Match Summary
Gent defeated KVC Westerlo 4:2. The match was played in Jupiler Pro League 2016. Goals were scored by F. Daems 22′, J. Perbet 47′, J. Perbet 69′, D. Miličević 76′, K. Saief 87′ (pen.), E. Acolatse 88′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Gent made 3 substitutions, KVC Westerlo made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Gent and KVC Westerlo — 6 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: R. Henkens
assist: M. Simon
assist: D. Miličević
assist: K. Saief
Penalty
assist: J. Mustoe
Lineups
Gent lined up in a 3-5-2 formation under H. Vanhaezebrouck, while KVC Westerlo deployed a 4-4-2 under B. Peeters.
Defensive Solidity
Gent deploy 2 defenders rated — on average, against KVC Westerlo's 3-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Gent field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus KVC Westerlo's 5 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.
Forward Threat
Gent start 4 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for KVC Westerlo averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Age & Experience
The average age of Gent's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while KVC Westerlo average 36.0 (youngest: K. Van Langendonck (36), oldest: K. Van Langendonck (36)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Gent have recorded 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 defeats. KVC Westerlo show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Gent and KVC Westerlo have met 2 times — Gent won 1, KVC Westerlo won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Gent leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 2 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.00 per match (2 for the home side, 0 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–0 in 2025.
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1
Drawn
0
KVC Westerlo
Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026