Oud-Heverlee Leuven — Anderlecht : Match Preview and Prediction for September 26,2025

Leuven’s Resilience and Home Advantage

Yes, Leuven is currently in the penultimate position. But don’t be too quick to write them off. There are glimpses in their play that create significant problems for giants like Anderlecht.Consider this: striker Sory Kaba has returned to the team and immediately scored in his first match against La Louvière. This is a serious boost for an attack that was faltering. In that same lost match, Leuven had 67% possession – they know how to control the game, but according to coach David Hubert, the team lacked mental toughness, not tactical prowess.Hubert, by the way, knows Anderlecht inside out, as he is their former coach. He has already noted that the opponent’s crisis period has passed, but easy points should not be expected. And most importantly – their home stadium. Statistics scream: Leuven is unbeaten in 15 of their last 19 home matches. It’s a true fortress.

Anderlecht’s Lingering Struggles

Anderlecht seemingly broke their winless streak by defeating Gent 1-0. However, this narrow victory should not be misleading. The systemic problems for Besnik Hasi’s team have not disappeared.The main issue is their attack. Only two goals in the last five matches. Key striker Luis Vazquez is facing severe criticism in the press, being dubbed ‘Bambi on ice.’ Statistics confirm: the Argentinian has been involved in a goal only once every 184 minutes of play.Adding to this are squad losses. The participation of key midfielder Thorgan Hazard is doubtful. Another forward, Adriano Bertacchini, is injured. Given Vazquez’s struggles, this leaves the attack virtually depleted. One should also not forget the internal atmosphere: media reports suggest player dissatisfaction with the coach and his precarious position.