Lokeren vs Excelsior Virton predictions, Sep 20, 2026

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As KSC Lokeren prepares to host Excelsior Virton in the Belgian Challenger Pro League on September 20, 2026, both sides will be looking to extend their impressive recent performances. Lokeren enters the match with a strong record, having won 3 of their last 5 encounters. Their tactical strength lies in a balanced approach, effectively utilizing both defensive solidity and attacking flair, which has allowed them to secure crucial points as they aim to climb the league standings.

Excelsior Virton, on the other hand, has also shown resilience, matching Lokeren’s recent success with 3 victories in their last 5 matches. Known for their quick transitions and disciplined defense, Virton will look to capitalize on any lapses from the home side.

According to bookmakers, Lokeren is favored with odds of 1.61 for a home win, compared to 4.5 for an away victory for Virton. Our predictive model suggests a 59.9% chance of a Lokeren win, a 25% draw likelihood, and an 18.9% chance of an away victory.

With both teams in form, spectators can expect a competitive clash that could go either way, making for an intriguing matchup.

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Lokeren 56.3%

Draw 23.5%

Virton 20.1%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.61	3.85	4.50

Latest Results

12.09.26 Anderlecht U23 – KSC Lokeren – 2:6 06.09.26 Francs Borains – KSC Lokeren – 3:0 28.08.26 KSC Lokeren – Genk U23 – 2:4 21.08.26 KSC Lokeren – KAS Eupen – 1:0 14.08.26 RFC Seraing – KSC Lokeren – 0:2

12.09.26 Excelsior Virton – Genk U23 – 3:0 30.08.26 Excelsior Virton – Francs Borains – 0:1 21.08.26 Anderlecht U23 – Excelsior Virton – 0:1 15.08.26 Excelsior Virton – Lierse Kempenzonen – 3:0 25.07.26 Progrès Niedercorn – Excelsior Virton – 1:1

Facts

A mid-table team takes on a leader in this match (ranked 6 and 3 in the zone Promotion ~ Challenger Pro League (Promotion: )).

Recent performances by Lokeren have been up and down (last 5 games: 3 wins).

Virton is in great form at the moment (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).

Virton may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.

In this match, Lokeren is seen as the favorite.

In the last 2 head-to-head matches, Lokeren won 1 match, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 2:3. (average 1:1.5).

Including home match between the teams, Lokeren won 0 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 1:3.

Latest Head To Head

20.04.24 KSC Lokeren – Excelsior Virton – 1:3 25.11.23 Excelsior Virton – KSC Lokeren – 0:1

Standings

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	Beerschot VA	5	4	0	1	12:5	7	12
2	Dender	5	4	0	1	7:2	5	12
3	Virton	4	3	0	1	7:1	6	9
4	Eupen	4	3	0	1	8:4	4	9
5	Francs Borains	4	3	0	1	6:2	4	9
6	Sporting Lokeren	5	3	0	2	12:10	2	9
7	Hasselt	5	3	0	2	4:6	-2	9
8	Club Brugge KV U23	4	2	1	1	9:8	1	7
9	Genk U23	5	2	0	3	10:12	-2	6
10	RFC Liege	5	1	2	2	9:10	-1	5
11	K. Lierse S.K	5	1	2	2	4:8	-4	5
12	Gent U23	4	1	1	2	4:7	-3	4
13	Patro Eisden	5	1	0	4	7:11	-4	3
14	Seraing	5	0	1	4	4:10	-6	1
15	Anderlecht U23	5	0	1	4	5:12	-7	1

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