KFC Merelbeke host Houtvenne on Saturday, Apr 3 at 7:30 PM in a top-four clash that could have significant title implications. Both sides are separated by just 3 points in the National Division 1 VV, making this one of the more consequential fixtures of the season.

KFC Merelbeke come into this fixture in mixed form (2W 0D 1L). Houtvenne, meanwhile, arrive in good form (3W 0D 0L recently) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. KFC Merelbeke head into this on the back of a defeat, while Houtvenne arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Head-to-head records offer little separation — KFC Merelbeke and Houtvenne have split their 2 meetings almost evenly (1W–0D–1W). Their last encounter ended in KFC Merelbeke won 2–1. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.5 per game in recent meetings.

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