Westerlo vs Royal Charleroi Prediction 5 April 2026
⚡️ The clash between Westerlo and Charleroi promises to be intense, given the teams' recent performances. Both sides find themselves mid-table, eager to climb higher. Westerlo display inconsistent form with occasional victories, while Charleroi struggle significantly with both scoring and defense. Read the prediction for their showdown below.
Head-to-Head
The last official clash between the teams ended with a 2-1 scoreline. Here's a comparative breakdown of the stats from that encounter (home team - Westerlo):
- possession: 46% vs 54%;
- corners: 0 vs 6;
- fouls: 10 vs 13;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 2;
- shots on target: 5 vs 2.
📊Statistical preview of official head-to-head encounters between Westerlo and Charleroi:
- 15 matches played;
- home team victories - 2, away team victories - 11, draws - 2;
- goals scored - 16 for the hosts, 29 for the visitors;
- average total goals in the first half - 1.2, in the second half - 1.8;
- average total goals per match - 3.
Head-to-head statistics Westerlo - Royal Charleroi

Westerlo Team Overview
The team's most recent official match took place in the Premier League, with Standard Liège hosting Westerlo. The game ended in a 0-0 draw.
Here are the match statistics (Westerlo vs Standard Liège):
- possession percentage: 54% vs 46%;
- corner kicks: 9 vs 6;
- fouls: 6 vs 14;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 3;
- shots on target: 3 vs 1.
Westerlo sit ninth in the table, showcasing mixed results with two wins and two draws in their last five matches. The team averages 1.2 goals per game but also shows defensive vulnerabilities, conceding around 1.33 goals per match. Their recent form highlights some positive aspects, yet consistency remains a concern. Their play is marked by moderate attacking prowess paired with noticeable defensive issues.
Match Results: Westerlo

Royal Charleroi Team Overview
The last official match for the current visitors was in the context of the First Division A, with Zulte Waregem hosting Charleroi. The match concluded with a 1-0 scoreline.
Here are the match statistics (Charleroi vs Zulte Waregem):
- possession: 63% vs 37%;
- corners: 10 vs 4;
- fouls: 8 vs 7;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 1;
- shots on target: 4 vs 3.
Charleroi find themselves in 11th place and are enduring a tough spell, with just one win in their last ten matches highlighting significant issues both in attack and defense. They average a mere 1.27 goals per game, while their defense remains highly vulnerable, conceding around two goals per match over the last ten games. This current losing streak points to a lack of confidence and organizational challenges.
Match Results: Royal Charleroi
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 15;
- home team wins - 2, away team wins - 11, draws - 2.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.07, the guests - 1.93;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 3;
- both teams scored: overall - 8; at the home team's field - 4.
Statistics: Westerlo vs Royal Charleroi
- average total in the tournament: 2.53 vs 2.67;
- average total goals scored: 1.2 vs 1.27;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.57 vs 0.7;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.63 vs 0.57;
- Westerlo: average total at home in the tournament - 1.13;
- Royal Charleroi: average total away in the tournament - 1.2;
- last 10 matches (average total): 0.8 (home - 0.6) vs 1.2 (away - 1.2).
- Under 3.5 goals scored in 12 of last 13 Westerlo games (Premier Division).
- Under 3.5 goals scored in 7 of last 8 Royal Charleroi away games (Premier Division).
Prediction on corners
Westerlo: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.3; at home field - 6.07;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.3; at home field - 5.8.
Royal Charleroi: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.77, away - 5.6;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 7.4; away - 7.8.
- Westerlo have taken over 3.5 corners in 13 of last 14 home games (Premier Division).
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 15;
- both teams scored all-time - 8 times;
- on the home team’s field - 4 times.
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:1 (32/240, 13.3%);
- Westerlo at home most often finish matches: 0:0 , 0:1 , 0:2 , 2:0 , 2:1 (2/15, 13.3%);
- Royal Charleroi away most often play: 1:0 (4/15, 26.7%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:1 - 13.57% (odds 6)
1:0 - 9.46% (odds 8.5)
0:1 - 8.67% (odds 9)
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Based on Westerlo's home game trends and the overall form of both teams, a bet on under 3.5 total goals appears to be the most reasonable prediction. The teams have shown low scoring tendencies, particularly Westerlo, who have frequently seen low-scoring outcomes (12 of their last 13 matches). Considering this season's statistics for both clubs and their lackluster performances in front of goal, the likelihood that the goal tally will remain three or fewer is quite high. A 1-1 scoreline is possible.