Jupiler Pro League: From the title race to the battle for survival – The final stretch of the regular season

A week after a thrilling Super Sunday, Belgian football is gearing up for another intense Sunday with the final chapter of the regular season. The 30th matchday promises plenty of twists and turns.

Whether it’s the title race, European spots, or the relegation battle, every team will be fighting tooth and nail to secure the best possible position heading into the playoffs.

Get ready for an electrifying finish! And to make the most of this football spectacle, here’s a breakdown of the stakes to help you make the best bets on GoldenVegas Sport.

Bruges, Anderlecht, and Antwerp will be rooting for Union

The must-watch match of the weekend is undoubtedly Genk vs. Union Saint-Gilloise. As a preview of the Championship Playoffs, the league leaders face off against the third-placed team. Genk, already assured of finishing the regular season at the top, will aim for a psychological edge before the final sprint. Meanwhile, Tolu Arokodare will be eager to extend his lead as the league’s top scorer.

Union Saint-Gilloise, on the other hand, will want to continue their impressive run. Since their unexpected loss to Mechelen (0-1) three weeks ago, Sébastien Pocognoli’s men have been unstoppable, securing dominant wins against Anderlecht (0-2), Dender (4-1), and Standard Liège (3-0).

The other title contenders face tough challenges this weekend. Club Bruges hosts Charleroi, a seemingly manageable opponent, but Bruges may still be feeling the effects of their exhausting Champions League clash against Aston Villa, where they played almost the entire match with ten men. At the Lotto Park, Anderlecht will battle against Cercle Brugge, who are fighting for survival in the league.

Meanwhile, Antwerp travels to Standard Liège. The Rouches are out of the top six race, but playing at Sclessin is always a challenge. Especially considering Antwerp’s current struggles—they recently changed their coach and haven’t won since February 15.

All these teams will be backing Union Saint-Gilloise, hoping that Genk’s nine-point lead over Club Bruges shrinks further before the points are halved for the playoffs.

So, who will you bet on in the thrilling title race?

5 teams battling for 2 places in hell

Proof that this season has been fiercely contested until the very end: six teams are still fighting to avoid the dreaded playdowns. However, it would take an extraordinary turn of events for Mechelen to be dragged into the danger zone. Thanks to their crucial win at Charleroi last week, their superior goal difference and overall victories, they are all but safe. For them to end up in the relegation playoffs, all their direct rivals would need to win while they suffer an unthinkable 11-0 defeat against Dender.

Speaking of Dender, they will be stepping onto the pitch with fear in their stomachs. The club from Denderhoutem has barely been in the relegation zone all season, but that might not be enough to keep them safe. Meanwhile, Felice Mazzù’s Sint-Truiden faces a tough away match at Leuven, who also need to secure their spot in the Jupiler Pro League, and Cercle Brugge will battle it out against Anderlecht, hoping for a last-minute escape.

One thing is certain: these matches will be filled with tension. And when it comes to thrilling drama, this is where the most unpredictable events could unfold. Who will survive and enjoy a stress-free end to the season? Will it be Westerlo, Leuven, Dender, Cercle Brugge, or Sint-Truiden? Place your bets responsibly and witness the drama unfold!

For others, a more peaceful Sunday

Some teams will experience a less stressful weekend—or maybe not. Even though they are sitting at the bottom of the standings, Kortrijk found a glimmer of hope after defeating Leuven last weekend (2-0). A year ago, at the same stage of the season, the Kerels pulled off an unexpected victory on Anderlecht's turf.

That win turned out to be crucial in their remarkable survival campaign. Can they pull off another miracle this time against Gent, who have already secured their spot in the Champions Playoffs? If they do, it would be the perfect boost to close the current eight-point gap separating them from 14th place. Meanwhile, facing an even more difficult situation, Beerschot will be looking to end on a high note at home against Westerlo.

For the other teams in the Jupiler Pro League, especially those set to compete in the Playoffs 2, the stakes won’t be as high. Why? Because their points will also be halved, and the gap between the 7th and 12th places is only six points. That means the real battle will begin in two weeks when this mini-tournament kicks off.

But you don’t have to wait that long to enjoy the excitement! Golden Vegas Sport has a 25% Betxtra Live bonus for these matches. Take advantage of it and predict the twists and turns of this thrilling final day of the Pro League!