Union Saint-Gilloise vs KV Mechelen Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips

Union Saint-Gilloise vs KV Mechelen Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips

Match Details: January 17, 2026 | Stade Joseph Marien | Jupiler Pro League | 19:45 GMT

We come to you with action from the Belgian Jupiler Pro League in an important clash as the season begins to heat up with the division closing in on its split to the championship and relegation rounds. Mechelen continue their bid for a historic top six in the regular, but a tricky trip to league leaders Union Saint-Gilloise could halt them in their tracks and give them a reality check.

After almost a month break over Christmas, the Belgian Pro League reignites this weekend. USG found themselves back in action midweek with a cup tie against FCV Dender – a game they won 2-0. Mechelen’s last game was also against FCV Dender, but in the league back in December, where they drew 1-1 at home.

We believe that this match has the tools be an enticing tie. Football Park believes that this game should side with the favourites, and we are backing a USG win.

Key Betting Tip: USG to win at 1.30 odds on Kwiff represents excellent value based on the tip provided by our algorithm.

This match looks exciting from the outlook of a home win. This looks rather straightforward on paper. Union St Gilloise are being pushed by Club Brugge, who are just one point behind them, but regardless they do look well-set for back-to-back first division titles.

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Union Saint-Gilloise vs KV Mechelen Lineups

USG Predicted XI (3-4-2-1): Kjell Scherpen; Mamdou Barry, Ross Sykes, Kevin Mac Allister; Guilherme Smith, Mathias Rasmussen, Kamiel van de Perre, Anan Khalaili; Anouar Ait El Hadj, Kevin Rodriguez; Promise David.

Team News: After receiving a red card on the final match before the winter break, Christian Burgess will miss this fixture, while Raul Florucz will also be sidelined, after coming off injured in the week.

Mechelen Predicted XI (3-4-1-2): Nacho Miras; Redouane Halhal, Mory Konate, Tommy St Jago; Moncef Zekri, Fredrik Hammar, Mathis Servais, Therence Koudou; Halil Ozdemir; Myron van Brederode, Lion Lauberbach.

Team News: As for the visitors, defender Gora Diouf will miss the clash through suspension, while Benito Raman, Jose Marsa and Ortwin de Wolf will also be out.

Union Saint-Gilloise vs KV Mechelen: League Story So Far

Union St Gilloise have once again been in great form this season, and they also find themselves just a single point off a spot in the Champions League playoff round. Conceding just 12 goals all campaign, they are also the highest scorers with Brugge this term, as the two sides look like they will battle it out for the league crown in May.

For the first time since gaining promotion back to the topflight in 2019, Mechelen find themselves just 10 matches off earning a spot in the championship round. They have managed to record eight wins and seven draws, being defeated just five times. This sees them in fifth place, four points ahead of Royal Antwerp in seventh.

Union Saint-Gilloise vs KV Mechelen Head-to-Head Timeline

Recent Head-to-Head Results:

In the last 15 years, these sides have met on 19 occasions, with Mechelen having a strong record in their historical meetings with 10 wins to USG’s five. In recent times, Union SG do not have an ideal track record in the competition, winning just one of the pair last five meetings, while Mechelen have secured two.

• November 9, 2025: Mechelen 1-1 Union SG
• February 16, 2025: Union SG 0-1 Mechelen
• November 2, 2024: Mechelen 1-1 Union SG
• December 17, 2023: Union SG 1-0 Mechelen
• August 19, 2023: Mechelen 4-0 Union SG

Union Saint-Gilloise and KV Mechelen: Recent Matches Analysis

Union SG Last 5 Matches:

• Union SG 2-0 FCV Dender (A) - Belgian Cup
• Union SG 1-1 Cercle Brugge (A)
• Union SG 2-0 Zulte Waregem (H)
• Union SG 1-1 Sporting Charleroi (A)
• Union SG 2-3 Marseille (H) - Champions League

Since narrowly missing out on what could have been a remarkable win in Europe over French juggernauts Marseille, Union Saint-Gilloise have bounced back well, coming into this fixture unbeaten in their last four. They have scored eight goals in this time, conceding just five, proving how strong they have defensively this term.

Mechelen Last 5 Matches:

• Mechelen 1-1 FCV Dender (H)
• Mechelen 0-1 St Truiden (A)
• Mechelen 3-2 Cercle Brugge (A)
• Mechelen 1-0 Sporting Charleroi (H)
• Mechelen 0-2 Sporting Charleroi (A) - Belgian Cup

Both sides have faced some similar opposition in recent weeks, and Mechelen have not shied away from facing some strong sides. St Truiden are another side defying expectations who are also looking for a spot in the top six, where Mechelen fell short by a goal to nil. There have won two of their last four matches regardless, and look good coming into the business of the regular season.

Union Saint-Gilloise vs KV Mechelen Predictions

Our advanced algorithm analyses over 200 data points to generate these predictions with confidence in a home victory. The model factors in current form, head-to-head records, player availability, and tactical matchups.

Best Union Saint-Gilloise vs KV Mechelen Betting Tips

Football Park’s Best Bet: Union SG to win @ 1.30 - Recent form suggests confidence in a home victory. With a staggering 60% chance of a home win according to our incredible in-house algorithm, this seems like a strong value option.

Key Players to Watch: Union Saint-Gilloise vs KV Mechelen

Promise David (Union SG): In a side which have performed spectacularly at both ends of the field and who are also unbeaten at home this campaign, it is Promise David who they rely on keep up their strong results. The Canadian forward has bagged eight goals this season, with three coming in his last four appearances.

Nacho Miras (Mechelen): In a side which haven’t scored a lot of goals this season, it is a matter of their impressive and consistent display defensively which has allowed them to give themselves a strong chance at a top six finish. The Mechelen goalkeeper has been at the forefront of the impressive backline, with the Spaniard racking up four clean sheets in just 15 appearances, also saving a penalty along the way.

Union Saint-Gilloise vs KV Mechelen Match Facts

Referee: Information not available.

Broadcast Details:

UK/INT’L: DAZN, DAZN UK at 19:45 GMT.

Stadium Information: Located in Brussels, Belgium, the Stade Joseph Marien can hold up to just over 9,000 supporters, and this venue is expected to be packed in what could be a season-defining clash for both

Union Saint-Gilloise vs KV Mechelen: Final Prediction

Union Saint-Gilloise 2-0 KV Mechelen