Club Brugge — Westerlo : Match Preview and Prediction for September 24,2025

Club Brugge’s Early Season Form and European Success

The Belgian vice-champion hasn’t quite hit full stride in the season yet, but Nicky Hayen’s squad certainly has time to pick up momentum. In Europe, they’ve successfully navigated Champions League qualification, securing crucial financial stability for the club. Moreover, the ‘Blue-Blacks’ commenced the main stage of the tournament with a convincing victory over Monaco.

Dominant Champions League Debut

Indeed, it was more than just a victory; it was a resounding triumph, as Club Brugge demolished the Monegasques 4-1 on their home turf. They showcased an impressive, attacking, and intense style of play, allowing Ansu Fati only a late consolation goal in the dying minutes of the match.

Recent League Performance and Squad Update

Following such a dominant performance, Club Brugge also secured a league victory last weekend. Hayen’s charges defeated Sint-Truiden 2-0, with Mechele and Tresoldi securing the win. Sint-Truiden currently sits second in the league, while the ‘Yellow-Blues’ suffered their second consecutive defeat this season after a bold start. All signs indicate that the hosts, boasting significant squad depth and quality, are improving with each game. For the upcoming match against Westerlo, Simon Mignolet, who picked up an injury against Monaco, and forward Romeo Vermant, sidelined for about a month but nearing recovery, are questionable for the hosts.

Westerlo’s League Position and Resource Disparity

Westerlo possesses considerably fewer resources compared to Club Brugge, making them a justified deep underdog in this fixture according to current odds. The visitors currently occupy 12th place in the league, which is not a terrible position for them, but they have suffered four defeats in seven rounds, alongside three victories.

Challenging Away Form and Recent Setback for Westerlo

Away games haven’t been particularly successful for Issame Charaï’s side this season, with two losses in three road matches. Furthermore, before their trip to Brugge, they suffered a 0-2 home defeat to Vincent Evrard’s Standard Liège, conceding all goals in the first half and failing to recover. The upcoming opponent will undoubtedly be significantly tougher.