Gent – Anderlecht

Gent head into the clash at the Planet Group Arena as league leaders, sitting on 22 points after seven wins and a draw, boasting an impressive 15‑4 goal difference. Their opponents, Anderlecht, sit fifth with 16 points from five victories, one stalemate and two defeats, and a modest 9‑6 margin. The home side will look to extend their unbeaten run and maintain the gap at the top, while Anderlecht will need to close the six‑point deficit to keep their European hopes alive. Both teams arrive with contrasting forms, setting the stage for a potentially decisive encounter in the title race.