Cercle Brugge face Royal Antwerp at Jan Breydel Stadion, Brugge on Sunday, Nov 1 at 1:30 PM in a basement battle that neither side can afford to lose. Both clubs are deep in the relegation picture in the Belgian Pro League, and defeat here could prove costly come the end of the season.

Cercle Brugge come into this fixture struggling badly (0W 4L in last 5). Royal Antwerp are struggling badly (0W 4L in last 5), making this a relatively even contest on current form.

Despite playing at home, Cercle Brugge face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Royal Antwerp have won 7 of 10 encounters, with 2 draws. Their last encounter ended in Royal Antwerp won 4–0.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives Cercle Brugge a slight edge, but Royal Antwerp are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.