Pro League matchday 22: Cercle and KVM in exciting encounters!

On 17, 18 and 19 January, the JPL has its matchday 22, with plenty of action all across Belgium! What can Cercle and KVM bring this weekend? And what will the ranking be when the final whistle blows on Sunday evening? Let’s dig into this matchday 22: do you agree with our predictions or not? You’re more than welcome to argue for your own predictions!

KAA Gent vs Charleroi

17/01 8.45 p.m.

Most likely to win: KAA Gent

KAA Gent has a unique chance to climb from sixth to third place. A victory against Charleroi is a must, and we expect the Buffalos to pull it off here.

Dender vs Cercle Brugge

18/01 4 p.m.

Most likely to win: Cercle Brugge

Dender keeps punching above its weight, which is commendable for an underdog. Meanwhile, Cercle Brugge has escaped the relegation zone, and is looking ahead. Win for Cercle!

KV Mechelen vs KRC Genk

18/01 6.15 p.m.

Most likely to win: KRC Genk

KV Mechelen can make great strides if it keeps the victory at home. Problem is: runaway leader KRC Genk is visiting… Despite all of Malinwa’s efforts, we see KRC Genk win this one.

Club Brugge vs Beerschot

18/01 8.45 p.m.

Most likely to win: Club Brugge

Last matchday, Club Brugge showed that it’s still in the title race. Against Beerschot, hopeless in last place, the black-and-blue side should get an easy win.

KV Kortrijk vs Anderlecht

19/01 1.30 p.m.

Most likely to win: Anderlecht

KV Kortrijk is still in acute relegation danger: even a victory wouldn’t help. After another dent to its title ambitions last matchday, Anderlecht will lash out strong for a clear victory here.

Union vs OH Leuven

19/01 4 p.m.

Most likely to win: Union

Union is in third place, but anything better this weekend is out of reach. Regardless, USG will grab this chance against OH Leuven to secure its third place.

STVV vs Standard

19/01 6.30 p.m.

Most likely to win: STVV

STVV has sunk to the relegation quagmire, but has all the potential to hoist itself out again. It can do so in its game against Standard here. Hard-won victory for STVV.

Antwerp vs Westerlo

19/01 7.15 p.m.

Most likely to win: Antwerp

Antwerp is firmly in the race for a top 3 spot by the end of the season. Winning against Westerlo is just the statement the Great Old needs to warn its direct competitors.