Genk vs Union Saint-Gilloise Prediction
📢 The upcoming clash between Genk and Union Saint-Gilloise promises to be thrilling. The hosts, currently sitting 10th in the standings, are struggling with form, having secured just two victories in their last seven matches. Meanwhile, the visitors from Brussels are confidently leading the league, boasting an impressive run of five consecutive wins. How will this game unfold? Check out our editorial prediction.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place in May and ended with a 1-0 scoreline. Here's a comparative breakdown of the stats from that encounter (home team - Union Saint-Gilloise):
- possession: 47% vs 53%;
- corner kicks: 4 vs 2;
- fouls: 17 vs 16;
- yellow cards: 5 vs 3;
- shots on target: 4 vs 1.
📊 Statistical preview of official encounters between Genk and Union Saint-Gilloise:
- 16 matches played;
- home wins - 5, away wins - 9, draws - 2;
- goals scored - 20 for Genk, 23 for Union Saint-Gilloise;
- average total in the first half - 1.19, in the second half - 1.5;
- average total goals per match - 2.69.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results
Genk Team Overview
The team's most recent official match took place on as part of the Premier Division tournament (home team - Genk, away team - Royal Charleroi). The match concluded with a scoreline of 0:1.
Here's the game statistics (Genk vs Royal Charleroi):
- ball possession: 62% vs 38%;
- corner kicks: 4 vs 3;
- fouls: 11 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 2;
- shots on target: 4 vs 2.
Genk have been delivering inconsistent performances, with 2 wins and 3 losses in their last seven matches, placing them squarely in the middle of the table. Their average goal tally stands at just 1.29 per game, which aligns with a trend: the team rarely scores more than once in head-to-head encounters with their current opponent. Their most recent home game against Union Saint-Gilloise ended in a narrow 0-1 defeat, highlighting Genk's struggles against top-tier teams. Despite this, they have the potential to put up a fight, buoyed by their home support.
Match Results: Genk
Union Saint-Gilloise Team Overview
The away team played their last official match on as part of the Champions League tournament (home team - PSV, away - Union Saint-Gilloise). The match concluded with a scoreline of 1:3.
Here are the match stats (Union Saint-Gilloise vs PSV):
- ball possession: 37% vs 63%;
- corner kicks: 7 vs 7;
- fouls: 9 vs 9;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 0;
- shots on target: 8 vs 3.
Union Saint-Gilloise continue to impress with their performances-five wins and two draws in their last seven matches highlight their consistency and attacking prowess. The team showcases a high level of play both at home and away, averaging over two goals per game while conceding a modest 0.43 goals. This makes them the favorites for the upcoming clash, even as the visiting side. In their most recent encounter, it was Union who emerged victorious with a 1-0 win.
Match Results: Union Saint-Gilloise
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 16;
- Home wins - 5, Away wins - 9, Draws - 2.
Statistics: Genk vs Union Saint-Gilloise
- Matches played in the tournament: 7 vs 7;
- Wins: 2 vs 5;
- Win percentage: 29% vs 71%;
- Losses: 3 vs 0;
- Draws: 2 vs 2.
Last 10 Matches:
- Wins: 4 vs 7;
- Losses: 4 vs 1;
- Draws: 2 vs 2.
- Union Saint-Gilloise have avoided defeat in 18 of their last 19 matches.
- Union Saint-Gilloise are unbeaten in their last 17 league matches.
- Union Saint-Gilloise have not lost in their last 10 away games.
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Today's home team averages - 1.25 goals, away team - 1.44;
- Average total goals in head-to-head matches - 2.69;
- Both teams scored: overall - 8 times; at home - 5 times.
Statistics: Genk vs Union Saint-Gilloise
- Average tournament total: 2.71 vs 2.57;
- Average goals scored: 1.29 vs 2.14;
- Average first-half total: 0.86 vs 0.71;
- Average second-half total: 0.43 vs 1.43;
- Genk's average home total in the tournament - 1.33;
- Union Saint-Gilloise's average away total in the tournament - 1.25;
- Last 10 matches (average total): 1.7 (home - 1.4) vs 2.2 (away - 1.6).
- Genk have scored less than 1.5 goals in 6 of their last 7 meetings with Union Saint-Gilloise (League).
Corner Prediction
Genk: Statistics
- Season average in the tournament - 5.43; at home - 4.33;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 5.4; at home - 4.8.
Union Saint-Gilloise: Statistics
- Season average in the tournament - 6.29, away - 5.75;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 6.2; away - 6.
- Total under 9.5 corners has occurred in Genk's last 9 home matches (League).
- Total under 9.5 corners has occurred in Union Saint-Gilloise's last 10 out of 11 away matches (League).
Card Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches
- Average total yellow cards in head-to-head matches - 3.76 (1.88 for home team and 1.88 for away team);
- Average total yellow cards at home - 3.14 (1.14 for home team and 2 for away team).
Genk: Statistics
- Season average in the tournament - 1.86; at home - 0.67;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 1.7; at home - 0.6.
Union Saint-Gilloise: Statistics
- Season average in the tournament - 2.14, away - 2.75;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 1.9; away - 2.2.
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 16;
- Both teams scored overall - 8 times;
- At home field - 5 times.
Statistics: Genk vs Union Saint-Gilloise
- Total matches played in the tournament: 7 vs 7;
- Total matches this season where both teams scored (BTTS): Genk - 6, Union Saint-Gilloise - 2;
- Genk's BTTS at home - 2 (67%);
- Union Saint-Gilloise's BTTS away - 2 (50%).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Considering the form of both teams and their head-to-head statistics, an open game with goals from both sides seems the most likely scenario. Genk often play matches where both teams score, while Union consistently convert their chances, even against tough opponents. Given the visitors' current form and the hosts' desire to break their losing streak in front of their fans, betting on both teams to score appears to be a well-founded prediction for this match. The predicted scoreline is 1-1.
Betting Tips: Genk - Union Saint-Gilloise
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