Sporting Hasselt

Sporting Hasselt have a superior recent record (3 wins, 2 losses) and a higher scoring rate than Cercle Brugge, who have managed only one draw in five games and concede heavily. The cup tie removes league position considerations, focusing the analysis on form and goal trends. Hasselt’s ability to score multiple goals and Brugge’s defensive frailties suggest a home win is the most likely outcome, but a double‑chance cushions the small risk of a draw while still reflecting the home side’s advantage.

Mandel United have stayed unbeaten across their last three recorded home matches, earning a 2-1 win against Hoogstraten and 1-1 draws against Lyra-Lierse Berlaar and VW Hamme. Sporting Hasselt have lost three of their last four games overall and failed to score in each of those three defeats. Covering Mandel United to win or draw is well aligned with their resilient home record and Hasselt's recent attacking difficulties.