Last season ended on a disappointing note for R.S.C. Anderlecht, with the team missing out on silverware. However, they secured a top-four finish in the Belgian league and qualified for the UEFA Europa League play-offs. Facing Häcken, they are expected to secure a favourable result, especially with an extended pre-season providing a solid foundation for match sharpness.
R.S.C. Anderlecht
Since late June, R.S.C. Anderlecht have featured in five friendly fixtures, winning three and remaining unbeaten throughout. On the penultimate Saturday, the squad dismantled Dordrecht in a commanding 5:0 victory, with Luis Vasquez netting twice — a performance that rekindled optimism about his progress following his transfer from Boca Juniors. Only Killian Sardella and Ilay Camara are unavailable, and with a squad valuation of €103.8 million compared to Häcken’s €20.2 million, the team possess the depth and quality to make their superiority count.
BK Häcken
Häcken have faced difficulties in their domestic campaign. A goalless draw against Halmstads over the weekend left them eighth in the standings, ten points adrift of the top three. They have conceded 25 goals in 16 league appearances — the worst defensive record among Sweden’s top ten teams. In the previous qualifying round against Spartak Trnava (3:2 on aggregate), Häcken struggled to preserve the advantage gained in the first leg.
R.S.C. Anderlecht vs BK Häcken Prediction
Progressing to the group stage of the UEFA Europa League is a clear objective for Anderlecht. While Häcken may pose occasional challenges, the Belgians are expected to control proceedings from the outset.
