As the Belgian Pro League enters Matchday 6, the fixtures from 26 August to 2 September 2025 promise an exciting weekend of football, with several key clashes affecting both title aspirations and relegation battles.
Friday kicks off with Cercle Brugge hosting Sint-Truiden at 19:45. Cercle, currently mid-table, will be looking to secure vital points against a Sint-Truiden side that has struggled for form early in the season. This match could be crucial as both teams aim to distance themselves from the relegation zone.
On Saturday, Mechelen welcomes La Louvière at 15:00. With both teams in need of points to bolster their prospects, this encounter could be tightly contested. At 17:15, Westerlo takes on Antwerp, where the latter will be keen to maintain their position near the top of the table. Antwerp, boasting a strong start, are favorites, but Westerlo will seek to capitalize on home advantage.
Later that evening, Sporting Charleroi faces Dender at 19:45. Charleroi, having shown inconsistencies, will aim for a decisive win to keep their European ambitions alive.
Sunday sees a packed schedule, starting with Gent hosting Club Brugge at 12:30. This clash of traditional rivals is likely to draw significant attention, with Brugge looking to assert their title credentials. At 15:00, OH Leuven takes on Standard Liège, while Union Saint-Gilloise faces Anderlecht at 17:30 in what promises to be an enthralling matchup, given both teams’ ambitions for European competition.
The round concludes with Genk versus Zulte-Waregem at 18:15. Genk, traditionally strong at home, will be expected to secure three points against a struggling Zulte-Waregem side.
With so much at stake, fans can expect a thrilling weekend of Belgian football with potential implications for both the title race and relegation scrap.