Zulte Waregem – KV Mechelen

Zulte Waregem host a struggling KV Mechelen on their home turf, with the hosts sitting comfortably in fifth place on 11 points after three wins, two draws and a single loss, boasting a solid 10‑4 goal difference. Mechelen, languishing at 16th with just two points from two draws and four defeats, have been unable to find the net often, managing only five goals while conceding 14. The clash pits a side that has already secured three victories against a team desperate for its first win of the campaign, making the points battle all the more crucial. If Waregem can maintain their defensive sturdiness, they should be able to extend their lead in the table, while Mechelen will need a dramatic turnaround to avoid slipping further toward the relegation zone.