Union Saint-Gilloise vs Anderlecht Predictions

• There have been over 2.5 goals scored in eight of Union St.Gilloise’s last ten home league games.
• Three if the last four meetings between these two clubs have witnessed at least three goals.
• The hosts have not suffered defeat across their last nine and sit top of the league by nine points.

On the cusp of history

What a remarkable season it has been so far for the hosts. Having been promoted last season to the top tier, Union Saint-Gilloise now occupies the top spot in Belgiums premier division and have put a nine-point gap between themselves and second-placed Club Brugge. They can thank the productivity for their position in the table as no side has scored more goals than them this season. They also boast the best home form in the league and are scoring just over two goals per home match in the league.

In terms of away form, only the hosts can better Anderlechts return of 22 points from a possible 36 this campaign. Their road matches have often been entertaining affairs with seven of their 12 matches seeing at least three goals. Vincent Kompany’s side have lost just once across their last 14 matches in all competitions and they really need to secure a victory here if they want to close the gap and apply some pressure on Union Saint-Gilloise at the top of the table.

Goals in order

We think this one will be a fascinating encounter and we’re of the belief that there will be a plethora of goals in this game. A draw is pretty much useless for Anderlecht at this stage of the season, after this weekend there are nine matchdays left and not a lot of time to turn things around. Expect the hosts to punish an Anderlecht side who may decide to over-commit men forward on occasion.