FCV Dender EH host RFC Seraing in a classic top-vs-bottom early-season clash. Dender sit 4th with 6 points from 3 games (2 wins, 1 loss) and a solid +2 goal difference. Seraing are near the foot of the table in 14th with just 1 point (0 wins, 1 draw, 2 losses) and a –3 goal difference after a difficult start.

Dender have shown good home form and recovered quickly from an opening setback. Seraing have struggled for consistency and defensive solidity, conceding regularly.

Head-to-Head

Recent meetings favour Dender:

• Feb 2024: Dender 5-1 Seraing
• Oct 2023: Seraing 1-3 Dender

Dender have the edge in recent encounters.

Team News

• Dender: Dealing with a couple of injury concerns (including midfielder D. Hrnčár – long-term).
• Seraing: Defender F. Mabani is suspended (red card).

Prediction

Dender 3-1 Seraing

Dender are clear favourites at home against a struggling Seraing side. Expect the hosts to control the game and convert their superiority into a comfortable win, consolidating their strong early position in the Challenger Pro League.