Antwerp vs Oostende Prediction: Antwerp to right the wrongs

The second leg semi-final match between Antwerp and Oostende is set to unfold at Bosuilstadion. The first leg concluded with a 1-1 draw, setting the stage for an open and highly contested encounter. Which side will seize the opportunity and advance to the next stage?

Antwerp heads into this game after a 2-2 draw in the Jupiler Pro League against Gent. In that match, Antwerp displayed resilience by coming from behind twice, with goals from Jacob Ondrejka and George Ilenikhena. Under the management of Mark van Bommel, Antwerp has found the back of the net 10 times in their last six outings, while they have conceded a total of 5 goals during the same period.

In their recent match, Oostende suffered a league defeat at the hands of Club Brugge KV in a 1-4 encounter. This loss marked their second defeat in recent matches, with a previous setback against RFC Liege. However, Oostende did secure victories against Francis Borains and Lommel SK in their league matches. In the last six clashes, Oostende accumulated a total of seven goals, scoring in each of those instances.

Antwerp finds themselves with little left to achieve this season, and this cup competition stands as their final opportunity to secure a trophy after last year's league win. Oostende demonstrated a commendable performance in the first leg encounter two weeks ago, and in this upcoming match, they will aim to maintain their strength. Despite this, Antwerp holds the advantage as the superior team, especially on their home turf, leading me to support them for the win. While Oostende is expected to be effective in front of goal once again, the away team is likely to register a goal and fiercely contend for their spot until the very end.