Jupiler Pro League· Kick-off : Saturday, October 10, 2026, 19:45 (UK time)
Zulte Waregem vs Gent prediction: correct score and AI tips
Match analysis
Jupiler Pro League, matchday 8: Zulte Waregem vs Gent kicks off on Saturday, October 10, 2026 at 19:45 (UK time). Venue: Elindus Arena, Waregem. Nothing is settled in advance: the AI gives Zulte Waregem 37%, Gent 37% and the draw 26%. The most likely correct score is 1-1 (12.4%), ahead of 1-0 (9.3%) and 0-1 (9.3%).
Over their last 5 matches, Zulte Waregem have 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat, scoring 8 and conceding 3. Gent are unbeaten in their last 5 matches (4 wins, 1 draw), scoring 10 and conceding 4. Recent momentum is clearly with Gent. On average Zulte Waregem score 1.60 and concede 0.60 goals per game; Gent score 2.00 and concede 0.80. In the table, Zulte Waregem sit 6th with 11 points from 7 games, Gent 2nd with 19 points from 7. The two teams are close in the standings. Over their recent games, Zulte Waregem have averaged 1.53 xG (expected goals) per match, against 1.16 for Gent.
In the last 2 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 1 win for Zulte Waregem, 1 for Gent and 0 draws. The most recent ended Gent 2-0 Zulte Waregem (Mar 13, 2026). In double chance terms, "Zulte Waregem or draw" stands at 63%, "Gent or draw" at 63% and "no draw" at 74%.
In short : An evenly-matched game between Zulte Waregem and Gent: our model sees no clear favourite. On recent form, Zulte Waregem have 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss in 5 while Gent are in good shape (4 wins in 5). Both teams could find the net (BTTS at 54%).
Outcome probabilities (1X2)
Double chance
Most likely correct scores
Scores shown as Zulte Waregem – Gent. 1-1 is the single most likely scoreline (12.4%); the 5 scores below add up to 47% of all outcomes, which is why an exact score remains hard to call.
| Score | Probability |
|---|---|
| Zulte Waregem 1-1 Gent | 12.4% |
| Zulte Waregem 1-0 Gent | 9.3% |
| Zulte Waregem 0-1 Gent | 9.3% |
| Zulte Waregem 2-1 Gent | 8.2% |
| Zulte Waregem 1-2 Gent | 8.2% |
Goals: both teams to score, over/under
The model expects 2.66 goals in total (1.33 for Zulte Waregem, 1.33 for Gent): over 2.5 goals has a 50% probability and both teams to score 54%. Zulte Waregem keep a clean sheet in 26% of scenarios, Gent in 26%.
| Probability | |
|---|---|
| Zulte Waregem expected goals | 1.33 |
| Gent expected goals | 1.33 |
| Both teams to score | 54% |
| Over 1.5 goals | 74% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 50% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 28% |
| Zulte Waregem clean sheet | 26% |
| Gent clean sheet | 26% |
Recent form
Latest matches in all competitions, at the time of the prediction.
Zulte Waregem
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 13, 2026 | Charleroi · Jupiler Pro League | 0-1 | L |
| Sep 6, 2026 | Kortrijk · Jupiler Pro League | 2-0 | W |
| Aug 30, 2026 | KVC Westerlo · Jupiler Pro League | 2-2 | D |
| Aug 22, 2026 | SK Beveren · Jupiler Pro League | 4-0 | W |
| Aug 15, 2026 | Union St. Gilloise · Jupiler Pro League | 0-0 | D |
Gent
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 13, 2026 | Genk · Jupiler Pro League | 1-1 | D |
| Sep 6, 2026 | Cercle Brugge · Jupiler Pro League | 3-0 | W |
| Sep 3, 2026 | OH Leuven · Jupiler Pro League | 1-0 | W |
| Aug 30, 2026 | Club Brugge KV · Jupiler Pro League | 2-1 | W |
| Aug 27, 2026 | Hibernian · UEFA Conference League | 3-2 | W |
Standings before the match
| Pos. | Points | Played | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zulte Waregem | 6 | 11 | 7 |
| Gent | 2 | 19 | 7 |
Head-to-head
| Date | Score | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 13, 2026 | Gent 2-0 Zulte Waregem | Jupiler Pro League |
| Oct 19, 2025 | Zulte Waregem 4-1 Gent | Jupiler Pro League |
Out and doubtful
Zulte Waregem
No absences reported.
Gent
No absences reported.
Most regular starters
Zulte Waregem
Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).
- A. Ementa5/5
- E. Lofolomo5/5
- J. Kiilerich5/5
- L. Bostyn5/5
- L. Lemoine5/5
- M. Ake5/5
- T. Claes5/5
- Y. Cappelle5/5
- F. Tangala4/5
- T. Hedl4/5
- Z. Atrok3/5
Gent
Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).
- C. Burgess5/5
- D. Roef5/5
- J. Vergara5/5
- M. Delorge5/5
- M. Ngom5/5
- M. Sonko5/5
- S. Van Der Heyden5/5
- T. Araujo5/5
- K. Wilson3/5
- T. De Vlieger3/5
- L. Benes2/5
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Zulte Waregem vs Gent prediction?
Our AI gives Zulte Waregem a 37% chance of winning, the draw 26% and Gent 37%. Zulte Waregem are therefore slight favourites.
What is the most likely correct score for Zulte Waregem vs Gent?
1-1 (12.4%), followed by 1-0 (9.3%), 0-1 (9.3%), 2-1 (8.2%) and 1-2 (8.2%).
Will both teams score in Zulte Waregem vs Gent?
The probability that both Zulte Waregem and Gent score is 54%. Zulte Waregem have a 26% chance of keeping a clean sheet, Gent 26%.
How many goals should we expect in Zulte Waregem vs Gent?
The model expects 2.66 goals (1.33 for Zulte Waregem, 1.33 for Gent). Probabilities: over 1.5 goals 74%, over 2.5 goals 50%, over 3.5 goals 28%.
When and where is Zulte Waregem vs Gent played?
Saturday, October 10, 2026 at 19:45 (UK time), Jupiler Pro League, matchday 8. Venue: Elindus Arena, Waregem.
What form are Zulte Waregem and Gent in?
Zulte Waregem: 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat in their last 5 matches (8 scored, 3 conceded). Gent: 4 wins, 1 draw and 0 defeats in their last 5 matches (10 scored, 4 conceded).
What is the head-to-head record between Zulte Waregem and Gent?
In the last 2 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 1 win for Zulte Waregem, 1 for Gent and 0 draws. The most recent ended Gent 2-0 Zulte Waregem (Mar 13, 2026).
How is the Zulte Waregem vs Gent prediction calculated?
The model estimates each team's expected goals (1.33 for Zulte Waregem, 1.33 for Gent) from recent form, xG and standings, then applies a Poisson distribution: every possible score gets a probability, from which the 1X2, correct score, both teams to score and total goals are derived. Every figure is calculated, none is made up.
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