RSC Anderlecht v SV Zulte Waregem preview, prediction, head-to-head, team news, possible line-ups, and betting tips

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4 Minutes Read
August 9, 2025

A classic Belgian Pro League encounter is scheduled for this weekend as giants RSC Anderlecht welcome the newly-promoted SV Zulte Waregem to the illustrious Lotto Park in Brussels. Anderlecht, aiming to launch a serious title challenge this season, will see this as a must-win home fixture to continue their strong start. For Zulte Waregem, this daunting away trip represents the immense challenge of the top flight and a chance to prove they belong.

This home vs away match preview is a dream for goals-based betting. Historically, this fixture is an absolute goal-fest, especially at Lotto Park. While Anderlecht are the heavy favourites to win, Zulte Waregem’s knack for getting on the scoresheet in these encounters makes markets like Over/Under and Both Teams to Score highly appealing for punters looking for action.

RSC Anderlecht vs SV Zulte Waregem Match Preview/Betting Preview

Team Recent Form

(Based on all competitions in the new 2025/26 season)

RSC Anderlecht: WLWWW SV Zulte Waregem: WLDLL

Key Stats

There have been an incredible 42 goals scored in the last 9 meetings between these two clubs at Lotto Park, an average of 4.67 goals per game.
RSC Anderlecht are undefeated in their last 17 home matches against Zulte Waregem.
Both teams have scored in 8 of the last 9 encounters at this venue.

Correct Score Prediction

My correct score prediction is a 4-1 victory for RSC Anderlecht. History overwhelmingly points to a high-scoring home win in this fixture. Anderlecht’s attack is one of the most potent in the league, and they traditionally run riot against Zulte Waregem at Lotto Park. While the visitors often manage to grab a consolation goal, their defence, newly adjusted to the top flight, will likely be unable to contain the relentless pressure from Anderlecht’s forwards for the full 90 minutes.

RSC Anderlecht vs SV Zulte Waregem H2H

Anderlecht have won 8 of the last 9 head-to-head matches played at Lotto Park.
The last time Zulte Waregem won a match in Anderlecht was back in 2012.
There have been over 3.5 goals scored in 7 of the last 9 meetings at this stadium.
Anderlecht have scored 2 or more goals in their last 14 consecutive home games against Zulte Waregem.

Pre-Game Odds

(Note: Odds are illustrative and subject to change from bookmakers.)

RSC Anderlecht Win: 1.33
Draw: 5.50
SV Zulte Waregem Win: 9.00

Team News RSC Anderlecht

Anderlecht have started the season with clear intent to challenge for the title, and manager Brian Riemer will expect another dominant performance at home. Star players like Thorgan Hazard and Kasper Dolberg are fit and expected to feature heavily. With a clean bill of health across the squad, Anderlecht will field a full-strength team designed to overwhelm the visitors from the first whistle and secure a comfortable three points.

Team News SV Zulte Waregem

For Zulte Waregem, the primary goal for the season is survival, and matches like this are a litmus test. The vastly experienced striker Jelle Vossen will be key to their chances, both in leading the line and in mentoring a squad facing a major step up in class. The manager is expected to set up a defensive-minded formation to try and absorb pressure, but a lack of top-flight depth could be exposed. They report no new injuries ahead of their trip to the capital.