Prediction for match Zulte Waregem — Westerlo, 31.01.2026

Odds and Match Outcome Probabilities

In the Jupiler Pro League on January 31, Zulte Waregem faces Westerlo. The odds for Zulte Waregem to win are 2.72, a draw is at 3.46, and Westerlo to win is 2.56. In terms of probability: Zulte Waregem - 35.10%, draw - 27.60%, Westerlo - 37.30%. The odds and chance distribution indicate that the teams are almost evenly matched, with a slight edge for Westerlo in terms of probability and odds. This reflects the balance of recent performances where neither side has shown clear dominance. For 1X2 betting, the match appears quite open, as suggested by the close odds.

Team Results and Statistics

In their last five matches, Zulte Waregem averages 50.6% possession, 1.6 yellow cards, 9 fouls, and 1.6 offsides per game. Westerlo, in the same period, shows 51.2% possession, 1 yellow card, 11.6 fouls, and 0.6 offsides. Zulte Waregem's last three matches: 24.01.2026 Club Brugge - Zulte Waregem 4-3, 17.01.2026 Zulte Waregem - Genk 2-1, 27.12.2025 Royal Antwerp - Zulte Waregem 2-1. Westerlo's last three encounters: 25.01.2026 Mechelen - Westerlo 1-1, 17.01.2026 Westerlo - Cercle Brugge 0-2, 27.12.2025 Gent - Westerlo 2-0. In their head-to-head on 02.08.2025, Westerlo won against Zulte Waregem 3-1. These stats indicate that both teams are competitive and often play with high intensity.

Goals According to Match Statistics

Zulte Waregem in the last five matches has seen over 2.5 goals in 4 out of 5 games, with an average of 3.8 goals per match, scoring 1.6 and conceding 2.2. Westerlo has seen over 2.5 goals in only 1 out of 5 matches, with an average of 2.2 goals per game, scoring 0.8 and conceding 1.4. In terms of halves, Zulte Waregem had over 1.5 goals in the first and second halves in 3 out of 5, while Westerlo had over 1.5 in the first half in 2 out of 5 and in the second half in 1 out of 5. Zulte Waregem scores most frequently between 76-90 minutes (33%), and Westerlo also scores most in the 76-90 minute interval (50%). Zulte Waregem concedes most between 31-45 minutes (43%), while Westerlo concedes most between 0-15 minutes (40%). Both teams to score is common for Zulte Waregem, while Westerlo's attacking stats are modest, but their defense is quite solid. Based on this data, a bet on Both Teams to Score: Yes at 1.51 seems logical: Zulte Waregem regularly scores and concedes, and Westerlo can exploit the opponent's weaknesses.

Corners: Numbers and Possible Bets

Zulte Waregem averages 3.4 corners per match, Westerlo 5.2. In the last 5 games, Zulte Waregem saw over 9.5 corners only once, while Westerlo saw it 3 out of 5 times. Combining the averages gives a total of 8.6, close to the 8.5-9.5 line. For a total corners bet of 9.5, the options are: over 9.5 - 1.56, under 9.5 - 2.18. For corners, Zulte Waregem is the favorite at 2.01. Based on the stats, a bet on over 9.5 corners looks justified, considering Westerlo's activity and the potential match dynamics. You might also consider betting on Zulte Waregem to win the corners if they attack more in the second half.