Zulte Waregem vs SK Beveren Predictions
Jupiler Pro League · Belgium
Zulte Waregem
Full Time
4 - 0
AI predicted 2 - 1
SK Beveren
Win Probability (1X2)
Best Value Pick
Match Result: Zulte Waregem Win
Match Result
7.5/10Clinical Zulte Waregem Stun SK Beveren 4-0 Despite Only 3 Shots
Zulte Waregem delivered a ruthless display of efficiency at the Elindus Arena, dispatching SK Beveren 4-0 in a result that defied the run of play and the underlying statistics. Despite conceding 65% possession and registering just three shots in the entire match, the hosts converted all their efforts into goals, leaving a shell-shocked Beveren to rue their profligacy and lack of cutting edge. The match saw Zulte Waregem break the deadlock in the 21st minute and double their lead before halftime. Two quickfire goals early in the second half put the result beyond doubt, as Beveren struggled to translate their dominance on the ball into meaningful opportunities. The visitors' frustration boiled over with three yellow cards, while Zulte Waregem kept their discipline and organization intact throughout.
💪 AI Prediction Report
DECENT HITPredicted
2 - 1
Actual
4 - 0
💰 Bet Results1/2 hit
Key Moments
21' — Goal
Zulte Waregem open the scoring with their first meaningful attack.
35' — Goal
Waregem double their lead, capitalizing on Beveren's defensive lapse.
55' — Goal
A swift counter sees Waregem make it 3-0 early in the second half.
60' — Goal
Waregem score their fourth, sealing the rout against the run of play.
Various' — Yellow Cards
Beveren pick up three bookings as frustration mounts.
Zulte Waregem
Zulte Waregem produced a masterclass in clinical finishing and defensive organization. Despite seeing just 35% of the ball and failing to win a single corner, they made the most of their limited attacking opportunities, scoring four times from three shots on target. The back line remained composed under sustained pressure, conceding only one shot on target and committing just three fouls all match. Their discipline and compactness frustrated Beveren and allowed them to hit with devastating effect on the break.
Key Players
Strengths
Weaknesses
SK Beveren
SK Beveren controlled the tempo and territory for long stretches, enjoying 65% possession and winning three corners. However, their attacking play was toothless, mustering only five shots and a solitary effort on target. The midfield, led by Christian Brüls and Ferre Slegers, circulated the ball well but failed to break down a resolute Zulte Waregem defense. Defensive lapses and frustration led to three yellow cards, compounding a miserable afternoon for the visitors.
Key Players
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Tactical Analysis
Zulte Waregem set up in a compact 4-3-2-1, prioritizing defensive solidity and quick transitions. Their midfield trio shielded the back four effectively, while the two advanced midfielders supported lone striker Anosike Ementa in launching rapid counter-attacks. Without the ball, Waregem stayed narrow and disciplined, frustrating Beveren’s attempts to play through the lines. SK Beveren’s 4-1-4-1 formation allowed them to dominate possession and push numbers into midfield, but their lack of width and incisiveness in the final third left them toothless. The single pivot, Sieben Dewaele, struggled to protect the defense from Waregem’s direct breaks, and the fullbacks were often exposed when caught high up the pitch. Set pieces offered little threat, and tactical adjustments failed to alter the momentum once Waregem’s lead grew.
Turning Point
The third goal in the 55th minute killed off Beveren’s hopes and cemented Waregem’s dominance despite their limited attacking forays.
Man of the Match
Anosike Ementa
Led the line superbly, directly involved in Waregem's ruthless attacking display and pivotal in converting limited chances into goals.
Zulte Waregem vs SK Beveren: Match Preview
Zulte Waregem come into this match in buoyant mood, having pieced together a five-match unbeaten run that includes four wins and a draw. Their late rally to beat Genk in the league opener showcased both resilience and attacking depth, with Ake and Hedl continuing their strong pre-season form. Beveren, meanwhile, are searching for answers after a patchy pre-season and an opening-day defeat at Antwerp, where defensive lapses again proved costly. With Zulte Waregem sitting seventh and Beveren down in thirteenth after just one round, the hosts have an early chance to build real momentum.
