**Anderlecht vs Mechelen: Belgian Jupiler Pro League Round 13 Preview**
Anderlecht and Mechelen will battle for three crucial points in the Belgian Jupiler Pro League round 13 clash on Saturday, November 1st. The match is set to take place at Lotto Park.
The home side will be looking to build on their recent 2-0 victory over Ninove in the Belgian Cup, also played at Lotto Park midweek. Adriano Bertaccini and Cesar Valera scored first-half goals to help Anderlecht advance to the next round.
Meanwhile, KV Mechelen claimed a 2-1 comeback win at home against K. Lierse, also in the Cup. Mauro Lenaerts put the visitors ahead midway through the first half. However, Lion Lauberbach, who came off the bench at halftime, leveled the score four minutes into the second half. Myron van Brederode then scored the match-winner in the 74th minute.
Following this victory, Mechelen will now shift their focus back to the league, where their last game ended in a 1-1 draw at home to Leuven. Anderlecht, on the other hand, suffered a 1-0 defeat away to Charleroi in their most recent league outing. This loss saw the Purple and White drop to fifth place in the standings with 19 points from 12 games. Mechelen sit one spot and one point above Anderlecht.
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### Anderlecht vs Mechelen Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
– Anderlecht have won 57 of the last 104 head-to-head encounters.
– Mechelen have triumphed 18 times, while 29 matches ended in draws.
– Their most recent meeting came in January 2025, with Anderlecht securing a convincing 4-1 home victory.
– The last six head-to-head games have seen goals at both ends and featured three or more goals per match.
– However, twelve of Anderlecht’s last 13 games across all competitions have produced fewer than three goals.
– Meanwhile, eight of Mechelen’s last 10 competitive matches have seen both teams score.
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### Match Prediction: Anderlecht vs Mechelen
Anderlecht have struggled for consistency this season, mirroring their recent years’ form. They have won only two of their last eight league matches, drawing four. Additionally, five of their last seven games have ended with one side keeping a clean sheet.
Mechelen have been in better form, losing just once in their last eight matches across all competitions, with four wins.
Considering the current form and defensive strengths, backing Anderlecht to claim a narrow 1-0 home win and keep a clean sheet looks to be the most sensible prediction.
**Prediction: Anderlecht 1-0 Mechelen**
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### Anderlecht vs Mechelen Betting Tips
– Tip 1: Anderlecht to win
– Tip 2: Both teams to score — No
– Tip 3: Under 2.5 goals
Stay tuned for what promises to be an exciting Belgian league clash at Lotto Park!
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