Match Summary
Gent defeated Dender 3:1. The match was played in Jupiler Pro League 2025. Goals were scored by M. Dean 11′, F. Ferraro 14′, A. Kadri 65′, W. Kanga 89′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Dender had 54% possession while Gent held 46%. Dender had 15 shots (4 on target) compared to 12 (8 on target) for Gent. Expected goals: Dender 0.71 — Gent 2.21. Dender made 5 substitutions, Gent made 5. VAR was involved: Goal Disallowed - offside (W. Kanga 68′).
Match Events
Key match events between Dender and Gent — 4 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: W. Kanga
assist: M. Sambu
assist: M. Skoras
Match Statistics
Dender had 54% possession against Gent's 46%. Dender registered 15 shots (4 on target) while Gent managed 12 (8 on target). Corner kicks: 6–3. Fouls committed: 12–5.
Lineups
Dender lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Yannick Ferrera, while Gent deployed a 3-4-1-2 under Rik De Mil.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Dender is 6.72, compared to 6.99 for Gent. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Dender's highest-rated starter is Bryan Goncalves (6.87), while Gent's best-rated player is Davy Roef (7.24).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Dender have contributed 9 goals and 7 assists this season, led by Roman Kvet (5G). Gent's starters account for 14 goals and 15 assists, spearheaded by Wilfried Kanga (10G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Dender deploy 4 defenders rated 6.75 on average, against Gent'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
Dender field 5 midfielders averaging 6.70, versus Gent's 4 rated 6.98. 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
Dender start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Gent averaging 6.81. 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.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 76% for Dender and 77% for Gent. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Dender's starters have collected 27 yellow cards this season, compared to 16 for Gent. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Dender's starting XI is 25.1 (youngest: Noah Mbamba (20), oldest: Bryan Goncalves (29)), while Gent average 25.7 (youngest: Tibe De Vlieger (20), oldest: Davy Roef (31)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Dender's starters average 26 league appearances each, versus 24 for Gent. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Dender have recorded 0 wins, 2 draws and 4 defeats. Gent show 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Dender and Gent have met 1 times — Dender won 0, Gent won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Gent leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 3 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (0 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–0 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 23 Mar 2026