Genk vs Gent Prediction
⚡️ The upcoming clash between Genk and Gent promises to be a dynamic encounter. Both clubs sit mid-table, adding extra motivation to improve their standings. Genk are in good form, particularly in recent matches, showcasing a confident attack. Meanwhile, Gent boast a solid defense and are capable of springing surprises on the road. Read the prediction for their duel below.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams ended in a 1-1 draw. Here's a comparative breakdown of that encounter (home team - Gent):
- possession: 40% vs 60%;
- corners: 6 vs 2;
- fouls: 15 vs 5;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 1;
- shots on target: 4 vs 2.
📊Statistical preview of the official encounters between Genk and Gent:
- 54 matches played;
- home victories - 23, away wins - 17, draws - 14;
- goal tally - 84 for the home side, 70 for the visitors;
- average goals in the first half - 1.35, second half - 1.5;
- average total goals per match - 2.85.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results

Genk Team Overview
The team's last official match took place in the Europa League, with Genk hosting Dinamo Zagreb. The game ended in a 3-3 draw.
Here's the match statistics (Genk vs Dinamo Zagreb):
- possession: 44% vs 56%;
- corners: 7 vs 4;
- fouls: 11 vs 8;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 1;
- shots on target: 5 vs 6.
Genk currently sit seventh in the league standings and are eager to climb higher. The team has shown decent form with three wins, a draw, and one loss in their last five matches. The "Smurfs" consistently score over 1.5 goals in most games, thanks to their attacking play and creative midfielders. Over the last 10 games, they have maintained a high scoring rate, averaging nearly two goals per match.
Match Results: Genk

KAA Gent Team Overview
The visitors' last official match took place in the Premier League tournament, with Gent hosting Cercle Brugge. The match concluded with a 0-1 scoreline.
Here are the match statistics (Gent vs Cercle Brugge):
- possession: 45% vs 55%;
- corners: 4 vs 10;
- fouls: 7 vs 10;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 4;
- shots on target: 1 vs 4.
Gent currently sit in sixth place, striving to maintain their position among the league's frontrunners. Over their last five matches, they have secured two victories, drawn once, and suffered two defeats. The Buffalos are renowned for their disciplined performances on the road, often managing to avoid heavy losses-they have lost only five of their last ten away games, while averaging 1.6 goals per match in attack.
Match Results: KAA Gent
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 54;
- home team wins - 23, away team wins - 17, draws - 14.
Statistics: Genk vs KAA Gent
- matches played in the tournament: 26 vs 26;
- wins: 9 vs 10;
- win percentage: 35% vs 38%;
- losses: 9 vs 10;
- draws: 8 vs 6.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 6 vs 4;
- losses: 2 vs 5;
- draws: 2 vs 1.
- KAA Gent won with a +1.5 handicap in 9 of last 10 away games against Genk (Premier Division).
- KAA Gent won with a +1.5 handicap in 8 of last 9 games.
- KAA Gent won with a +1.5 handicap in 7 of last 8 games (Premier Division).
- KAA Gent won with a +1.5 handicap in last 6 away games (Premier Division).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.56, the guests - 1.3;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.85;
- both teams scored: overall - 31; at the home team's field - 16.
Statistics: Genk vs KAA Gent
- average total in the tournament: 2.92 vs 3.04;
- average total goals scored: 1.38 vs 1.58;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.65 vs 0.62;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.73 vs 0.96;
- Genk: average total at home in the tournament - 1.31;
- KAA Gent: average total away in the tournament - 1.46;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.9 (home - 1.6) vs 1.6 (away - 1.8).
- Genk have scored under 2.5 goals in 9 of last 10 home games against KAA Gent (Premier Division).
- Genk have scored under 2.5 goals in 19 of last 21 games (Premier Division).
- Genk have scored under 2.5 goals in 10 of last 11 home games (Premier Division).
Prediction on corners
Genk: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.73; at home field - 6.92;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.5; at home field - 6.6.
KAA Gent: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.81, away - 4.62;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.2; away - 4.8.
- Genk have taken under 5.5 corners in 7 of last 8 home games against KAA Gent (Premier Division).
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 54;
- both teams scored all-time - 31 times;
- on the home team’s field - 16 times.
Statistics: Genk vs KAA Gent
- number of matches played in the tournament: 26 vs 26;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 20 vs 16;
- number of BTTS matches for Genk at home - 9 (69%);
- number of BTTS matches for KAA Gent away - 9 (69%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 7 vs 5;
- BTTS matches for Genk at home - 3 (60%);
- BTTS matches for KAA Gent away - 3 (60%).
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:1 (30/208, 14.4%);
- Genk at home most often finish matches: 1:1 (4/13, 30.8%);
- KAA Gent away most often play: 1:1 (3/13, 23.1%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:1 - 10.1% (odds 8)
2:1 - 9.52% (odds 8)
1:0 - 8.92% (odds 8)
⭐ Editorial Prediction
The match promises to be action-packed, with both teams showing high attacking intensity. Recent trends indicate that Genk consistently score over 1.5 goals in nearly all their recent fixtures, underscoring their current form and attack-focused style of play. Considering this trend and their home scoring stats, a bet on the home team's individual total over 1.5 goals appears to be the most reasonable choice.