Mechelen vs Anderlecht Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 18 Apr 2026

Pro League Betting Preview: Mechelen vs Anderlecht

Mechelen go head-to-head with Anderlecht at Argosstadion Achter de Kazerne, with kick-off set for 14:45 on Saturday 18 April.

We’re splitting our Asian Handicap stake between 0 and +0.5 when backing Mechelen +0.25 at -132 against Anderlecht. We need the hosts to win for a maximum payout although the draw means we also get a return.

Mechelen were beaten 1-0 at Argosstadion Achter de Kazerne in their last game, being turned over at home to Union Saint-Gilloise. Frederik Vanderbiest's team enjoyed 56% possession, but were unable to manage a shot on target.

Anderlecht have experienced back-to-back Pro League road defeats. In their previous league game, they beat Gent at home, winning 3-1 at Lotto Park. The Purple and White racked up seven shots on goal and boasted 65% possession, with Yari Verschaeren, Tristan Degreef and Adriano Bertaccini on the scoresheet.

Head-to-Head Statistics

It was a 1-0 home victory for Mechelen at Argosstadion Achter de Kazerne when they last faced Anderlecht. In the previous 10 H2H matches, we have seen seven Anderlecht victories, two Mechelen wins and one draw.

Pro League		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
4	Anderlecht	40	15	10	15	59	62	-3	59:62	33
6	Mechelen	40	13	12	15	48	61	-13	48:61	29

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KVM have 4 wins, 4 losses and 2 draws, averaging 1.4 goals from 3.5 shots on goal and 8.3 attempts. The Kakkers have averaged 49.7% possession and 3.9 corners per game, with their opponents scoring 1.5 goals from 5.3 shots on goal, 14.3 attempts and 6.5 corners.

Myron van Brederode is the top scorer with 4 goals, Keano Vanrafelghem has 3, with Benito Raman and Kerim Mrabti on 2. Bouke Boersma and Myron van Brederode have recorded the most assists with 2 apiece.

Anderlecht have won 3, lost 5 and drawn 2, averaging 5.3 shots on goal, 14.1 attempts and 1.8 goals. Jeremy Taravel's side average 54.7% possession, 5.2 corners awarded and 6.5 corners against, while 1.8 goals have been conceded from 16.0 attempts and 5.4 shots on goal.

Thorgan Hazard has recorded 7 goals, Mihajlo Cvetkovic 3, with Tristan Degreef and Adriano Bertaccini both managing 2. Nathan De Cat is the top assists provider in the last 10 games with 3.

Confirmed Lineups

Mechelen confirmed lineup (3-4-3): Nacho Miras (GK), Tommy St. Jago, Redouane Halhal, Jose Marsa, Therence Koudou, Kerim Mrabti, Fredrik Hammar, Mathis Servais, Benito Raman, Myron van Brederode, Bouke Boersma.

Anderlecht confirmed lineup (4-5-1): Colin Coosemans (GK), Ali Maamar, Marco Kana, Moussa Diarra, Ludwig Augustinsson, Coba da Costa, Nathan Saliba, Mario Stroeykens, Enric Llansana, Thorgan Hazard, Tristan Degreef.

Mechelen vs Anderlecht Prediction & Betting Tips

Get ahead of the game with our Mechelen vs Anderlecht betting rundown, featuring our trusted match prediction, likely score outcome, corners betting edge, standout player prop plays and a fully loaded bet builder.

Match Prediction

Mechelen look capable of winning this Pro League encounter and we’ll take them on the Asian Handicap. Back them at -132 with a +0.25 goal start, with confidence high that they can perform well.

The football betting tips are created after keeping tabs on the latest Pro League team news along with the form guide. We also delve into the latest stats which can provide a barometer for how the action might play out.

Key Mechelen vs Anderlecht league stats:

• The +0.25 line has been covered by Mechelen in 15 of their last 20 games at home.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Mechelen in 7 of their last 10 games at home.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Anderlecht in 8 of their last 10 games on the road.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Anderlecht in 4 of their last 5 games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Anderlecht in 3 consecutive games on the road.

Based on the latest odds from the top bookmakers, our pick carries a 56.8% chance of winning. However, we have this number between 60-65% based on our in-depth research. This is why we regard this as a value bet.

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Our Match Prediction

Mechelen Asian Hcp +0.25 @ -132 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

Mechelen 1 - 0 Anderlecht

Mechelen can be backed to win 1-0 when it comes to the correct score. We’ll go for the +700 that this happens and hopefully we’ll get a good run for our money.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Myron Van Brederode to Score +340

Myron Van Brederode (Mechelen) has scored three goals in his past five Pro League home games. He looks like an attractive wager to be on the scoresheet and you’re able to back this Anytime Goalscorer selection at odds of +340.