On the tactical front, Zulte Waregem's attack has been relentless, averaging 2.4 goals per game in their last five and scoring in every match. Their high first-half goal output (six in five matches) suggests they start on the front foot, while defensive frailties remain—no clean sheets in that span. Beveren's back line has struggled, conceding 2.2 per game, and their attack has been patchy, failing to score in one of their last five. Set-piece numbers are low on both sides, so open play is likely to decide this contest, and with both teams conceding regularly, another high-scoring affair is on the cards.
The model expects Zulte Waregem's momentum and attacking output to make the difference, especially given their strong home record in this fixture. While Beveren have the tools to trouble a leaky Waregem defence, the hosts' form and H2H dominance point to a 2-1 victory, with goals likely at both ends and the decisive moments arriving before the hour mark.
How Zulte Waregem and SK Beveren Are Arriving
Form, fitness and who's likely to start.
Zulte Waregem vs SK Beveren 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.
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Zulte Waregem are on a roll, unbeaten in five with four wins and a draw, and have scored at least twice in every match during this run. Their comeback win over Genk in the league opener signals a side brimming with confidence. SK Beveren, meanwhile, have lost three of their last five and conceded two or more in each defeat, with their only recent win coming in a friendly against FC Eindhoven. The contrast in momentum is stark, and Waregem's trajectory is clearly upward.
Zulte Waregem vs SK Beveren — Last 3 Matches
Strengths
- +Solid recent form — 3+ wins in last 5
- +Prolific attack — 2.0 goals/game (last 5)
- +66.67% clean sheet rate this season
- +Over 2.5 goals in 66.67% of games this season
Strengths
- +Solid recent form — 3+ wins in last 5
- +Over 2.5 goals in 66.67% of games this season
Zulte Waregem vs SK Beveren Prediction Confidence at a Glance
How strongly the model leans on each market.
Stats Worth Knowing
The numbers behind Zulte Waregem vs SK Beveren that most previews miss.
- 1Zulte Waregem have scored in every match of their current five-game unbeaten run, averaging 2.4 goals per game.
- 2All five of Waregem's recent matches have seen both teams score, and both sides have seen over 2.5 goals in 100% of their league games so far.
- 3Waregem have won four of the last five home H2H meetings, including a 4-0 victory in the most recent clash at Elindus Arena.
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Over 2.5 Goals
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BTTS: Yes
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Likely Scores
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The Case For This Zulte Waregem vs SK Beveren Prediction
Zulte Waregem enter this fixture riding a wave of momentum, having strung together four wins and a draw in their last five outings, including a spirited late turnaround against Genk and a series of high-scoring friendlies. SK Beveren, by contrast, have stumbled through pre-season with three losses in five and opened their league campaign with a 2-1 defeat at Antwerp, raising questions about their defensive solidity and ability to match the league's sharper attacks. Statistically, Waregem's attack is humming—2.4 goals per game over their last five, with multiple contributors (Ake, Hedl, Claes) and a knack for late goals, as seen in their 82nd and 86th minute strikes against Genk. Beveren's defence has shipped 2.2 goals per match in the same period, and they've managed just one clean sheet. Both teams have a habit of starting quickly: six first-half goals for Waregem and two for Beveren in their last five, suggesting an open, front-footed encounter. Set-piece threat is muted, with neither side averaging more than 1.2 corners per game recently. Given the contrast in form and Waregem's historical dominance at home (six wins in the last ten H2H, including a 4-0 last time), the model expects the hosts to edge a lively contest. Defensive lapses on both sides should yield goals, but Waregem's current momentum and attacking variety tip the balance in their favour.
Key Factors at a Glance
Recent Form
- →Zulte Waregem are unbeaten in five, with four wins and a draw (form: WWDWW), and have scored in every match.
Defence
- →SK Beveren have conceded at least two goals in three of their last five and lost their only league match so far.
- →Waregem have not kept a clean sheet in their last five, but have averaged 2.4 goals per game in that stretch.
