Jupiler Pro League· Season 2025
Match Summary
Union St. Gilloise defeated KV Mechelen 3:0. The match was played in Jupiler Pro League 2025. Goals were scored by M. Biondic 11′, A. Ait El Hadj 61′, M. Fuseini 90′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Union St. Gilloise had 43% possession while KV Mechelen held 57%. Union St. Gilloise had 14 shots (6 on target) compared to 5 (1 on target) for KV Mechelen. Expected goals: Union St. Gilloise 2.52 — KV Mechelen 0.37. Union St. Gilloise made 5 substitutions, KV Mechelen made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Union St. Gilloise and KV Mechelen — 3 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
assist: A. Khalaili
assist: M. Biondic
assist: A. Ait El Hadj
Match Statistics
Union St. Gilloise had 43% possession against KV Mechelen's 57%. Union St. Gilloise registered 14 shots (6 on target) while KV Mechelen managed 5 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 3–3. Fouls committed: 11–7.
Lineups
Union St. Gilloise lined up in a 3-4-3 formation under David Hubert, while KV Mechelen deployed a 3-4-2-1 under Frederic Vanderbiest.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Union St. Gilloise is 6.96, compared to 6.90 for KV Mechelen. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Union St. Gilloise's highest-rated starter is A. Khalaili (7.20), while KV Mechelen's best-rated player is N. Miras (7.60).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Union St. Gilloise have contributed 9 goals and 11 assists this season, led by A. Ait El Hadj (4G). KV Mechelen's starters account for 28 goals and 24 assists, spearheaded by M. van Brederode (9G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Union St. Gilloise deploy 3 defenders rated 7.02 on average, against KV Mechelen's 3-man backline averaging 6.78. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Union St. Gilloise field 5 midfielders averaging 7.04, versus KV Mechelen's 4 rated 6.87. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Union St. Gilloise start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.81, compared to 3 for KV Mechelen averaging 6.83. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages —% for Union St. Gilloise and 76% for KV Mechelen. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Union St. Gilloise's starters have collected 20 yellow cards this season, compared to 50 for KV Mechelen. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Union St. Gilloise's starting XI is 23.0 (youngest: A. Khalaili (21), oldest: R. Sykes (26)), while KV Mechelen average 23.6 (youngest: B. Boersma (20), oldest: K. Mrabti (31)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Union St. Gilloise's starters average 32 league appearances each, versus 32 for KV Mechelen. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: David Hubert
Substitutes
Coach: Frederic Vanderbiest
Rivalry since 2018
Union St. Gilloise vs KV Mechelen Head to Head Results· 16
Union St. Gilloise and KV Mechelen have met 16 times — Union St. Gilloise won 6, KV Mechelen won 7, with 3 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2018. KV Mechelen leads the head-to-head with 7 victories from 16 meetings. A combined 42 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.63 per match (20 for the home side, 22 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 8 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 9 games (56%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Union St. Gilloise are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–5 in 2019.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Union St. Gilloise have recorded 4 wins, 1 draw and 1 defeat. KV Mechelen show 1 win, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
Match Prediction
Statistical tip
Double chance: Union St. Gilloise or draw
Bookmaker Odds
Best price
Union St. Gilloise
1.47
Betano
Draw
5.20
Unibet
KV Mechelen
9.40
10Bet
Betting Odds & Historical Data
Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.
Historical data only — not for betting
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Goals in This Fixture
How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.
2.1
Average goals per game
40%
Games with 3+ goals
30%
Both teams scored
Head-to-Head Record
Even recordHistorical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.
Potential Betting Value Detected
Historical win rate (80%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (68%) — the odds may underestimate Union St. Gilloise.
Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.
Market Summary
Margin: 9.9%Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.
Implied Probability
Odds Range
| 1 | X | 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Min | 1.33 | 4.50 | 8.00 |
| Max | 1.33 | 4.50 | 8.00 |
Result vs. Market
Result matched market prediction
Match Statistics
Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.
Home Record / Away Record
Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.
Home Record: Union St. Gilloise
Away Record: KV Mechelen
Data: football-data.co.uk
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 17 May 2026