KV Mechelen v AS Eupen prediction
Team pages: KV Mechelen · AS Eupen · Head-to-head
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TACTIX’s model makes Draw or Away the free pick for KV Mechelen v AS Eupen, Cup on Sun, 18 Oct 2026 12:30 BST.
The match
KV Mechelen host AS Eupen in Cup on Sunday 18 October (kick-off 12:30 UK); the model’s free pick is the draw or AS Eupen, a Bronze-tier call.
The key numbers
AS Eupen have scored in 10 consecutive matches. AS Eupen have won their last five matches.
Form and the table
10 of KV Mechelen’s last 15 results went over 2.5 goals (67%). Both teams scored in seven of KV Mechelen’s last 15 results (47%). At home, KV Mechelen have two wins, two draws and three defeats in their last 7 home matches — 1.14 points per game, scoring 1.57 and conceding 2.43.
Eight of AS Eupen’s last 15 results went over 2.5 goals (53%). Both teams scored in seven of AS Eupen’s last 15 results (47%). Away from home, AS Eupen have six wins, one draw and two defeats in their last 9 away matches — 2.11 points per game, scoring 1.33 and conceding 0.78.
TACTIX’s Glicko-2 team ratings have KV Mechelen the stronger side, 39 rating points above AS Eupen (KV Mechelen 1948, AS Eupen 1909, after at least 17 rated matches each).
Head-to-head
The most recent meeting, on 4 February 2024, finished AS Eupen 0–1 KV Mechelen.
Team news
By TACTIX Impact, M. van Brederode (4.8 per match over eight appearances, three goals) and F. Hammar (4.1 per match over eight appearances) have been KV Mechelen’s most influential players 2026/27, all competitions. In numbers for KV Mechelen (2026/27, all competitions, before kick-off), M. van Brederode averages 0.6 shots per 90 over 720 minutes, with a shot in three of the last eight appearances. F. Hammar averages 0.3 key passes per 90 over 672 minutes, with a key pass in two of the last eight appearances.
By TACTIX Impact, Y. Van Genechten (4.4 per match over five appearances, two assists) and A. Lejoly (4.1 per match over four appearances) have been AS Eupen’s most influential players 2026/27, all competitions. In numbers for AS Eupen (2026/27, all competitions, before kick-off), Y. Van Genechten averages 2.6 tackles per 90 over 450 minutes, with a tackle in five of the last five appearances. A. Lejoly averages 2.5 saves per 90 over 360 minutes.
Written from the matches TACTIX holds for both sides; each figure names the games it is counted over.
The numbers
- Kick-off: · Cup
- Model coverage: 19 markets priced for this fixture
- Head-to-head (last 6): KV Mechelen 3 · draws 1 · AS Eupen 2 · 2.33 goals/game
- Recent form: KV Mechelen 1W 2D 2L · AS Eupen 5W 0D 0L
KV Mechelen v AS Eupen (Cup): the key numbers are on this page — and TACTIX’s live, market-by-market track record is one click away (as of 18 October 2026). See the live track record →
Key stats
Per game, last 8 completed matches, to 11 October 2026. Over/under figures use standard thresholds, not bookmaker lines.
| Per game | KV Mechelen for / against | Line | AS Eupen for / against |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals scored | 1.13 for · 2.13 against n 8 Last 5 | 3.25our book | 1.88 for · 0.88 against n 8 Last 5 |
| Corners won | 4.63 for · 4.25 against n 8 Last 5 | 9.5standard | 5.8 for · 4.4 against n 5 Last 5 |
| Shots | 11.38 for · 14.63 against n 8 Last 5 | 19.5standard | 13.8 for · 12 against n 5 Last 5 |
| Shots on target | 3.13 for · 5 against n 8 Last 5 | 8.5standard | 5 for · 4 against n 5 Last 5 |
| Fouls committed | 12.25 for · 13.88 against n 8 Last 5 | 21.5standard | 14.4 for · 13 against n 5 Last 5 |
