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AI Match Summary
Houtvenne host Merelbeke in the National Division 1 - VV. Little to choose between these two on current form. Merelbeke have shipped 1.52 goals a game lately, while Houtvenne have conceded 1.74 and scored 1.74. Head-to-head, Houtvenne have won 1 to Merelbeke's 1, with 0 draws. They last met on Apr 11, 2026, ending 2:1. Model xG sits at 1.69 vs 1.44, favoring Houtvenne. The model's pick is Away (2) to win or Over 2.5 goals.
Win Probability Meter
Derived from 10,000 simulations matching home advantage & form profiles
Model Confidence
Aggregate indicator score
- Form's been kind to Houtvenne lately — more wins on the board than Merelbeke.
- Hard to split these two; draw probability sits at 39%.
- Regular National Division 1 - VV form gives a decent read on both sides.
- High conversion rates suggest a high-scoring game (Over 2.5 Probability: 78%).
Goal Probability Engine
Model estimations for goals markets based on xG conversion histories
Recent Team Form Analysis
Averages per match over historical game filters
| Metric | Houtvenne | Merelbeke |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 31 | 31 |
| Wins | 14 | 13 |
| Draws | 3 | 4 |
| Losses | 14 | 14 |
| Goals Scored | 1.74 | 1.58 |
| Goals Conceded | 1.74 | 1.52 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 1.69 | 1.44 |
| Expected Goals Conceded (xGA) | 1.10 | 1.40 |
H2H
Historical prediction success rates across key markets
SokaPicks Momentum Index
Current performance index incorporating opponent strength & fatigue (0-100)
Attack & Defence Capability Index
AI Prediction Engine Forecast
Simulated score frequencies and primary prediction markets
SokaPicks Smart Insights
Historical trends and unique patterns automatically detected by our system
Defensive concern: Merelbeke conceded in 84% of 31 recent games.
Games between these two average 3.50 goals.
Attacking prowess: Houtvenne scored in 71% of their last 31 outings.
Solid form: Houtvenne remains unbeaten in 3 of 5 recent matches.
Scoring Trends
Recent Form & Match History
Houtvenne
(Home)Merelbeke
(Away)League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Houtvenne | 8 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 20:8 | 21 |
| 2 | Mandel United | 8 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 13:6 | 16 |
| 3 | Leuven B | 8 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 19:14 | 16 |
| 4 | SK Roeselare | 8 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 12:4 | 15 |
| 5 | Merelbeke | 8 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 13:7 | 14 |
| 6 | Belisia Bilzen | 8 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 16:15 | 11 |
| 7 | Dessel | 8 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 16:17 | 11 |
| 8 | Knokke | 8 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 10:13 | 10 |
| 9 | Hoogstraten | 8 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 19:15 | 10 |
| 10 | Thes Sport | 8 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 12:11 | 10 |
| 11 | Tienen | 7 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 14:10 | 9 |
| 12 | Heist | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 9:12 | 8 |
| 13 | Cercle Brugge 2 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 11:17 | 8 |
| 14 | K. Lyra-Lierse | 8 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 13:19 | 6 |
| 15 | KRC Harelbeke | 8 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 6:23 | 4 |
| 16 | Zelzate | 8 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 7:19 | 3 |
