Royal Antwerp vs Oud-Heverlee Leuven predictions, Apr 18, 2026

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As Royal Antwerp prepares to host Oud-Heverlee Leuven in the upcoming Belgian Jupiler Pro League clash on April 18, 2026, both teams enter the fixture with contrasting recent form. Royal Antwerp has struggled significantly, failing to secure a victory in their last five matches, which could affect their confidence and energy levels on the pitch. In contrast, Oud-Heverlee Leuven has displayed a more promising run, clinching two wins in their previous five outings, indicating a potential momentum advantage.

Tactically, Royal Antwerp may need to reassess their attacking strategies as their lack of goals has been evident in recent struggles. They will aim to capitalize on home advantage, utilizing their familiar playing conditions to find a rhythm early in the match. On the other hand, Oud-Heverlee Leuven will likely focus on a balanced approach, exploiting counter-attacking opportunities and the defensive vulnerabilities that have plagued their opponents.

When looking at the bookmakers’ odds, Royal Antwerp is favored with a line of 2.27 for a home win, compared to 3.15 for an away victory. Probability percentages suggest a 42.2% chance of a home win, a 27.5% possibility of a draw, and a 30.2% chance of an away win. As the match approaches, both teams will be eager to secure crucial points, making this an intriguing encounter with no guaranteed outcomes.

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Antwerp 42.5%

Draw 28.5%

Leuven 29%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	2.22	3.36	3.32
	2.2	3.3	3.25
	2.23	3.36	3.32
	2.2	3.2	3.1

Latest Results

10.04.26 SC Charleroi – Royal Antwerp FC – 2:1 03.04.26 Royal Antwerp FC – Racing Genk – 1:2 22.03.26 Oud-Heverlee Leuven – Royal Antwerp FC – 1:0 15.03.26 Royal Antwerp FC – Standard Liège – 1:1 06.03.26 RAAL La Louvière – Royal Antwerp FC – 0:0

12.04.26 Racing Genk – Oud-Heverlee Leuven – 0:0 04.04.26 Oud-Heverlee Leuven – Standard Liège – 1:3 22.03.26 Oud-Heverlee Leuven – Royal Antwerp FC – 1:0 14.03.26 SC Charleroi – Oud-Heverlee Leuven – 0:2 07.03.26 Oud-Heverlee Leuven – KVC Westerlo – 0:1

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Antwerp won 2.

Antwerp is going through a rough patch (last 5 games: 0 wins).

Leuven has been unpredictable lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).

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

Antwerp might have a minor edge in this game.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Antwerp won 9 matches, drew 8 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 31:23. (average 1.6:1.2).

Including home matches between the teams, Antwerp won 7 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 21:12. (average 2.1:1.2).

Latest Head To Head

22.03.26 Oud-Heverlee Leuven – Royal Antwerp FC – 1:0 10.08.25 Royal Antwerp FC – Oud-Heverlee Leuven – 3:1 22.02.25 Royal Antwerp FC – Oud-Heverlee Leuven – 2:2 20.10.24 Oud-Heverlee Leuven – Royal Antwerp FC – 1:1 24.01.24 Oud-Heverlee Leuven – Royal Antwerp FC – 2:3

Standings

Championship Group

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	Royale Union SG	2	2	0	0	2:0	2	39
2	Club Brugge KV	2	2	0	0	6:3	3	38
3	St. Truiden	2	0	0	2	1:3	-2	29
4	Anderlecht	2	1	0	1	5:5	0	25
5	KV Mechelen	2	0	1	1	1:2	-1	24
6	Gent	2	0	1	1	2:4	-2	24

Belgian Jupiler Pro League Outrights

1. Royale Union SG: 1.8 (51.52%)

2. Club Brugge: 2.1 (44.16%)

3. St. Truiden: 34 (2.73%)

4. Gent: 151 (0.61%)

5. KV Mechelen: 151 (0.61%)

6. Anderlecht: 251 (0.37%)

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