OH Leuven – KVC Westerlo

OH Leuven host KVC Westerlo in what promises to be a crucial clash for both sides in the lower half of the table. The hosts sit stubbornly in 17th place with just one point from six games – no wins, one draw and five defeats, and a meagre –10 goal difference (3 scored, 13 conceded). Westerlo, meanwhile, occupy 13th place, having collected seven points after two victories, one draw and three losses, but they are still struggling defensively, having let in 16 goals while scoring 13. The disparity in form suggests Leuven will need to tighten up at the back and find a way to turn their solitary point into a vital win, while Westerlo will look to build on their modest momentum and climb further up the standings. Both teams will be eager to close the gap to safety as the season progresses.