Gent vs Kortrijk: the numbers, the form and our prediction
Our model makes Gent the pick at 60% for Gent vs Kortrijk. Form trajectory, comparison data, head-to-head and the reasoning behind the call.
The fixture at a glance
Kortrijk travel to Gent on 8 November 2026 at Planet Group Arena, Gent. Gent are the model's favourite, with a win probability of roughly 60%. This matchday 11 fixture in Jupiler Pro League is listed as Gent - Kortrijk. Kick-off is 15:00 UTC.
Form analysis and trajectory
Gent: they come in on the back of a defeat, following two wins, one draw and one defeat before that. That is two wins, one draw and two defeats from the last five, worth 7 points. Across those five they scored eight and conceded seven, with two clean sheets. That is reflected in a form rating of 61.6 out of 100, and they sit 3rd on a goal difference of +13.
Kortrijk: they come in on the back of a draw, following one win, one draw and two defeats before that. That is one win, two draws and two defeats from the last five, worth 5 points. It leaves them three games without a win. Across those five they scored four and conceded nine, with one clean sheet. That is reflected in a form rating of 34.3 out of 100, and they sit 18th on a goal difference of -16.
Comparison data
| Statistic | Gent | Kortrijk |
|---|---|---|
| League position | 3rd | 18th |
| Goal difference | +13 | -16 |
| Form (last 5, most recent first) | LWLDW | DLDWL |
| Points from last 5 | 7 | 5 |
| Goals scored / conceded (last 5) | 8 / 7 | 4 / 9 |
| Clean sheets (last 5) | 2 | 1 |
| Form rating (0-100) | 61.6 | 34.3 |
| Players unavailable | 0 | 0 |
| Model win probability | 60% | 16% |
What stands out
- Pre-match form ratings: Gent 61.6 versus Kortrijk 34.3, a gap of 27.2, which aligns with the model's favourite.
- Table gap: 15 places separate them, the kind of margin that usually shows in the first twenty minutes.
- Availability: No absentees listed for either side in our injury feed at the time of writing.
- Goals outlook: A combined scoring line of 1.80, over 2.5 goals at 59% and both teams to score at 57%.
- First goal: Leans Gent's way at 61%.
The call
The model leans firmly towards Gent at 60%, a gap of 37 percentage points to the next outcome. Gent's form line and home advantage back it and the goals line points to over 2.5 goals. Baseline expectation tilts Gent's way, especially at Planet Group Arena.
Everything here is model output and a reading of the form rather than a guarantee — the probabilities are published in full so the reasoning behind the call is visible.
Frequently asked questions
Who is favoured to win the match: Gent or Kortrijk?
Gent, with an implied win probability of roughly 60%. The full split is 60% Gent, 24% the draw and 16% Kortrijk.
When and where is Gent vs Kortrijk being played?
8 November 2026 at Planet Group Arena, Gent, kick-off 15:00 UTC.
Have Gent and Kortrijk met before?
Our records hold no previous meeting between the two sides.
What is the recent form of Gent and Kortrijk?
Gent have taken 7 points from their last five (LWLDW), Kortrijk 5 from theirs (DLDWL). Most recently Gent took a 0-2 defeat away at Lommel United and Kortrijk a 1-1 draw away at Standard Liege.
How many goals are expected in Gent vs Kortrijk?
The model's combined scoring line is 1.80 — 1.60 for Gent and 0.20 for Kortrijk. It rates over 2.5 goals at 59%.
Will both teams score?
The model rates both teams to score at 57%, so its call is yes.