Zulte Waregem vs Genk Prediction 17 January 2026
🔥 The upcoming clash between Zulte Waregem and Genk promises to be captivating, as both teams aim to climb the league standings. Zulte Waregem sit in 12th place, eager to escape the instability zone following a string of setbacks. Meanwhile, Genk, currently in 9th, are looking to solidify their position in the top half of the table. Both sides exhibit an attacking style of play, focusing on creating chances in front of the opposition's goal. Check out the prediction for their battle below!
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams ended with a score of 3-2. Here's a comparative breakdown of that encounter (Genk were the hosts):
- possession: 46% vs 54%;
- corner kicks: 5 vs 4;
- fouls: 9 vs 21;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 2;
- shots on target: 4 vs 3.
📊Statistical preview of the official encounters between Zulte Waregem and Genk:
- 44 matches played;
- home wins - 8, away wins - 27, draws - 9;
- goals scored - 50 for Zulte Waregem, 94 for Genk;
- average total goals in the 1st half - 1.48, in the 2nd half - 1.8;
- average total goals per match - 3.27.
Head-to-head statistics Zulte Waregem - Genk
Zulte Waregem Team Overview
Zulte Waregem are currently navigating a challenging period, having secured just one victory in their last ten matches, alongside four defeats and five draws. With a win rate of only 10%, their current form can be described as unstable. Nevertheless, they remain determined, relying on counterattacks and quick transitions from defense to offense. Their last head-to-head against Genk ended in a 2-3 defeat, providing extra motivation for the hosts to seek revenge.
Match Results: Zulte Waregem
Genk Team Overview
Genk have been struggling lately, having won just two of their last ten matches, with five losses and three draws. Their current form lacks consistency in terms of results. However, they boast a strong away record, particularly against Zulte Waregem, scoring over 1.5 goals in each of their last five head-to-head away encounters. This could be a crucial factor in the upcoming game.
Match Results: Genk
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 44;
- First-half wins at home for hosts - 2; for visitors away - 10; number of draws - 9;
- Average first-half total: 1.48;
- Today's home team scores on average 0.52, while the visitors net 0.95.
First-Half Stats: Zulte Waregem (home) vs Genk (away)
- matches played in the tournament: 9 vs 10;
- wins: 3 (33.33%) vs 4 (40%);
- losses: 2 (22.22%) vs 3 (30%);
- draws: 4 (44.44%) vs 3 (30%);
- Average goals scored: 1.22 vs 1.4;
- Average goals conceded: 0.44 vs 0.7.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- wins: 3 vs 3;
- losses: 3 vs 5;
- draws: 4 vs 2;
- Average first-half total: 1.5 (scored - 0.8, conceded - 0.7) vs 1.5 (scored - 0.6, conceded - 0.9).
- Genk conceded in the 1st half in last 5 games.
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 44;
- home team wins - 8, away team wins - 27, draws - 9.
Statistics: Zulte Waregem vs Genk
- matches played in the tournament: 20 vs 20;
- wins: 5 vs 6;
- win percentage: 25% vs 30%;
- losses: 7 vs 7;
- draws: 8 vs 7.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 1 vs 2;
- losses: 4 vs 5;
- draws: 5 vs 3.
- Zulte Waregem won with a +1.5 handicap in 19 of last 21 home games.
- Zulte Waregem won with a +1.5 handicap in 7 of last 8 games.
- Zulte Waregem won with a +1.5 handicap in 6 of last 7 games (Premier Division).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.14, the guests - 2.14;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 3.27;
- both teams scored: overall - 23; at the home team's field - 12.
Statistics: Zulte Waregem vs Genk
- average total in the tournament: 2.75 vs 2.9;
- average total goals scored: 1.3 vs 1.35;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.7 vs 0.65;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.6 vs 0.7;
- Zulte Waregem: average total at home in the tournament - 1.44;
- Genk: average total away in the tournament - 1.3;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.3 (home - 1.33) vs 1.2 (away - 0.75).
- Genk have scored over 1.5 goals in last 5 away games against Zulte Waregem (Premier Division).
Prediction on corners
Zulte Waregem: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.2; at home field - 3.78;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 3.9; at home field - 3.67.
Genk: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 6.25, away - 5.3;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.6; away - 4.5.
- Genk have taken under 5.5 corners in 6 of last 7 away games.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 44;
- both teams scored all-time - 23 times;
- on the home team’s field - 12 times.
Statistics: Zulte Waregem vs Genk
- number of matches played in the tournament: 20 vs 20;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 13 vs 16;
- number of BTTS matches for Zulte Waregem at home - 5 (56%);
- number of BTTS matches for Genk away - 8 (80%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 8 vs 7;
- BTTS matches for Zulte Waregem at home - 3 (100%);
- BTTS matches for Genk away - 2 (50%).
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:1 (26/160, 16.3%);
- Zulte Waregem at home most often finish matches: 1:1 , 2:0 (2/9, 22.2%);
- Genk away most often play: 1:1 , 1:2 , 2:1 , 2:2 (2/10, 20%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:1 - 11.71% (odds 6.5)
1:2 - 9.15% (odds 8)
0:1 - 8.71% (odds 8.5)
⭐ Editorial Prediction
The clash between Zulte Waregem and Genk promises to be a high-scoring affair, as both teams favor an open style of play with a strong emphasis on attacking. The visitors boast one of the most potent offensive lines in the league, while the hosts traditionally impose an adventurous game at home, often at the expense of defensive solidity. Considering the high average goal tally in their head-to-head encounters and both sides' determination to secure a win, betting on over 2.5 goals appears to be a well-founded choice. A 1-2 scoreline is possible.
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