Union Saint-Gilloise vs Royal Antwerp Prediction 21 February 2026
⚡️ Union Saint-Gilloise continue to impress with their consistency and strong performances at home. The team sits atop the standings and aims to solidify their position. Antwerp, on the other hand, show inconsistent results, particularly in away matches. How will their clash end? Read the prediction below.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams ended in a 1-1 draw. Here's a comparative breakdown of that encounter (home team - Antwerp):
- possession: 43% vs 57%;
- corner kicks: 2 vs 5;
- fouls: 9 vs 16;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 3;
- shots on target: 4 vs 7.
📊Statistical preview of the official encounters between Union Saint-Gilloise and Antwerp:
- 25 matches played;
- home wins - 9, away wins - 9, draws - 7;
- goals scored - 35 for Union, 33 for Antwerp;
- average first-half total - 1.36, second-half total - 1.36;
- average total goals per match - 2.72.
Head-to-head statistics Union Saint-Gilloise - Royal Antwerp

Union Saint-Gilloise Team Overview
The team's last official match took place in the Premier League tournament, with Standard Liège hosting Union Saint-Gilloise. The game ended in a 1-1 draw.
Here are the match statistics (Union Saint-Gilloise vs Standard Liège):
- possession: 67% vs 33%;
- corner kicks: 5 vs 3;
- fouls: 16 vs 8;
- yellow cards: 4 vs 4;
- shots on target: 3 vs 2.
Union Saint-Gilloise are in the hunt for the championship title, currently sitting at the top of the league. Their recent form is impressive, with three wins and two draws in their last five matches, showcasing their high level of competitiveness. They boast an average of 1.64 goals per game while conceding a minimal 0.56 goals on average. The team effectively utilizes rapid counterattacks and a well-organized defense to achieve success on the pitch.
Match Results: Union Saint-Gilloise

Royal Antwerp Team Overview
The last official match for the current visitors took place in the Premier League tournament, featuring Antwerp as the home team and Westerlo as the visitors. The match concluded with a 0-2 scoreline.
Here is the match statistics (Antwerp vs Westerlo):
- ball possession: 44% vs 56%;
- corner kicks: 4 vs 2;
- fouls: 16 vs 15;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 4;
- shots on target: 1 vs 8.
Antwerp are facing challenges this season, currently sitting in 11th place in the standings. Away matches have been particularly tough for them, with the team losing three of their last five games and conceding an average of 1.5 goals per match. Nevertheless, they strive to capitalize on their chances in front of the opponent's goal and maintain attacking momentum even on the road, averaging 1.12 goals per game.
Match Results: Royal Antwerp
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 25;
- First-half wins at home for hosts - 5; for visitors away - 3; number of draws - 4;
- Average first-half total: 1.36;
- Today's home team scores on average 0.56, while the visitors net 0.8.
First-Half Stats: Union Saint-Gilloise (home) vs Royal Antwerp (away)
- matches played in the tournament: 12 vs 12;
- wins: 7 (58.33%) vs 2 (16.67%);
- losses: 1 (8.33%) vs 5 (41.67%);
- draws: 4 (33.33%) vs 5 (41.67%);
- Average goals scored: 1.08 vs 1;
- Average goals conceded: 0.25 vs 0.58.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- wins: 3 vs 3;
- losses: 1 vs 5;
- draws: 6 vs 2;
- Average first-half total: 0.9 (scored - 0.6, conceded - 0.3) vs 1.5 (scored - 0.7, conceded - 0.8).
- Union Saint-Gilloise scored in the 1st half in last 5 home games against Royal Antwerp.
- Union Saint-Gilloise scored in the 1st half in 6 of last 7 home games.
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 25;
- home team wins - 9, away team wins - 9, draws - 7.
Statistics: Union Saint-Gilloise vs Royal Antwerp
- matches played in the tournament: 25 vs 25;
- wins: 15 vs 8;
- win percentage: 60% vs 32%;
- losses: 2 vs 11;
- draws: 8 vs 6.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 6 vs 4;
- losses: 1 vs 5;
- draws: 3 vs 1.
- Union Saint-Gilloise have won in 13 of last 14 home games (Premier Division).
- Union Saint-Gilloise have won in last 6 home games.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.4, the guests - 1.32;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.72;
- both teams scored: overall - 12; at the home team's field - 7.
Statistics: Union Saint-Gilloise vs Royal Antwerp
- average total in the tournament: 2.2 vs 2.24;
- average total goals scored: 1.64 vs 1.12;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.64 vs 0.6;
- average total in the 2nd half: 1 vs 0.52;
- Union Saint-Gilloise: average total at home in the tournament - 2.17;
- Royal Antwerp: average total away in the tournament - 0.75;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.2 (home - 1.8) vs 1.1 (away - 1.25).
- Union Saint-Gilloise have conceded in 7 of last 8 home games against Royal Antwerp (Premier Division).
Prediction on corners
Union Saint-Gilloise: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.92; at home field - 6.42;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5; at home field - 5.
Royal Antwerp: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.16, away - 3.58;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.9; away - 6.25.
- Union Saint-Gilloise have taken under 5.5 corners in last 5 games against Royal Antwerp.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 25;
- both teams scored all-time - 12 times;
- on the home team’s field - 7 times.
Statistics: Union Saint-Gilloise vs Royal Antwerp
- number of matches played in the tournament: 25 vs 25;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 11 vs 11;
- number of BTTS matches for Union Saint-Gilloise at home - 3 (25%);
- number of BTTS matches for Royal Antwerp away - 2 (17%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 3 vs 3;
- BTTS matches for Union Saint-Gilloise at home - 2 (40%);
- BTTS matches for Royal Antwerp away - 0 (0%).
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:1 (30/200, 15%);
- Union Saint-Gilloise at home most often finish matches: 2:0 (5/12, 41.7%);
- Royal Antwerp away most often play: 1:0 , 2:0 (3/12, 25%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:0 - 16.41% (odds 6)
2:0 - 12.9% (odds 6.5)
2:1 - 10.18% (odds 7.5)
⭐ Editor's Prediction
In their head-to-head encounters, both teams emphasize strict game discipline and risk minimization in defense, often resulting in tight, low-scoring matches. Union Saint-Gilloise and Antwerp are well aware of each other's strengths, so as they battle for top positions, defensive reliability and midfield density will take precedence. The high stakes will likely lead the coaches to adopt cautious tactical approaches, favoring secure ball control without unnecessary risks in the final third. Considering these factors and the goalkeepers' ability to make crucial saves, betting on under 2.5 goals emerges as the most likely scenario for this match.