Recap
KV Mechelen continue to be severely affected by injuries and coach Fred Vanderbiest has been handed further bad news following the latest home match against Westerlo. Mechelen will now be without nine players:
❌ Ayodele (4/1)
❌ Vanrafelghem (3/0)
❌ Salifou (2/0)
❌ Struyf (2/0)
❌ Diouf (1/0)
❌ Hjelde (1/0)
❌ St. Jago
❌ Van Ingelgom
❌ Ozdemir
The situation is reflected in their results, with Mechelen still searching for their first victory after five rounds (0-2-3). They have also conceded more goals than any other team in the league, highlighting just how vulnerable they have been defensively.
Anderlecht have shown signs of improvement after a difficult start. Following two consecutive away defeats, they secured a win over Kortrijk before earning a draw against Genk. This trip to Achter de Kazerne represents an excellent opportunity to finally register their first away victory of the season.
Anderlecht also have a strong recent record at this venue, winning four of their last six visits to Mechelen. I believe Anderlecht have a very good opportunity to take all three points.