Latest Myron Van Brederode Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+340

First

+900

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Corners Prediction

Anderlecht To Have Most Corners -110

On average, Anderlecht have had 5.20 corners in the past 10 matches, with Mechelen managing an average of 2.60 corners in the last 5 home games. We can’t resist the opportunity to take -110 that Anderlecht win the Corner Match bet.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Mechelen

Total

10.40 3.90 6.50

Home

10.10 4.20 5.90

Away

11.00 4.60 6.40

Anderlecht

Total

11.70 5.20 6.50

Home

10.80 6.70 4.10

Away

12.10 5.20 6.90

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 10.5

+104

Under 10.5

-147

Mechelen Corners

Over 4.5

-125

Under 4.5

-114

Anderlecht Corners

Over 4.5

-154

Under 4.5

+108

Most Corners

1

+114

X

+650

2

-111

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Mechelen vs Anderlecht Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

Anderlecht are currently available at +150 with the bookmakers to defeat Mechelen, with the latter priced at odds of +170. If you’re siding with the draw in this Pro League clash, then it can be backed at +230.

There’s sometimes a case for betting on the Draw No Bet market, with Anderlecht available at -128 for those who want insurance on their bet. The same applies to opponents Mechelen at -111.

The Total Goals market reveals that Over 2.5 Goals is the current betting favourite. The Both Teams to Score market is always popular and BTTS Yes can be backed at -175.

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Full-Time Result

1

+170

X

+230

2

+150

Half-Time Result

1

+215

X

+118

2

+195

Double Chance

1X

-200

12

-313

X2

-227

Draw No Bet

1

-111

2

-128

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +0.25

-149

2 Hcp -0.25

+114

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-100

Over 2.5

-130

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-175

No

+120

There is +170 available that Benito Raman finds the net anytime, while the favourite to score the first goal is on offer at +450.

Benito Raman (Mechelen)

First

+170

Anytime

+450

Adriano Bertaccini (Anderlecht)

First

+180

Anytime

+480

Bouke Boersma (Mechelen)

First

+200

Anytime

+525

Keano Vanrafelghem (Mechelen)

First

+200

Anytime

+540

Thorgan Hazard (Anderlecht)

First

+210

Anytime

+575

Mihajlo Cvetkovic (Anderlecht)

First

+270

Anytime

+750

Hassane Bandé (Mechelen)

First

+300

Anytime

+800

Mathis Servais (Mechelen)

First

+310

Anytime

+850

Myron Van Brederode (Mechelen)

First

+340

Anytime

+900

Tristan Degreef (Anderlecht)

First

+350

Anytime

+950

Bill Antonio (Mechelen)

First

+350

Anytime

+950

Yari Verschaeren (Anderlecht)

First

+380

Anytime

+950

Kerim Mrabti (Mechelen)

First

+380

Anytime

+1050

Bilal Bafdili (Mechelen)

First

+400

Anytime

+1050

Maksim Kireev (Mechelen)

First

+410

Anytime

+1100

Mario Stroeykens (Anderlecht)

First

+420

Anytime

+1100

Nathan Saliba (Anderlecht)

First

+430

Anytime

+1100

Nathan De Cat (Anderlecht)

First

+475

Anytime

+1300

Enric Llansana (Anderlecht)

First

+575

Anytime

+1600

Mory Konaté (Mechelen)

First

+575

Anytime

+1600

Fredrik Hammar (Mechelen)

First

+600

Anytime

+1600

Mihajlo Ilic (Anderlecht)

First

+650

Anytime

+1800

Thérence Koudou (Mechelen)

First

+750

Anytime

+2000

Dikeni Salifou (Mechelen)

First

+750

Anytime

+2000

Ilay Camara (Anderlecht)

First

+800

Anytime

+2200

Tommy St. Jago (Mechelen)

First

+800

Anytime

+2200

Stats: Pro League matches only
Mechelen have four wins, three draws and three losses in the last 10 home games, scoring an average of 1.10 goals per match and conceding 0.90.

Anderlecht haven’t tasted victory in the previous three away matches. The Purple and White have clocked up six losses, two wins and two draws in the past 10 away games, recording an average of 1.30 goals per match and conceding 2.30.

In the last meeting at Argosstadion Achter de Kazerne, Mechelen defeated Anderlecht by a 1-0 scoreline. We’ve seen the past 7 H2H meetings at Argosstadion Achter de Kazerne involve three Anderlecht wins. There have also been two draws and two Mechelen victories.

Last 10 League Games		W-D-L	G	GF	GA	O2.5	U2.5	B-Y	B-No
Mechelen Home Stats		4-3-3	2.00	1.10	0.90	2	8	5	5
Anderlecht Away Stats		2-2-6	3.60	1.30	2.30	6	4	5	5

• W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
• G = Avg. Goals
• GF = Avg. Goals For
• GA = Avg. Goals Against
• O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
• U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
• B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
• B-No = Matches BTTS No

Mechelen vs Anderlecht Lineups & Team News

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