Our prediction for this Belgium Pro League match:
All eyes will be on Stade Joseph Marien when St Gilloise and Antwerp square off against each other in the Jupiler League derby. Last time out Antwerp won the trophy on the last day of the season, but Mark van Bommel’s men failed to defend their trophy. As Antwerp have been anything but impressive on the travels of late, away win should not be considered. Both Bjorn Engels and Jean Butez continue to miss out with injuries for the visiting team.
The hosts, on the other hand, finished the regular season in the first place in the standings, but given their poor displays in the Championship group, they are unlikely to lift the silverware. Anyhow, both teams to score betting option should be considered as both sides will go for a win in Sunday’s encounter. Royale Union SG defender Fedde Leysen remains on the sidelines with injury.
Highlighted Team (Antwerp):
Founded back in 1880, Antwerp is one of the oldest clubs in Belgium. The Great Old welcome their rivals at Bosuilstadion, the venue with the capacity of 16,144 people. Antwerp are well known for their red home kits, with the team wearing white shirts and white jerseys when playing on the travels.
Over the years Antwerp have been trying to close the gap between Belgian giants Anderlecht and Club Brugge, but they have yet to win the title in the recent history. The Great Old clinched their first domestic trophy back in 1929, with the team repeating the success two years later. The third and the fourth titles came in 1944 and 1957 respectively.
Beerschot A.C. are considered the club’s fiercest rivals, but they have a rivalry with Club Brugge as well. The club chiefs had a long-term partnership with famous English club Manchester United in the past, with Antwerp taking young footballers on loan to Old Trafford.