-2
L2-4
L2-3
Wvs RAAL La Louvière4-0
W@ RAAL La Louvière2-0
W@ Dender2-1
Dvs Cercle Brugge2-2
Wvs Charleroi1-0
L@ Gent0-2
Lvs Standard Liege0-1
L@ KV Mechelen1-2
Lvs Anderlecht2-4
L@ St. Truiden2-3

Strengths

  • +4/5 wins in last 5 — excellent form
  • +Prolific attack — 2.2 goals/game (last 5)
  • +Defensively solid — 0.6 conceded/game
  • +3 clean sheets in last 5 matches
RAAL La LouvièreRAAL La LouvièreLast 10 results
L0-4
L0-2
L0-3
L0-1
D5-5
W3-1
D0-0
D1-1
L0-2
D0-0
L@ Zulte Waregem0-4
Lvs Zulte Waregem0-2
L@ Cercle Brugge0-3
Lvs Dender0-1
Dvs Genk5-5
W@ Cercle Brugge3-1
Dvs Antwerp0-0
D@ Standard Liege1-1
Lvs KV Mechelen0-2
D@ Anderlecht0-0

Concerns

  • −4/5 losses in last 5 — poor form
  • −Leaky defence — 3.0 conceded/game
  • −No clean sheets in last 5 matches

What History Says: Zulte Waregem vs RAAL La Louvière

Zulte Waregem vs RAAL La Louvière Head-to-Head History

Last 6 meetings between these sides

3

Zulte Waregem wins

3

Draws

0

RAAL La Louvière wins

50%50% draws0%
26 Apr 26Zulte Waregem vs RAAL La Louvière4-0
19 Apr 26RAAL La Louvière vs Zulte Waregem0-2
13 Dec 25Zulte Waregem vs RAAL La Louvière2-2
4 Oct 25RAAL La Louvière vs Zulte Waregem0-0
2 Feb 25RAAL La Louvière vs Zulte Waregem0-0
10 Nov 24Zulte Waregem vs RAAL La Louvière2-1

Where the Model Disagrees with the Odds: Zulte Waregem vs RAAL La Louvière

Odds from 10Bet. Positive edge = our model gives a higher probability than the odds imply. EV = expected value per £1 staked.

1X2

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Zulte Waregem Win1.5050.0%-16.7%
Draw3.4030.0%+0.6%
RAAL La Louvière Win2.4020.0%-21.7%

Over/Under 2.5

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Over 2.51.8554.0%-0.1%
Under 2.51.9046.0%-6.6%

Both Teams Score

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Yesvalue4.0047.0%+22.0%
No1.2053.0%-30.3%

Best Value Markets Found by the Model

1X2: Draw @ 3.40EV +0.020
Both Teams Score: Yes @ 4.00EV +0.880

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Things to Watch: Zulte Waregem vs RAAL La Louvière

  • ⚠️Some team stats (shots, possession) missing for Waregem last 5 matches
  • ⚠️Recent La Louvière xG not available, but shot volume is high
  • ⚠️Lineups not confirmed; late changes could impact predictions
  • ⚠️Both teams are mid-table with limited relegation risk, motivation may vary

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How This Prediction Was Made

The numbers on this page come from a structured statistical pack for Zulte Waregem vs RAAL La Louvière: recent results and scoring data for both sides, home/away splits, the head-to-head record, current league standings, known injuries and live bookmaker odds, all sourced from the API-Football data feed.

An AI model analyses that pack and produces the probabilities, predicted score and written analysis shown above. Nothing is edited by hand, and no information outside the data pack is used.

Last updated: 22 April 2026 (refreshed automatically as new team data arrives). Every prediction is scored against the real result once the match finishes — see the verified track record or read the full methodology. Football is inherently uncertain: treat this page as analysis, not advice.

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