Standard Liège will face Royal Antwerp FC on 17 October 2025 at 18:45 UTC at Stade Maurice Dufrasne in Liège, Belgium, in a crucial Pro League fixture.
Both sides sit mid-table and are looking to climb the standings with a statement victory. Standard Liège currently hold 12th place, while Royal Antwerp sit just below in 13th. With only a point separating them, this match promises to be tightly contested.
Head-to-Head (H2H) Overview
Over recent seasons, matches between Standard Liège and Royal Antwerp FC have been closely fought, often decided by fine margins.
Last 5 Meetings:
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Standard Liège Wins: 1
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Draws: 2
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Royal Antwerp Wins: 2
Antwerp had the upper hand last season, claiming a home win and drawing away in Liège. However, Standard Liège’s home advantage could play a big role this time around.
Team Form and Analysis
Standard Liège (12th Place)
Standard Liège’s form has been inconsistent this season, showing moments of attacking brilliance but struggling with defensive lapses. Playing at home, they tend to perform better, creating more scoring opportunities through their creative midfielders.
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Recent Form: D-W-L-L-W
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Goals Scored per Game: 1.3
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Goals Conceded per Game: 1.6
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Key Players: Philip Zinckernagel, Steven Alzate, Wilfried Kanga, Isaac Price.
If Liège can find rhythm early, their home crowd could drive them toward a much-needed win.
Royal Antwerp FC (13th Place)
Antwerp, the reigning 2023 champions, have struggled to regain consistency this season. Despite flashes of quality, especially in attack, defensive issues and lapses in concentration have cost them valuable points.
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Recent Form: L-D-W-L-D
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Goals Scored per Game: 1.2
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Goals Conceded per Game: 1.7
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Key Players: Vincent Janssen, Jacob Ondrejka, Arthur Vermeeren, Toby Alderweireld.
Antwerp are dangerous on the counterattack, but they must stay compact defensively against Liège’s quick transitions.
Predicted Lineups
Standard Liège (Expected XI):
Bodart (GK); Djenepo, Laifis, Bokadi, Fossey; Alzate, Price; Zinckernagel, Ohio, Canak; Kanga
Royal Antwerp FC (Expected XI):
Butez (GK); Bataille, Alderweireld, Pacho, Wijndal; Vermeeren, Keita; Ondrejka, Balikwisha, Ekkelenkamp; Janssen
Match Prediction & Betting Tips
Main Prediction:
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Draw or Both Teams to Score (BTTS: Yes) ✅
Scoreline Prediction:
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Standard Liège 1–1 Royal Antwerp FC
Alternative Bets:
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Over 2.5 Goals: ⚪ Possible (if early goal is scored)
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Double Chance: Standard Liège or Draw
Key Betting Insights
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Standard Liège have scored in 8 of their last 10 home matches.
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Royal Antwerp are winless in 5 away games.
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3 of the last 5 H2H meetings ended with both teams scoring.
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Antwerp have conceded at least 2 goals in 3 of their last 4 away matches.
Betandsured Expert Verdict
This fixture looks evenly balanced. Standard Liège will rely on home support, while Antwerp will try to exploit set pieces and counterattacks. Expect a cagey first half before both sides open up later in the game.
✅ Prediction: Draw (1–1)
✅ Best Bet: Both Teams to Score (BTTS: Yes)
✅ Value Tip: Over 2.5 Goals (if attacking lineups confirmed)
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