RAAL La Louvière – Cercle Brugge

The upcoming league clash at the Easi Arena pits 16th‑placed RAAL La Louvière against 17th‑placed Cercle Brugge, a meeting that could prove decisive for both sides’ survival hopes. La Louvière have gathered four points from one win, one draw and six defeats, scoring eight while conceding 18, whereas Brugge sit a point behind with three points earned solely from three draws and a goal difference of minus seven (nine for, 16 against). With both clubs languishing near the bottom of the table, a positive result is essential to climb out of the relegation zone. The fixture also offers a chance for La Louvière to improve on their modest home record, while Cercle Brugge will look to convert their unbeaten run into a first victory of the season.