Bet with MINO CASINO →Played: final score 2–1. The tip and analysis below are as they were before kick-off.
Cercle Brugge are at home to Antwerp on 1 November 2026 · 12:30 at Jan Breydel Stadium (Bruges), with Simon Bourdeaud'hui, Belgium as the referee. We see nothing to choose between them. Further down: our tip, estimated probabilities, absences and our analysis of the match.
Cercle Brugge vs Antwerp: match preview and analysis
How we arrived at this tip
- Table. In the table, Cercle Brugge are 17th with 6 points after 10 matches (1W 3D 6L), whereas Antwerp are 11th with 10 points (3W 1D 6L).
- Attack and defence. Cercle Brugge have scored 1.2 and conceded 2.3 goals per game on average in this competition; Antwerp average 1.7 scored and 2.2 conceded.
- Form in the competition. Cercle Brugge: 0W 3D 6L, goals 11–21; Antwerp: 3W 1D 5L, goals 15–20.
- Head to head. In their 22 meetings so far, Cercle Brugge have 2 wins, Antwerp have 15 wins and 5 draws have been recorded; the goals stand at 12–35.
What to expect
Cercle Brugge should have the edge here, in our view. Our projected score is 2–1, about 3 goals combined, and 1–1 (11.6%) is the single most probable outcome. We think this will be an open match with plenty of goals.
Here is a twist: the table suggests the Antwerp are stronger, but the betting market gives the home side a slightly better chance. With the signs pulling in different directions the match is tough to call, and a more cautious bet is sensible.
Our tip for goals is Under 3.5 goals (odds 1.47), and our probability for it is 66%. We estimate both teams scoring at 58% and over 2.5 goals at 55%.
Prediction: key points
- Meetings: 22; Cercle Brugge 2 wins, 5 draws, Antwerp 15 wins.
- Meetings between these sides have averaged 2.1 goals.
- Goals scored and conceded in this competition: Cercle Brugge 11–21, Antwerp 15–20.
- We are expecting about 3 goals, and we give over 2.5 goals 55%.
- Absent: Cercle Brugge 0, Antwerp 0.
Alternative tip: Both sides to score: yes
Alternative pick: Both sides to score: yes (probability 58%, best available odds 1.67). Our projection of about 3 goals is in line with it.
Absences
Cercle Brugge are missing: no absences. Antwerp are without: no absences. Team news may still change, so check again before kick-off.
Cercle Brugge vs Antwerp: the odds compared
| Match result | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best available odds | 2.19 | 3.68 | 3.50 |
| Market average | 2.08 | 3.53 | 3.28 |
| Lowest odds | 1.95 | 3.28 | 2.96 |
| Goals | Best | Average | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 goals | 1.25 | 1.21 | 76.9% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 1.80 | 1.73 | 54.7% |
| Under 2.5 goals | 2.18 | 2.08 | 45.3% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 3.02 | 2.77 | 33.8% |
| BTTS – yes | 1.67 | 1.60 | 58.2% |
| BTTS – no | 2.32 | 2.22 | 41.8% |
Odds collected from several bookmakers and updated 1/11/26, 12:00. They are only a guide and a single operator may offer different prices. Average margin is 7.2%.
Match at a glance
- Likely result: Cercle Brugge 1–1 Antwerp, roughly 3 goals in total.
- Table: Cercle Brugge 17th (6 points), Antwerp 11th (10 points).
- Form in the competition: Cercle Brugge 0W 3D 6L (11:21), Antwerp 3W 1D 5L (15:20).
- H2H: 22 matches: Cercle Brugge 2W 5D 15L, goals 12–35.
- Absences: Cercle Brugge 0, Antwerp 0.
Who will win Cercle Brugge vs Antwerp?
We base this estimate on several bookmakers' odds with the margin taken out. It is no guarantee of the outcome.
Cercle Brugge vs Antwerp: more markets and betting tips
Fair odds = 1 / probability. If the top available odds are bigger than the fair odds, there is value in the price. Likely ≥ 60%, possible 50–60%, outsider less than 50%.
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Cercle Brugge vs Antwerp: who is missing
Cercle Brugge
- No reported absences
Antwerp
- No reported absences
This list may be updated before kick-off.
Cercle Brugge vs Antwerp: table positions and form
| # | Team | P | W-D-L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Club Brugge KV | 10 | 9-0-1 | 26:8 | 27 |
| 2 |  Union St. Gilloise | 10 | 8-2-0 | 29:7 | 26 |
| 3 |  Gent | 10 | 8-1-1 | 19:6 | 25 |
| 4 |  Charleroi | 10 | 8-0-2 | 21:12 | 24 |
| 5 |  Anderlecht | 10 | 6-1-3 | 13:11 | 19 |
| 6 |  Genk | 10 | 4-3-3 | 18:14 | 15 |
| 7 |  Lommel United | 10 | 4-3-3 | 13:11 | 15 |
| 8 |  KVC Westerlo | 10 | 4-2-4 | 25:25 | 14 |
| 9 |  Standard Liège | 10 | 3-3-4 | 15:16 | 12 |
| 10 |  Zulte Waregem | 10 | 3-2-5 | 12:16 | 11 |
| 11 | Antwerp | 10 | 3-1-6 | 16:22 | 10 |
| 12 |  SK Beveren | 10 | 3-1-6 | 13:20 | 10 |
| 13 |  OH Leuven | 10 | 2-3-5 | 10:17 | 9 |
| 14 |  KV Mechelen | 9 | 2-3-4 | 10:17 | 9 |
| 15 |  St. Truiden | 10 | 2-2-6 | 18:21 | 8 |
| 16 |  RAAL La Louvière | 10 | 2-1-7 | 13:23 | 7 |
| 17 | Cercle Brugge | 10 | 1-3-6 | 13:22 | 6 |
| 18 |  Kortrijk | 9 | 1-1-7 | 3:19 | 4 |
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What is the best tip for Cercle Brugge vs Antwerp?
Our result tip is Cercle Brugge or draw (1X) (odds 1.33), and our goals tip is Under 3.5 goals (odds 1.47). The safer pick is Cercle Brugge or draw (1X).
Who will win Cercle Brugge vs Antwerp?
Our probabilities: Cercle Brugge to win 45%, a draw 26%, Antwerp to win 29%.
What time and where is kick-off?
1 November 2026, kick-off at 12:30, at Jan Breydel Stadium, Bruges. Referee: Simon Bourdeaud'hui, Belgium.
Who will be missing?
Cercle Brugge: no absences. Antwerp: no absences. This list may be updated before kick-off.
Will there be three or more goals?
Our probability for over 2.5 goals is 55% (odds 1.80); under 2.5 goals is at 45% (odds 2.18).
Will both teams score?
We think both teams will score with a 58% probability (odds 1.67).
What is the likeliest correct score?
Our likeliest score is 1–1 (11.6%); after that come 2–1 (9.3%) and 1–0 (9.3%).
How do you work out your predictions?
Our method begins with odds from several bookmakers: we take away the bookmaker margin and average what remains to get probabilities. A Poisson distribution then turns those into expected goals and the most probable scorelines. For context, the page also shows team form, the head to head and missing players. Treat our predictions as information, not a promise of a win.
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