| Cards shown | 1.63 for · 2.13 against n 8 Last 5 | 3.5standard | 2.5 for · 2.5 against n 6 Last 5 |
KV Mechelen
| Player | Mins | Fouls committed 1+2+ | Fouls won 1+2+ | Likely duel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| F. Hammar n 8 | 84 | 2.4 | 1.3 | — |
| S. Michez n 8 | 47.1 | 2.1 | 2.6 | — |
| Marco Decherf n 8 | 42.5 | 2.1 | 0.3 | — |
| M. Lohunanu-Mbasi n 7 | 38.7 | 2 | 3.3 | — |
| M. Zekri n 8 | 45.3 | 1.7 | 0.7 | — |
| Player | Mins | Shots 1+2+ | Shots on target 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adeshina Ayodele n 4 | 27.3 | 4.1 | 3.3 |
| B. Antonio n 8 | 23.8 | 2.4 | 0.9 |
| K. Van Rafelghem n 8 | 33.9 | 2 | 0.3 |
| Marco Decherf n 8 | 42.5 | 1.6 | 0.8 |
| B. Raman n 8 | 40.1 | 1.4 | 0.8 |
| Player | Mins | Goals 1+2+ | Assists 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marco Decherf n 8 | 42.5 | 0.3 | 0.5 |
| Adeshina Ayodele n 4 | 27.3 | 0.8 | 0 |
| M. van Brederode n 8 | 90 | 0.4 | 0 |
| B. Bafdili n 8 | 31.3 | 0 | 0.4 |
| B. Raman n 8 | 40.1 | 0.3 | 0 |
| Player | Mins | Tackles 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|
| F. Hammar n 8 | 84 | 4.6 |
| Cedric Jan Van Meirvenne n 8 | 43.9 | 3.3 |
| Dennis Praet n 8 | 73.5 | 2.9 |
| D. Salifou n 8 | 53.4 | 2.7 |
| S. Michez n 8 | 47.1 | 2.6 |
| Player | Mins | Saves 2+3+ |
|---|---|---|
| Nacho Mirás n 8 | 90 | 2.9 |
AS Eupen
| Player | Mins | Fouls committed 1+2+ | Fouls won 1+2+ | Likely duel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| L. Youndje n 8 | 23.8 | 2.8 | 0.9 | — |
| A. Keita n 8 | 59.4 | 2.7 | 1.5 | — |
| M. Fixelles n 8 | 79.8 | 2.4 | 1.7 | — |
| L. Delaurier-Chaubet n 8 | 53.9 | 2.3 | 1 | — |
| Théo Maréchal n 6 | 28.5 | 2.1 | 0 | — |
| Player | Mins | Shots 1+2+ | Shots on target 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| B. Simakala n 6 | 58 | 4.7 | 1.8 |
| B. Caliskan n 4 | 27.3 | 3.3 | 0.8 |
| I. Nuhu n 8 | 56.8 | 3 | 1 |
| R. Di Matteo n 5 | 32.6 | 2.2 | 1.1 |
| Sandro Vidigal n 8 | 33.9 | 1.7 | 1 |
| Player | Mins | Goals 1+2+ | Assists 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| B. Simakala n 6 | 58 | 0.5 | 0.5 |
| I. Nuhu n 8 | 56.8 | 0.6 | 0.4 |
| B. Caliskan n 4 | 27.3 | 0.8 | 0 |
| Sandro Vidigal n 8 | 33.9 | 0.3 | 0.3 |
| R. Di Matteo n 5 | 32.6 | 0.6 | 0 |
| Player | Mins | Tackles 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|
| L. Youndje n 8 | 23.8 | 4.3 |
| Mark Müller n 8 | 69.9 | 3.7 |
| M. Fixelles n 8 | 79.8 | 3.5 |
| Y. Van Genechten n 8 | 82.8 | 2.4 |
| A. Keita n 8 | 59.4 | 2.3 |
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Form, head-to-head & standings
The numbers behind KV Mechelen v AS Eupen — recent results, past meetings and where each side sits. (TACTIX’s model forecast is in the projections below.)
- 2024-02-04 AS Eupen 0–1 KV Mechelen
- 2023-09-02 KV Mechelen 1–0 AS Eupen
- 2023-02-10 AS Eupen 2–1 KV Mechelen
- 2022-10-22 KV Mechelen 2–1 AS Eupen
- 2022-03-19 AS Eupen 1–1 KV Mechelen
- 2021-12-22 KV Mechelen 1–3 AS Eupen
Frequently asked questions
- Who is predicted to win KV Mechelen v AS Eupen?
- TACTIX’s free model pick for KV Mechelen v AS Eupen is Draw or Away (best price 2.10 at Betfair).
- What is the head-to-head record between KV Mechelen and AS Eupen?
- In their last 6 meetings, KV Mechelen won 3, AS Eupen won 2 and there was 1 draw, averaging 2.33 goals per game.
- What is the recent form of KV Mechelen and AS Eupen?
- Recent form — KV Mechelen 1W 2D 2L; AS Eupen 5W 0D 0L.
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