Zelzate vs Merelbeke: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Zelzate prepare to host Merelbeke on February 20, 2026, with kick-off at 20:00, this BELGIUM: First Amateur Division, VV fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Zelzate, currently 10th in the standings with 27 points from 21 games, trail the leaders by 15 points. They've earned 12 points from 10 home games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 9 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 13 goals scored.

Merelbeke, sitting 12th with 24 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 9 points from 10 games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 8 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 12 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Zelzate and Merelbeke have favored Merelbeke, with Merelbeke claiming victory in their most recent clash (0-2). Recent clashes between the two teams have been closely contested.

In their previous league match against Sporting Hasselt, Zelzate recorded a 0-0 draw while lining up in a standard formation.

Merelbeke's last outing came against Sporting Hasselt, where they secured a 4-1 victory using a standard system.

Looking ahead, Zelzate are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Zelzate and Merelbeke are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: Zelzate's fixtures have averaged 4 goals per game, with 7 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. Merelbeke's games average 3.5 goals, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 80% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect goals at both ends.

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