Match Summary
KV Mechelen defeated KVC Westerlo 2:1. The match was played in Jupiler Pro League 2016. Goals were scored by S. Ganvoula 34′, Y. Croizet 45′, M. Rits 83′. 6 yellow cards were shown. KVC Westerlo had 51% possession while KV Mechelen held 49%. KVC Westerlo had 7 shots (5 on target) compared to 14 (5 on target) for KV Mechelen. KVC Westerlo made 3 substitutions, KV Mechelen made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between KVC Westerlo and KV Mechelen — 3 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
assist: R. Henkens
assist: N. Schouterden
Match Statistics
KVC Westerlo had 51% possession against KV Mechelen's 49%. KVC Westerlo registered 7 shots (5 on target) while KV Mechelen managed 14 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 2–5. Fouls committed: 10–12.
Lineups
KVC Westerlo lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under B. Peeters, while KV Mechelen deployed a 3-4-3 under A. Janković.
Defensive Solidity
KVC Westerlo deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against KV Mechelen'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
KVC Westerlo field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus KV Mechelen's 6 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
KVC Westerlo start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for KV Mechelen 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 KVC Westerlo's starting XI is 36.0 (youngest: K. Van Langendonck (36), oldest: K. Van Langendonck (36)), while KV Mechelen 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.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, KVC Westerlo have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. KV Mechelen show 3 wins, 0 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
KVC Westerlo and KV Mechelen have met 2 times — KVC Westerlo won 0, KV Mechelen won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. KV Mechelen leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 3 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.50 per match (1 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–1 in 2026.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026