Where the Model Sees Value: Zulte Waregem vs SK Beveren(3)
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Match Result: Zulte Waregem Win
Zulte Waregem have won four of their last five matches (form string: WWDWW), including a comeback win over Genk and a 4-0 rout of Beveren in their most recent home H2H. Their attack is averaging 2.4 goals per game across this run, while Beveren have lost three of their last five and conceded at least two in all three defeats.
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Over/Under 2.5: Over 2.5
Both sides have seen over 2.5 goals in 100% of their league games so far, and Zulte Waregem's last five have averaged exactly four goals per match. Defensive frailties on both sides (Waregem: 0 clean sheets in five; Beveren: 2.2 conceded per match in last five) point to another high-scoring contest.
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BTTS: Yes
Both teams have scored in all five of Zulte Waregem's last five matches, and three of Beveren's last five. Neither side has kept a clean sheet in the league yet, and their last H2H at this venue finished 4-0 but previous meetings have regularly seen both sides on the scoresheet.
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🚩 Zulte Waregem vs SK Beveren Corners Prediction
medium confidenceOur corners model projects roughly 4.4 corners for Zulte Waregem and 4.8 for SK Beveren, for an expected total of 9.2. That makes the model lean Under 9.5 corners (56%). Over 8.5: 57% · Over 10.5: 32%.
What History Says: Zulte Waregem vs SK Beveren
Zulte Waregem have dominated recent head-to-head meetings, winning six of the last ten and four of the last five at home, including a 4-0 rout in their most recent Elindus Arena encounter. High-scoring games are common, with five of the last ten meetings producing four or more goals. Beveren's only recent success came away in early 2024, but overall, Waregem's home advantage has been decisive.
Zulte Waregem vs SK Beveren Head-to-Head History
Last 10 meetings between these sides
7
Zulte Waregem wins
1
Draws
2
SK Beveren wins
Where the Model Disagrees with the Odds: Zulte Waregem vs SK Beveren
With no bookmaker odds available, value cannot be directly calculated, but model probabilities strongly favour Zulte Waregem and high goal totals. The biggest divergence from a season-average view comes from Waregem's recent attacking surge and Beveren's defensive struggles, suggesting the market may underestimate the likelihood of a home win and over 2.5 goals if it prices based on last season's averages.
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Things to Watch: Zulte Waregem vs SK Beveren
- ⚠️Limited competitive data for both sides this season; heavy reliance on pre-season friendlies and a single league match.
- ⚠️No bookmaker odds available at time of analysis, so value edges cannot be quantified.
- ⚠️Low recent sample size for set-piece and discipline metrics; corners and cards estimates are less robust.
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Final Verdict
Zulte Waregem 2–1 SK BeverenZulte Waregem's recent surge—four wins and a draw, with 12 goals scored in five—makes them deserved favourites for this matchup, especially at home where they've historically dominated Beveren. The single strongest data point is Waregem's consistent attacking output, with multiple late goals and no sign of a scoring slowdown. The biggest risk is their ongoing defensive vulnerability (no clean sheets in five), which could allow Beveren to snatch a point if the hosts' finishing cools off or if they overcommit early.
Zulte Waregem vs SK Beveren: Common Questions
Who will win Zulte Waregem vs SK Beveren?
The model gives Zulte Waregem a 50% chance of victory, with a 28% probability for a draw and 22% for a Beveren win. Waregem's strong recent form (WWDWW) and historical home dominance over Beveren are key factors.
Will both teams score in Zulte Waregem vs SK Beveren?
There is a 62% probability of both teams scoring, as Waregem have seen BTTS in all of their last five matches and neither side has kept a clean sheet in the league so far.
Can Zulte Waregem's winning streak continue?
Zulte Waregem are unbeaten in five (four wins, one draw) and have scored at least twice in four of those games, giving them strong momentum. However, their lack of clean sheets means Beveren could pose a threat if Waregem's defence wobbles.
How This Prediction Was Made
The numbers on this page come from a structured statistical pack for Zulte Waregem vs SK Beveren: 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.
This fixture was routed to The Form Guide, the momentum specialist — weights the last five matches above everything. An AI model running that profile analyses the 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: 15 August 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.