OH Leuven vs Westerlo Predictions

OH Leuven will face Westerlo at the King Power at Den Dreef Stadion on March 2, 2025, in a crucial Pro League matchup, as Round 29 brings together two teams battling for mid-table stability and potential playoff contention. OH Leuven, under Óscar García, are projected to sit 8th with around 34 points from 28 matches as of March 1, 2025, following a 2-1 loss to Club Brugge (Feb 23, 2025), aiming to leverage their home advantage to regain form. Westerlo, managed by Timmy Simons, are expected to be 7th with approximately 36 points, buoyed by a 2-2 draw against Sint-Truiden (Feb 23, 2025), looking to build consistency. This expert prediction explores team form, key players, head-to-head stats, and betting tips to answer: Who will win OH Leuven vs Westerlo in this Pro League clash?

Team Form & Recent Performances

OH Leuven

2024/25 Record (Projected as of Mar 1): 9W, 7D, 12L (34 points, 8th in Pro League)
Latest Result: 2-1 loss vs. Club Brugge (Feb 23, 2025)
Home Form: 6W, 3D, 5L (20 goals scored, 18 conceded)

OH Leuven have been inconsistent this season, with their recent 2-1 defeat to Club Brugge marking their second loss in three league games (1W, 0D, 2L) as of March 1, 2025. Projected at 34 points from 28 matches, their last home win—a 3-1 victory over Cercle Brugge (Feb 15, 2025)—shows their potential at Den Dreef. At home, they’ve averaged 1.43 goals scored and 1.29 conceded per game, reflecting a spirited but occasionally leaky side that could challenge Westerlo with the right spark.

Westerlo

2024/25 Record (Projected as of Mar 1): 10W, 6D, 12L (36 points, 7th in Pro League)
Latest Result: 2-2 draw vs. Sint-Truiden (Feb 23, 2025)
Away Form: 4W, 3D, 7L (18 goals scored, 22 conceded)

Westerlo have shown resilience, projected at 36 points from 28 matches as of March 1, 2025. Their 2-2 draw against Sint-Truiden, with goals from Allahyar Sayyadmanesh and Lucas Stassin, extended a three-game unbeaten run (1W, 2D, 0L), highlighting their attacking depth. On the road, they’ve averaged 1.29 goals scored and 1.57 conceded per game, balancing offensive output with vulnerability, making them competitive but not invincible at Leuven’s home ground.

Head-to-Head Stats & Historical Context

Overall Record: OH Leuven 12W, Westerlo 6W, 5D (23 meetings since 2019)
Recent Meetings:

• Aug 24, 2024: Westerlo 1-1 OH Leuven (Pro League)

• May 25, 2024: OH Leuven 1-2 Westerlo (Pro League Playoffs)

• Feb 3, 2024: Westerlo 0-3 OH Leuven (Pro League)

Key Trend: OH Leuven have won 4 of the last 6 meetings; 3 of the last 5 H2Hs went over 2.5 goals.

OH Leuven have a slight historical edge, with their 3-0 win in February 2024 at Het Kuipje showcasing their dominance, driven by Youssef Maziz’s brace. Westerlo’s 2-1 playoff victory in May 2024 at Den Dreef proves they can strike back, but matches have averaged 2.6 goals in their last five encounters, suggesting a potentially lively affair.

Key Players to Watch

OH Leuven

• Youssef Maziz (MID): 7 goals, 4 assists in 2024/25; Leuven’s top scorer and creative hub.

• Jón Dagur Þorsteinsson (FWD): 5 goals; dynamic winger with finishing flair.

• Konan N’Dri (GK): 5 clean sheets; key to defensive stability.

Westerlo

• Allahyar Sayyadmanesh (FWD): 8 goals in 2024/25; Westerlo’s leading scorer and pacey forward.

• Lucas Stassin (FWD): 6 goals; emerging striker with physical presence.

• Tom Reyners (GK): 4 clean sheets; vital for road resilience.

Tactical Insights & Match Dynamics

OH Leuven’s 4-2-3-1 (1.39 goals per game) relies on Maziz’s playmaking and Þorsteinsson’s flair to break down Westerlo’s defense (1.50 goals conceded per game). Westerlo’s 4-3-3 (1.46 goals per game) thrives on Sayyadmanesh’s speed and Stassin’s finishing, testing Leuven’s backline (1.43 goals conceded per game). Leuven’s Siebe Schrijvers (doubtful, knock) and Westerlo’s Bryan Reynolds (questionable, fatigue) could impact lineups, with Den Dreef’s 10,000 fans adding pressure on the visitors.

Prediction: OH Leuven vs Westerlo

Our Prediction: Both Team to Score - Yes