Genk vs Anderlecht Prediction 8 February 2026
🔥 The clash between Genk and Anderlecht promises to be thrilling. Both teams are midway through the season, and their form has been quite varied, adding intrigue to this matchup. Genk have been putting on a decent show at home, though their defense lacks consistency. Anderlecht, on the other hand, are trying to offset recent losses with an aggressive attacking strategy. It's interesting to note that both teams have a tendency to score and concede goals in their matches. Read the prediction for their encounter below.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between these teams ended with a 1-3 scoreline. Let's break down the comparative stats from that encounter (Genk were the home side):
- possession: 9% vs 91%;
- corner kicks: 2 vs 3;
- fouls: 13 vs 19;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 5;
- shots on target: 6 vs 6.
📊Statistical preview of official encounters between Genk and Anderlecht:
- 62 matches played;
- home team victories - 24, away team wins - 28, draws - 10;
- goals scored - 64 for Genk versus 77 for Anderlecht;
- average goals in the first half - 0.95, second half - 1.32;
- average total goals per match - 2.27.
Head-to-head statistics Genk - Anderlecht
Genk Team Overview
The team's last official match took place in the top-tier league, with Dender playing at home against Genk. The final score was 1-2.
Here are the match statistics (Genk vs Dender):
- possession: 49% vs 51%;
- corners: 2 vs 8;
- fouls: 10 vs 12;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 5;
- shots on target: 4 vs 7.
Genk currently sit 10th in the league table, boasting a record of 7 wins, 8 draws, and losses. Their recent form has been inconsistent, with three victories followed by a defeat and a draw in their last five matches. They average 1.35 goals per game while conceding 1.52, highlighting defensive issues. In their most recent head-to-head, they suffered a 3-1 defeat to Anderlecht, further emphasizing the need to shore up their defense.
Match Results: Genk
RSC Anderlecht Team Overview
The last official match for the current visitors took place in the Belgian Cup, with Anderlecht hosting Antwerp. The match ended with a score of 0-1.
Here are the game statistics (Anderlecht vs Antwerp):
- possession: 59% vs 41%;
- corners: 6 vs 9;
- fouls: 11 vs 13;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 3;
- shots on target: 3 vs 4.
The "Purples" from Anderlecht currently sit in a strong fourth place with ten wins and six draws this season. However, their recent form shows a dip, with just one victory, three losses, and a draw in their last five matches. Despite this temporary slump, they remain competitive thanks to a potent attacking lineup that averages 1.3 goals per game.
Match Results: RSC Anderlecht
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 62;
- First-half wins at home for hosts - 6; for visitors away - 7; number of draws - 18;
- Average first-half total: 0.95;
- Today's home team scores on average 0.44, while the visitors net 0.52.
First-Half Stats: Genk (home) vs RSC Anderlecht (away)
- matches played in the tournament: 11 vs 11;
- wins: 1 (9.09%) vs 3 (27.27%);
- losses: 5 (45.45%) vs 4 (36.36%);
- draws: 5 (45.45%) vs 4 (36.36%);
- Average goals scored: 1.73 vs 1.27;
- Average goals conceded: 1.09 vs 0.82.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- wins: 2 vs 2;
- losses: 4 vs 6;
- draws: 4 vs 2;
- Average first-half total: 1.5 (scored - 0.6, conceded - 0.9) vs 1.5 (scored - 0.4, conceded - 1.1).
- RSC Anderlecht conceded in the 1st half in last 5 away games.
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 62;
- home team wins - 24, away team wins - 28, draws - 10.
Statistics: Genk vs RSC Anderlecht
- matches played in the tournament: 23 vs 23;
- wins: 7 vs 10;
- win percentage: 30% vs 43%;
- losses: 8 vs 7;
- draws: 8 vs 6.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 3 vs 3;
- losses: 4 vs 5;
- draws: 3 vs 2.
- RSC Anderlecht have not won in 8 of last 9 away games (Premier Division).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.03, the guests - 1.24;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.27;
- both teams scored: overall - 25; at the home team's field - 13.
Statistics: Genk vs RSC Anderlecht
- average total in the tournament: 2.87 vs 2.52;
- average total goals scored: 1.35 vs 1.3;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.7 vs 0.52;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.65 vs 0.78;
- Genk: average total at home in the tournament - 1.36;
- RSC Anderlecht: average total away in the tournament - 1.09;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.4 (home - 1.75) vs 1.1 (away - 1.4).
- Under 3.5 goals scored in 13 of last 15 Genk home games.
- Under 3.5 goals scored in 8 of last 9 Genk home games (Premier Division).
- Under 3.5 goals scored in last 5 Genk games.
Prediction on corners
Genk: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.7; at home field - 6.91;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.1; at home field - 7.5.
RSC Anderlecht: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 6.35, away - 6.18;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.8; away - 5.8.
- Genk have taken over 3.5 corners in last 11 home games (Premier Division).
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 62;
- both teams scored all-time - 25 times;
- on the home team’s field - 13 times.
Statistics: Genk vs RSC Anderlecht
- number of matches played in the tournament: 23 vs 23;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 19 vs 10;
- number of BTTS matches for Genk at home - 9 (82%);
- number of BTTS matches for RSC Anderlecht away - 4 (36%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 7 vs 5;
- BTTS matches for Genk at home - 4 (100%);
- BTTS matches for RSC Anderlecht away - 3 (60%).
- Genk have scored and conceded in 7 of last 8 games.
- Genk have scored and conceded in last 6 games (Premier Division).
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:1 (29/184, 15.8%);
- Genk at home most often finish matches: 1:1 (4/11, 36.4%);
- RSC Anderlecht away most often play: 0:2 , 2:0 , 2:2 (2/11, 18.2%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:1 - 11.69% (odds 5.5)
2:1 - 9.35% (odds 7)
1:0 - 7.85% (odds 7)
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Both teams boast strong attacking lines, which heightens the likelihood of goals being scored. Historically, clashes between these clubs often end with high scores. Both sides are eager for victory and will actively seek attacking opportunities. Considering the current form of the teams, a prediction of both teams to score appears well-founded. A 1-1 draw is possible.No comments
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