Defending champions Club Brugge will expect nothing less than victory on Boxing Day.
Nicky Hayen’s side drew 2-2 with Union Saint-Gilloise last weekend and they cannot afford to drop many more points in their quest to retain the title.
Westerlo enjoyed a stunning start to the 2024-25 campaign but have really tailed off in recent weeks.
So, here is betFIRST’s full match preview for the intriguing Matchday 20 encounter.
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Club Brugge vs Westerlo Preview
Club Brugge will be well aware that anything but a convincing win on Boxing Day will attract criticism from all angles.
Genk are now three points clear at the top of the table after their 2-0 win over Anderlecht.
But Club Brugge will still be buoyed by their crucial 2-0 win over Genk on Matchday 18, a result which could prove pivotal come the end of the season.
Hayen’s side have also displayed their quality in the Champions League, claiming vital wins over Aston Villa and Sporting Lisbon.
A place in the play-offs of that competition is certainly on the cards and a positive European campaign could ultimately prove beneficial to their domestic aspirations.
With star names everywhere you look in the squad, Club Brugge should have far too much for a struggling Westerlo side.
The early pace setters are four without a win in the Pro League and in serious danger of falling into mid-table obscurity.
Westerlo are currently five points off the top six and need to get back to winning ways as soon as possible.
But against Club Brugge away from home, Matchday 20 may not be the start of their comeback.
Club Brugge vs Westerlo Odds
*All odds are subject to change
Hosts Club Brugge are huge favourites for victory here, currently at odds of 1.28. Westerlo are priced at 10.00, while the draw is 6.25.
Club Brugge vs Westerlo Betting Tips
Club Brugge to score over 2.5 goals @ 1.86
The home side have so much attacking talent and this could end up being a walk in the park. Club Brugge have scored two or more goals in their last five matches across all competitions and if things click up top, they could put four or five past Westerlo.
Both teams to score – No @ 2.05
Westerlo, of course, have the tools to put up a fight in this fixture, but goals have not been easy to come by of late. In fact, they have scored only three in their last four matches, hence why we are opting for this BTTS bet.
Club Brugge to win the first half @ 1.66
If you wish to boost the odds with regard to a Club Brugge win, this could be the market. Expect the hosts to take the game to Westerlo early on, with goals potentially flowing on Boxing Day at the Jan Breydel Stadium!
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