6 August 2017 at 14:00
Match Summary
Cercle Brugge defeated KVC Westerlo 2:1. The match was played in Challenger Pro League 2017. Goals were scored by J. Naessens 26′, X. Mercier 66′, X. Mercier 85′. KVC Westerlo made 3 substitutions, Cercle Brugge made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between KVC Westerlo and Cercle Brugge — 3 goals and 0 cards recorded during the match.
Lineups
KVC Westerlo lined up in a — formation under J. Mathijssen, while Cercle Brugge deployed a — under J. Riga.
Midfield Control
KVC Westerlo field 11 midfielders averaging —, versus Cercle Brugge's 11 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Age & Experience
The average age of KVC Westerlo's starting XI is 36.0 (youngest: K. Van Langendonck (36), oldest: K. Van Langendonck (36)), while Cercle Brugge average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, KVC Westerlo have recorded 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 defeats. Cercle Brugge show 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
KVC Westerlo
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KVC Westerlo vs Cercle Brugge Head to Head Results
KVC Westerlo and Cercle Brugge have met 21 times — KVC Westerlo won 9, Cercle Brugge won 9, with 3 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2010. A combined 68 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.24 per match (33 for the home side, 35 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 13 matches (62%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 13 games (62%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Cercle Brugge are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–5 in 2023.
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Recent Meetings (21)
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