Leuven vs Charleroi Prediction & Tips
Leuven, who finished eleventh last season, make their debut in this edition against Charleroi. The team led by David Hubert has made several signings aimed at strengthening the squad and increasing internal competitiveness. In addition, Banzuzi Ezechiel —a striker and one of last season’s star players— was transferred to Leipzig.
The season started earlier for Charleroi: on 24 July, the Belgians played the first leg of the Conference League qualifying round against Swedish side Hammarby. The match ended in a goalless draw, marked by intensity, fighting spirit and no fewer than nine yellow cards.
The squad, compared to last season, has remained almost intact. Rik De Mil’s players are well aware of their coach’s demands, something that was evident in the preseason: the team played four friendlies, winning three and drawing one with many goals. In those four games, Charleroi scored 10 goals and conceded 5, conceding at least one goal in each game.
