Gent return home in confident mood after a productive run that has kept them firmly in the upper half of the Belgian Pro League table. Goals have flowed regularly in their recent fixtures, but defensive control has often fluctuated from one half to the next.

Cercle Brugge arrive with similarly unpredictable form. Their performances have been competitive, yet results continue to swing between impressive attacking displays and costly defensive lapses. With both sides chasing momentum, this fixture carries the feel of an open contest.

Gent’s Open Patterns and Second-Half Surges

Gent’s recent matches have consistently delivered action. A 3-2 win at Charleroi was followed by a 1-3 home defeat to Leuven, while earlier results included a 1-1 draw at La Louviere, a commanding 4-0 victory at Standard Liege, and a 4-2 home win over Anderlecht. Notably, the last three Gent matches all saw both teams scoring in the second half, underlining how their games tend to open up after the interval.

The attacking approach is proactive and vertical, with full-backs pushing high and midfield runners breaking beyond the striker. However, that aggression leaves space in transition. Gent have scored 41 league goals but conceded 37, a balance that reflects entertainment more than control.

Cercle Brugge’s High Risk Approach Meets Defensive Gaps

Cercle Brugge’s recent 1-2 defeat to Club Brugge came after an impressive 4-3 win at Charleroi. Before that, they suffered a heavy 0-4 home loss to Antwerp, drew 1-1 at Genk, and secured a 2-0 away win over Westerlo. Those scorelines highlight the volatility in their performances, particularly when matches become stretched.

Their game model leans heavily on quick counter-attacks and wide progression. When pressing works, they create high-quality chances rapidly. When it fails, defensive spacing becomes an issue, especially against teams comfortable attacking centrally. Conceding 40 goals in 25 matches suggests structural vulnerabilities that aggressive opponents can exploit.

Gent vs Cercle Brugge Prediction

The best bet for this game revolves around over 3.5 goals. Gent’s recent scorelines of 3-2, 1-3 and 4-2 point towards high-scoring encounters, while Cercle Brugge’s 4-3 and 0-4 results reinforce the expectation of volatility. With both teams comfortable in open phases, another goal-heavy fixture looks likely.

There is further value in backing both teams to score in the second half. Gent’s last three matches have all produced second-half goals for both sides, reflecting their tendency to play with increased risk as matches progress. Cercle Brugge’s attacking transitions late in games add weight to that pattern continuing.

For those considering a correct score prediction, Gent 3-2 stands out. The hosts have shown the ability to score multiple goals at home, yet their defensive record makes a clean sheet unlikely. A narrow, high-scoring home win aligns with both teams’ recent trends.

Widzew Lodz host Cracovia in an Ekstraklasa clash that looks finely balanced on recent form. Both teams have shown resilience in different ways, and their recent head to head meetings suggest there is little to separate them.

The last five encounters between these sides have produced two draws. Earlier this season, Cracovia edged a 1-0 home win, while the previous meeting in Lodz ended 1-1.

Widzew Lodz Showing Mixed Form

Widzew come into this fixture after a 2-0 away win at Wisla Plock, which offered a strong response following defeats to GKS Katowice and Jagiellonia. Despite that positive result, consistency has been an issue.

At home, Widzew have struggled defensively. They conceded three goals against Jagiellonia and Korona Kielce in recent outings, although they did claim a 3-2 win over Radomiak. Clean sheets at their own ground have been rare in recent months.

However, their recent away victory could provide a confidence boost heading into this contest.

Cracovia Difficult to Break Down

Cracovia have been organised and compact, especially away from home. Their last five away league matches have produced two wins, two draws and one defeat. They have kept clean sheets at Nieciecza and Wisla Plock, while also earning a 1-1 draw at Lechia Gdansk.

Even in home fixtures, Cracovia have leaned toward tight scorelines. Recent results include 0-0 against Jagiellonia and 2-2 versus Lech Poznan. Defensive discipline has been a recurring theme.

Given their ability to control tempo and limit chances, Cracovia are unlikely to allow this match to become overly open.

Widzew Lodz vs Cracovia Prediction

The opening tip for this match is Draw at 3.30 odds. Both teams have shared points regularly in recent weeks, and their previous meeting in Lodz ended 1-1. With neither side demonstrating sustained dominance, a balanced outcome looks likely.

Both teams to score priced at 1.95 is a value bet. Widzew have conceded in four of their last five matches, while Cracovia have found the net in three of their previous four league games.

The correct score prediction is 1-1 available at 6.50 odds. Considering Cracovia’s structured approach and Widzew’s tendency to concede but still create chances at home, a scoring draw stands out as a logical result.