Postmatch editorial
Gent followed the pre-match prices
The final score was Gent 2-0 Mechelen. The median bookmaker prices were already leaning toward that outcome.
Tiago Araújo put the first mark on the match 37', setting the tone for the rest of the night.
The numbers leaned the same way as the scoreline: Gent led Shots on target 8-2. Gent also shaded Total shots 15-5.
Before kickoff, the median bookmaker prices made Gent the favourite at 52.4% implied probability. That market lean landed.
Market check
Market result
Gent
52.4%
Key stats
Match numbers
Shots on target
GentGent
Mechelen
8
2
Total shots
GentGent
Mechelen
15
5
Corners
GentGent
Mechelen
4
1