Genk will welcome second-placed Club Brugge in a thrilling Pro League matchup. In recent encounters, Club Brugge has had the edge, winning seven out of the last ten meetings with Genk. It almost seems like they have a cheat sheet for these games. However, with home advantage and a favorable Asian handicap, Genk still holds hope for this contest.
Recent Match Form
In their last outing, Genk drew 2-2 away against Charleroi. They managed 52% possession, recorded six shots on target, and relied on two goals from Bryan Heynen to earn a point. On the other side, Club Brugge secured a 2-1 victory at home against Gent. They dominated possession with 72%, registered three efforts on goal, and saw Romeo Vermant and Nicolo Tresoldi find the net.
Season Overview
Assessing their season form, Genk has had three wins, five draws, and two losses in their last ten league matches. They average 1.2 goals per game from 16.4 attempts, maintain a solid 64.3% possession rate, and win approximately 5.8 corners per match. Hyun-gyu Oh is the standout scorer with four goals, followed by Heynen with three and Daan Heymans with two. Midfielder Konstantinos Karetsas leads the team with five assists.
Club Brugge has shown slightly stronger performance, recording seven wins and three losses in their last ten matches. They average 1.5 goals per game from 15.9 attempts, enjoy 62.9% possession, and concede fewer corners (4.1) than they win (6.8). Vermant and former Celtic player Christos Tzolis each have four goals, while Nicolo Tresoldi contributes with two. Tzolis also tops their assists chart with three.
Match Prediction and Asian Handicap Tip
We feel confident in backing Genk on the Asian handicap at +0.25, priced around -127. Here’s what this means:
- If Genk wins, you win.
- If the match ends in a draw, you get half your stake back.
- If Genk loses, you lose your full stake.
Why is this a smart choice? Genk has successfully covered the +0.25 handicap in eight of their last ten matches, four out of their last five at home, and in their two most recent games. Bookmakers suggest a 56% chance of success, but our analysis indicates it’s closer to 60-65%.
Correct Score Forecast
For those looking to add a bit of excitement, consider a 1-0 victory for Genk at +800. Other popular correct-score predictions include:
- 2-1 Genk (+700)
- 1-1 draw (+500)
- 1-2 Club Brugge (+650)
Player Prop Recommendation
Look out for Zakaria El Ouahdi to score anytime at around +510. He has found the net four times in his last seven home appearances and is in excellent form.
Corners Market
Genk has won the most corners in nine of their past ten home games. We recommend backing them to lead the corner count at roughly -109. If you are feeling adventurous, consider betting on their corners over 4.5 at -137.
Bet Builder Idea
Combine three selections into one same-game multi:
- Genk Asian Handicap +0.25 (-127)
- Under 2.5 total goals (+120)
- Genk to have the most corners (-109)
Key Betting Odds Summary
- Full-Time Result: Genk +200, Draw +265, Club Brugge +117
- Half-Time Result: Genk +235, Draw +138, Club Brugge +163
- Double Chance: 1X -152, 12 -370, X2 -270
- Draw No Bet: Genk +116, Club Brugge -172
- Asian Handicap: Genk +0.25 -115, Club Brugge -0.25 -114
- Total Goals: Under 2.5 +118, Over 2.5 -154
- Both Teams to Score: Yes -192, No +133
First-Goalscorer Shortlist
- Hyun-gyu Oh (Genk): First +160, Anytime +450
- Christos Tzolis (Brugge): First +180, Anytime +480
- Nicolo Tresoldi (Brugge): First +220, Anytime +600
- Romeo Vermant (Brugge): First +250, Anytime +650
- Yira Sor (Genk): First +280, Anytime +800
Whether you prefer cautious betting or high-stakes correct-score wagers, there’s plenty of action to suit your style. And if all else fails, you can take pride in backing Genk for the corners – a talking point for sure!