**Lokeren's hot streak meets Virton's solid form** — this is a proper midtable tussle in Belgium's second tier where both sides have found their rhythm 🔥

Lokeren are riding **3 wins in their last 5**, though a couple of heavy defeats show they can leak goals fast. Virton have been equally impressive with 3 wins and a draw, keeping things tight defensively while grinding out results.

Key storylines:

- **Lokeren's attack vs Virton's backline**: Lokeren scored 6 away at RSCA Futures but also conceded 4 at home to Jong Genk — clinical finishing will decide this
- **Virton's balance**: They've won narrow matches (3-0, 1-0) and draw resilience into their formula, but Lokeren's firepower on a good day is a test
- **Form trajectory**: Both teams sit comfortably — this is about who keeps momentum rolling into the final third of the season

Expected lineups:

- **KSC Lokeren**: S. Vervacke, J. Palacios, A. Spegelaere, J. Lietaert, M. Pau, R. V. d. Bergh, S. V. Aerschot, M. D. Mbenga, A. Brrou, V. Mabanza
- **Royal Excelsior Virton**: C. De Schrevel, E. Kari, A. Tchaptchet, T. Mézague, J. Ntenda, S. Assengue, G. Arib, A. Dembele, P. Wade, A. Hachem

Prediction:

**1-1 draw** — both teams have the quality to score but neither is breaking down the other convincingly. Expect a cagey second half 🤐