01 · 2 legs
Safe
- Double chance Gent or draw (X2)70%
- Under 3.5 goals76%
Belgian Pro LeagueStade du Tivoli, La Louvière21°0,3 mm12 km/h
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La LouvièreOscar Nilsson · · How the predictions work
KAA Gent's 44% win probability sets the tone for their clash against RAAL La Louviere. While the head-to-head encounters are limited, with only two matches played since 2023, and hardly a reliable source of prediction, they make for intriguing context. KAA Gent has managed a draw and a win, echoing their slightly dominant posture against RAAL. However, the small sample size of these meetings means we must lean heavily on current form and expected goals for a sharper analysis.
RAAL La Louviere steps onto the pitch with a model-projected 1.10 expected goals, lagging marginally behind Gent's 1.37. With a tight expected goals margin, the game is poised to be a closely contested affair. Historical trends might suggest a low-scoring game, especially considering the most likely scorelines: a 1-1 draw, followed by a slender 0-1 win for Gent. Notably, the probability of only a single goal being scored across the entire match is underscored by the model's 45% chance of over 2.5 goals—suggesting a lean towards a more reserved scoreline.
RAAL La Louviere appears as the underdog, yet not overwhelmingly so. Their 29% chance of winning is not negligible, but with both teams having a 50% probability of scoring, it could very well be a razor-thin margin that decides this contest. The draw, clocking in at 28%, remains a formidable outcome, with the 1-1 scoreline being the likeliest scenario at 13%.
The real betting value emerges in the under goals market. Pinnacle offers under 2.5 goals at odds of 1.917, presenting a 6% edge as calculated by the model, a smart angle for those pondering a cagey encounter. Additionally, an unlikely goalless draw could be a punt worth considering, with both Betsafe and Betsson offering odds of 12.0 for under 0.5 goals—a luxurious price with a subtle 6% edge. As always in football betting, it's these slivers of value that could make all the difference.
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| Bookmaker | 1 · La Louvière | X | 2 · Gent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Betfair Exchange | 3.10 | 3.40 | EV+ 1% 2.32 |
| Betsafe | 3.00 | 3.35 | 2.28 |
| Betsson | 3.00 | 3.35 | 2.28 |
| Nordicbet | 3.00 | 3.35 | 2.28 |
| Paddy Power | 3.00 | 3.25 | 2.20 |
| Pinnacle | 3.02 | 3.51 | 2.28 |
Odds updated 13 Aug, 14:36
2.88 → 3.02
3.51 → 3.51
2.37 → 2.28
1.90 → 1.91
Pinnacle · 3 recorded price levels · 10/08/2026 → 12/08/2026 · fixed scale 5 percentage points
Head-to-head based on Belgian Pro League data since 2023.
Solid line = created (xG), dashed = conceded (xGA).
Last 5 matches. Circle size = pass volume, line width = combinations between players. Attacking left to right.
The same network weighted by offensive threat (xT): circle size = threat created by the player, line width = threat of the combinations. Last 5 matches, attacking left to right.
| The goalkeepers | Salomon Patrick Amougou Nkoa (La Louvière) | Davy Roef (Gent) |
|---|---|---|
| Saves | 7 | 2 |
| Save % | 100% | 100% |
| xG prevented | 100% | 100% |
| Claims | 0 (0%) | 0 (0%) |
The model gives Gent a 44% win probability. Full 1X2 picture: La Louvière 29%, draw 28%, Gent 44%.
The model's most likely final score is 1-1 at 13% probability.
The model rates over 2.5 goals at 45% and under at 55%.
The probability of both teams scoring is 50% according to the model.
The same rules as the bookmakers’ builders: legs that contradict or already follow from your slip cannot be combined — for example correct score 2–1 with under 2.5 goals. The difference is that we don’t look the rules up in a table; we compute them straight from the score matrix.
Predictions come from PlaymakerAI's match model and reflect the model's assessment — not betting advice. Gamble responsibly.