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Merelbeke vs Cercle Brugge 2

Belgium Belgium

National Division 1 - VV 2025/2026
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Match Events

34'
Van den Eynde A.
34'
Van den Eynde A.
45' Event
N'Guettia K.

AI Match Summary

The National Division 1 - VV 2025/2026 game between Merelbeke and Cercle Brugge 2 finished 2-1, a result that aligned with the model's pre-match lean toward Merelbeke.

Win Probability Meter

Derived from 10,000 simulations matching home advantage & form profiles

59%
Merelbeke
15%
Draws
26%
Cercle Brugge 2
Draw rate projection: 15% Favored: Merelbeke

Model Confidence

Aggregate indicator score

59% / Medium Confidence
  • Cercle Brugge 2 haven't matched Merelbeke's recent run of results.
  • Model gives Merelbeke a 59% chance of winning this.
  • Regular National Division 1 - VV 2025/2026 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

Over 0.5 Goals 99%
Over 1.5 Goals 94%
Over 2.5 Goals 78%
Over 3.5 Goals 69%
Over 4.5 Goals 31%
Both Teams To Score (BTTS) 78.2%
Merelbeke Clean Sheet 13%
Cercle Brugge 2 Clean Sheet 10%

Recent Team Form Analysis

Averages per match over historical game filters

Metric Merelbeke Cercle Brugge 2
Matches Played 28 29
Wins 12 8
Draws 2 8
Losses 14 13
Goals Scored 1.61 1.21
Goals Conceded 1.64 1.83
Expected Goals (xG) 2.06 1.69
Expected Goals Conceded (xGA) 1.10 1.40

H2H

Historical prediction success rates across key markets

Sep 6, 2026 National Division 1 - VV
Merelbeke vs Cercle Brugge 2
3:1
Feb 28, 2026 National Division 1 - VV
Merelbeke vs Cercle Brugge 2
2:1
Oct 1, 2025 National Division 1 - VV
Cercle Brugge 2 vs Merelbeke
1:0
Jan 19, 2025 National Division 1 - VV
Cercle Brugge 2 vs Merelbeke
0:0
Sep 28, 2024 National Division 1 - VV
Merelbeke vs Cercle Brugge 2
4:2

Key Player Impact Analysis

Key performers and expected goal involvement factors

Merelbeke Compare

Top Goalscorer N'Guettia K.
1 Goals
Assists Leader El Boutaibe T.
1 Ast
Avg xG / game 1.58
Avg xA / game 1.03

Cercle Brugge 2 Compare

Top Goalscorer Guellet S.
1 Goals
Avg xG / game 1.54
Avg xA / game 0.94

SokaPicks Momentum Index

Current performance index incorporating opponent strength & fatigue (0-100)

Merelbeke 84 / 100
Cercle Brugge 2 10 / 100
How it's calculated: Weighted formula of recent form points (60%), goal margin trends (20%), home/away adjustments (10%), and squad impact availability ratings (10%).

Attack & Defence Capability Index

ATTACK DEFENCE POSSESSION DISCIPLINE
Merelbeke Cercle Brugge 2

AI Prediction Engine Forecast

Simulated score frequencies and primary prediction markets

Primary Pick Merelbeke Win (1)
Secondary Pick Over 2.5 Goals or BTTS Yes
Correct Score 2:1
BTTS Outcome Yes (GG)
Over/Under Pick Over 2.5

SokaPicks Smart Insights

Historical trends and unique patterns automatically detected by our system

Cercle Brugge 2's defensive record shows goals conceded in 86% of 29 matches.

Attacking prowess: Merelbeke scored in 75% of their last 28 outings.

Games between these two average 2.80 goals.

Solid form: Merelbeke remains unbeaten in 3 of 5 recent matches.

Scoring Trends

Merelbeke VS Cercle Brugge 2
1.38 Goals Scored 1
2.38 Goals Conceded 2.75
88% Over 1.5 100%
75% Over 2.5 88%
63% Over 3.5 75%

Recent Form & Match History

Merelbeke

(Home)
27 Sept
Merelbeke
0 : 1
Eupen
20 Sept
Merelbeke
3 : 0
KRC Harelbeke
13 Sept
Belisia Bilzen
1 : 0
Merelbeke
06 Sept
Merelbeke
3 : 1
Cercle Brugge 2
28 Aug
Hoogstraten
2 : 3
Merelbeke
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Cercle Brugge 2

(Away)
27 Sept
Cercle Brugge 2
1 : 3
Tienen
19 Sept
Dessel
3 : 1
Cercle Brugge 2
13 Sept
Cercle Brugge 2
2 : 1
Knokke
06 Sept
Merelbeke
3 : 1
Cercle Brugge 2
30 Aug
Cercle Brugge 2
1 : 1
Zelzate
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League Standings

Pos Team P W D L GD Pts
1 Hasselt 30 19 5 6 76:28 62
2 Knokke 30 19 4 7 56:44 61
3 SK Roeselare 30 15 9 6 52:33 54
4 Belisia Bilzen 30 15 7 8 62:43 52
5 Hoogstraten 30 14 9 7 54:42 51
6 Thes Sport 30 14 8 8 44:34 50
7 K. Lyra-Lierse 30 12 7 11 45:44 43
8 Dessel 30 11 6 13 61:65 39
9 Tienen 30 11 5 14 38:46 38
10 Cercle Brugge 2 30 10 8 12 41:53 38
11 Merelbeke 30 11 3 16 42:49 36
12 Zelzate 30 10 6 14 52:61 36
13 Leuven B 30 10 3 17 56:64 33
14 Houtvenne 30 8 7 15 40:53 31
15 Diegem 30 7 7 16 52:69 28
16 Ninove 30 5 4 21 40:83 19
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