Royal Charleroi vs Westerlo Prediction 16 May 2026
💫 Charleroi and Westerlo are set to face off in the upcoming round of the Belgian league. Both sides enter the match with similar form over their last 10 outings: each has picked up four wins, four losses, and two draws. Despite these parallels, Westerlo sit 10th in the table, just behind Charleroi, who occupy ninth place. Below, you'll find our prediction for this crucial clash between two teams battling for a spot in the Europa Conference League.
Head-to-Head
The most recent official meeting between these sides ended in a 2-0 scoreline. Here’s a look at the key stats from that match (Westerlo were the home team):
- Possession: 53% vs 47%;
- Corners: 5 vs 5;
- Fouls committed: 10 vs 14;
- Yellow cards: 2 vs 0;
- Shots on target: 5 vs 4.
📊Statistical preview of official head-to-head meetings between Charleroi and Westerlo:
- 16 matches played;
- Charleroi have claimed 11 wins, Westerlo have 3 victories, with 2 draws;
- Total goals scored: 29 for Charleroi, 18 for Westerlo;
- Average first-half goals: 1.19, second-half: 1.75;
- Average total goals per match: 2.94.
Head-to-head statistics Royal Charleroi - Westerlo
Royal Charleroi Team Overview
The most recent official fixture for both sides took place in the top-flight league, with Antwerp hosting Charleroi. The visitors edged out a 1-0 victory.
Here’s a breakdown of the key match stats (Charleroi vs Antwerp):
- Possession: 45% vs 55%;
- Corners: 3 vs 4;
- Fouls committed: 10 vs 16;
- Yellow cards: 3 vs 2;
- Shots on target: 2 vs 1.
Charleroi have come out on top in three of their last five matches, signaling a solid run of form. However, their season-long record highlights a degree of inconsistency: the team have lost 16 out of 37 fixtures, averaging 1.27 goals scored and 1.3 conceded per game. Over the past 10 rounds, Charleroi have neither slumped nor surged, recording four wins and four defeats. Defensively, they are solid for a mid-table side, allowing just 1.1 goals per match across those ten games. Offensively, though, they rarely manage to score more than once per outing.
Match Results: Royal Charleroi
Westerlo Team Overview
The visitors’ most recent official fixture took place in the Belgian Pro League, with Genk hosting Westerlo. Genk claimed a convincing 3-0 victory.
Here’s how the key stats break down (Westerlo vs Genk):
- Possession: 50% vs 50%;
- Corners: 3 vs 6;
- Fouls committed: 9 vs 12;
- Yellow cards: 2 vs 1;
- Shots on target: 4 vs 4.
Westerlo have maintained a consistent points tally throughout the season: 14 defeats and 13 wins after 37 rounds is a classic record for a solid mid-table side. Away from home, they rarely come up short-seven of their last eight matches on the road have ended in at least a draw, underlining their ability to manage tough fixtures away from home. Offensively, Westerlo hold a slight edge over the hosts, averaging 1.4 goals across their last ten outings.
Match Results: Westerlo
Match Outcome Prediction
Head-to-head record:
- Matches played - 16;
- Home wins - 11, Away wins - 3, Draws - 2.
- Westerlo have covered a +1.5 handicap away from home in 7 of their last 8 league matches.
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-head (average total goals):
- Home side - 1.81, Away side - 1.13;
- Overall head-to-head average - 2.94;
- Both teams have scored: overall - 8 times; at the home ground - 4 times.
Average total goals stats: Charleroi vs Westerlo
- In the league: 2.57 vs 2.73;
- Goals scored: 1.27 vs 1.3;
- First half: 0.65 vs 0.51;
- Second half: 0.62 vs 0.78;
- Charleroi at home in the league - 1.39;
- Westerlo away in the league - 1.28;
- Last 10 matches: 1.1 (home - 1.25) vs 1.4 (away - 1).
- Charleroi have scored over 1.5 goals at home in 6 of their last 7 head-to-head meetings with Westerlo (First Division).
Corner Kicks Prediction
Charleroi: Stats
- Season average corners per match - 5.38; at home - 5.56;
- Last 10 matches: average corners - 5.9; at home - 5.25.
Westerlo: Stats
- Season average corners per match - 5.05; away - 4.56;
- Last 10 matches: average corners - 5.3; away - 5.6.
- Westerlo have taken fewer than 4.5 corners in five consecutive league games.
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-head record:
- Matches played - 16;
- Both teams have scored overall - 8 times;
- At the home ground - 4 times.
Correct Score Prediction
Most frequent results (current season):
- Most common scoreline in the league: 1-1 (36/294, 12.2%);
- Charleroi’s most frequent home results: 1-1, 1-2, 2-0 (3/18, 16.7%);
- Westerlo’s most frequent away result: 2-0 (3/18, 16.7%).
Based on statistical analysis and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top three outcomes:
1-1 - 11.74% (odds: 7)
1-0 - 10.16% (odds: 10)
2-1 - 9.69% (odds: 8)
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Assessing both teams' form and this season's trends, Westerlo's consistency on the road stands out-they rarely leave away fixtures empty-handed, even when facing opponents of similar calibre. Charleroi have shown improvement in their recent home performances, but overall, the balance of power tips towards the visitors thanks to their reliable away record and knack for avoiding defeat. Our well-founded prediction is to back Westerlo to avoid defeat in this match.No comments
Betting Tips: Royal Charleroi - Westerlo
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