Sint-Truiden host newly promoted RAAL La Louvière in Matchday 5 of the Belgian Pro League. The home side sit 11th with 5 points from 4 games (1 win, 2 draws, 1 loss), while La Louvière are 15th with just 1 point (0 wins, 1 draw, 3 losses) and are still searching for their first victory of the season.

Form & Context

• Sint-Truiden: Mixed start but capable of strong performances (recent 4-1 win at Antwerp). They have a solid home record and have already beaten La Louvière twice in previous meetings.
• RAAL La Louvière: Struggling after promotion. Defensive issues have been evident, and their away form has been poor. They managed a 2-2 draw with Mechelen last time out but remain winless.

Head-to-head heavily favours Sint-Truiden, who won both encounters last season (2-1 home and 2-1 away).

Team News

Limited major absences reported. La Louvière are without Mouhamed Belkheir (injury). Sint-Truiden appear mostly fit.

Prediction

Sint-Truiden 2-1 RAAL La Louvière

The hosts should have enough quality and home advantage to claim the three points against a struggling promoted side. Expect a competitive game with goals at both ends, but Sint-Truiden’s greater consistency should see them through.