Gent vs Kortrijk Prediction: The home team will not drop points

Ghelamco Arena will host the Jupiler Pro League game between Gent and Kortrijk. The two teams secured a win in their last contest. Which team wins this one? Below, I preview this game and offer predictions. 

Gent

Gent played Antwerp in their last league game and they won. In a 0-1 contest, the 83rd-minute Aime Omgba strike was enough to see this team return to winning ways. In the meantime, prior encounters saw this team go unbeaten in consecutive games, a run that extended to five. In that run, this team defeated Real Betis and Beerschot VA, while drawing Genk and Club Brugge. With 45 points this season from 29 matches, Gent sit 6th spot, scored 40 goals and conceded 31.

Kortrijk

Kortrijk played Leuven in their last league game and they won. In a 2-0 contest, Kortrijk scored in each half, with Thierry Ambrose netting twice for his side. However, prior encounters to that win saw this go winless in more than ten games, picking only three draws in that run. Away from home, Kortrijk have not won any of their last 14 matches. With 23 points from 29 matches, Kortrijk sit 15th, five points ahead of bottom placed Beerschot VA.

Expert Betting Tips

Kortrijk are one inconsistent side and I do not expect any surprising play from them even though they are working hard to fight relegation. In the meantime, despite a good start to the season, Gent's level of play has dropped but the narratives have changed in the past few weeks, which makes them a solid contender in this game. This should be a tight contest, as I believe they will still show fighting spirit. Yet, Gent should win this game while they focus on defensive play.

Our first option is a win for Gent with odds at 1.70 on Bet365

Our second option is under 2.5 goals with odds at 2.00 on 1Xbet

Our last option is away team to score no with odds at 2.37 on Betway