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Kortrijk vs SK Beveren Match Preview
AI-written editorial preview · updated 2026-09-18 17:44 UTC
Kortrijk and SK Beveren cross paths at the Guldensporenstadion
Kortrijk and SK Beveren meet at the Guldensporenstadion this Sunday for matchday 7 of the Belgian Pro League. Both sides arrive with contrasting momentum, seeking to define their early season trajectory in this pivotal encounter.
Kortrijk's search for stability
Kortrijk enters this fixture following a challenging run in the Belgian Pro League. Recent weeks have seen them struggle to find defensive consistency, suffering consecutive defeats against RAAL La Louviere, Zulte Waregem, and Anderlecht.
Having faced a demanding schedule, the squad will be looking to steady the ship on home soil. Their ability to manage the closing stages of the match will be under scrutiny, as they have conceded 6 goals after the 75th minute in their recent outings.
SK Beveren's surge in form
In contrast, SK Beveren arrives in high spirits following back-to-back victories in the league. Their recent 2-0 win over St. Truiden and a comprehensive 3-0 success against OH Leuven have provided a significant lift to their campaign.
While they faced difficult away trips to Genk and Zulte Waregem earlier in the season, these recent home results suggest they have found their rhythm. They will aim to carry this confidence into their visit to the Guldensporenstadion.
Expected lineups and tactical outlook
Kortrijk is expected to line up with Patrik Sigurdur Gunnarsson in goal, supported by a defensive unit featuring Basile Vroninks, Harrison Murray-Campbell, Gilles Ruyssen, and Axel Drouhin. The attacking threat is set to be led by Thierry Ambrose, Goduine Koyalipou, and Suf Podgoreanu, with Brecht Dejaeghere, Rok Storman, and Jamie Roche anchoring the midfield.
SK Beveren is expected to field Johannes Schenk between the posts, with a back four of Christophe Janssens, Bruno Godeau, Yoni Gomis, and Laurent Jans. The midfield trio of Chris Lokesa, Cheick Conde, and Sieben Dewaele will likely look to support the forward line of Elohim Kabore, Jearl Margaritha, and Christian Bruels.
History between the sides
Recent meetings between these two clubs have favoured the visitors. In their most recent encounter on 11 April 2026, SK Beveren secured a 1-0 victory in the Challenger Pro League.
Looking further back, SK Beveren also claimed a 3-1 win at Kortrijk in October 2025. Kortrijk will be eager to reverse this recent trend and assert themselves in front of their own supporters.
The challenge ahead
As the two teams prepare for the match, the focus remains on execution and discipline. For Kortrijk, the priority is to break their recent losing streak and secure points, while SK Beveren will be determined to maintain their upward momentum. The outcome will depend on which side can better impose their tactical plan on the day.
SK Beveren
4-2-3-1
● Confirmed
9
↓60′
Kabore
17
↓60′
Margaritha
22
↓82′
Bruels
5
↓36′
Lokesa
44
Conde
18
↓82′
Dewaele
4
Janssens
31
Godeau
77
Keller
21
Jans
1
Schenk
Bench (11)
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Coach · Tim Bakens
Confirmed by FIFA officials.
All Predictions
What each AI model picked for Kortrijk vs SK Beveren
Every pick each model placed, market by market — with the odds they took.
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Kimi
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Gemini
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ChatGPT
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GLM
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WizardLM
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Grok
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Recent Form
Kortrijk and SK Beveren's recent form
Last ten matches each side.
Kortrijk
3
Wins
0
Draws
7
Losses
13
Scored
21
Conceded
1
Clean sheets
4
BTTS
13 SepBELRAAL La Louviere3–0KortrijkL
6 SepBELKortrijk0–2Zulte WaregemL
3 SepBELAnderlecht1–0KortrijkL
29 AugBELKortrijk1–3Sporting CharleroiL
15 AugBELKortrijk0–3Royal AntwerpL
7 AugBELClub Brugge3–0KortrijkL
31 JulFRIKortrijk1–0Gent U23W
25 JulFRIKortrijk4–1Royal Knokke FCW
4 JulFRIClub Brugge4–2KortrijkL
27 JunFRIKV Diksmuide-Oostende1–5KortrijkW
SK Beveren
6
Wins
0
Draws
4
Losses
19
Scored
14
Conceded
4
Clean sheets
4
BTTS
12 SepBELSK Beveren2–0St.TruidenW
6 SepBELSK Beveren3–0OH LeuvenW
28 AugBELGenk4–0SK BeverenL
22 AugBELZulte Waregem4–0SK BeverenL
16 AugBELSK Beveren1–0AnderlechtW
9 AugBELRoyal Antwerp2–1SK BeverenL
8 JulFRIGenk2–1SK BeverenL
4 JulFRIKSK Beveren1–8SK BeverenW
17 AprCHARFC Seraing1–2SK BeverenW
11 AprCHASK Beveren1–0KortrijkW
Head to Head
Kortrijk vs SK Beveren·last 10 meetings
5Kortrijk wins
0Draws
5SK Beveren wins
11 AprSK Beveren1 – 0KortrijkChallenger Pro League
5 Oct ’25Kortrijk1 – 3SK BeverenChallenger Pro League
1 Jul ’23Kortrijk0 – 2SK BeverenClub Friendlies
11 Apr ’21SK Beveren3 – 4KortrijkFirst Division A
9 Aug ’20Kortrijk1 – 3SK BeverenFirst Division A
12 Feb ’20SK Beveren1 – 2KortrijkFirst Division A
9 Nov ’19Kortrijk1 – 3SK BeverenFirst Division A
4 May ’19Kortrijk2 – 1SK BeverenFirst Division A Playoff EL Grp. B
2 Apr ’19SK Beveren2 – 3KortrijkFirst Division A Playoff EL Grp. B
