KRC Genk vs KAS Eupen, Jupiler League 2020-21 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
KRC Genk vs KAS Eupen — Jupiler League at Luminus Arena.
Match Details
- Referee Nicolas Laforge
- Referee Bram Van Driessche
- Referee Thibaud Nijssen
- Referee Jimmy Cremers
- Referee Kevin Dhondt
- Referee
- Referee Maarten Toeback
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 30 | 66 |
| 2 | Club Brugge KV | 30 | 63 |
| 3 | K. Sint-Truidense VV | 30 | 57 |
| 4 | KAA Gent | 30 | 45 |
| 5 | KV Mechelen | 30 | 45 |
| 6 | RSC Anderlecht | 30 | 44 |
| 7 | KRC Genk | 30 | 42 |
| 8 | Royal Standard de Liege | 30 | 40 |
| 9 | KVC Westerlo | 30 | 39 |
| 10 | Royal Antwerp FC | 30 | 35 |
| 11 | Sporting du Pays de Charleroi | 30 | 34 |
| 12 | Oud-Heverlee Leuven | 30 | 34 |
| 13 | SV Zulte-Waregem | 30 | 32 |
| 14 | UR La Louviere Centre | 30 | 31 |
| 15 | Cercle Brugge KSV | 30 | 31 |
| 16 | FC Verbroedering Dender EH | 30 | 19 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Oct | KAS Eupen | H | 4–0 | W |
| 26 Oct | KAA Gent | A | 2–1 | W |
| 18 Oct | Sporting du Pays de Charleroi | H | 2–1 | W |
| 03 Oct | KV RS Waasland-SK Beveren | A | 1–1 | D |
| 28 Sep | KV Oostende | H | 2–2 | D |
| 20 Sep | KV Mechelen | H | 3–1 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Oct | KRC Genk | A | 0–4 | L |
| 18 Oct | Royal Excel Mouscron | A | 2–0 | W |
| 03 Oct | Cercle Brugge KSV | H | 1–2 | L |
| 27 Sep | RSC Anderlecht | A | 1–1 | D |
| 20 Sep | Royal Antwerp FC | A | 2–2 | D |
| 11 Sep | KAA Gent | H | 2–1 | W |
Key Stats
58%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (12 games)
H2H (12 games)
67%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Events
Match Events
- 0' What a night it is going to be! KRC Genk welcome KAS Eupen for this crunch clash at Luminus Arena.
- 5' Nils Schouterden, a Belgium , has 0 bookings this season and will need to keep his discipline tonight.
- 6' Magnificent from Paul Onuachu! That is 88 goals in 225 appearances — and it could not have come at a better time.
- 11' KRC Genk are enjoying more possession but struggling to find a way through a disciplined KAS Eupen backline.
- 16' Although teams showed high tempo form the start, they seem to slow down a bit. Both sides really need to catch a fire. Otherwise, we have another goalless match.
- 21' The clock is ticking and both teams know a goal could change everything at this point.
- 26' We are waiting for someone to take the initiative. Who will be the first to commit to attack?
- 31' Not even hints on scoring a goal over the last 31 minutes.
- 36' KAS Eupen fans have not had much to celebrate tonight. Their side is struggling to get forward.
- 41' KRC Genk are happy to let the opposition have the ball in their own half. The trap is set.
- 46' It is a cagey affair so far. KRC Genk in their trying to find a way past KAS Eupen's compact .
- 47' What a strike from Cyriel Dessers! The score is 2-0.
- 52' has dominated the recent head-to-head record, winning 0 of the last 0 meetings.
- 57' Knowledge Musona has been disciplined this evening — perhaps mindful of those 0 cards already picked up this season.
- 58' Smail Prevljak is ready to make an impact after coming on for Jonathan Heris at the 58 minute mark.
- 61' The whistle greets Cyriel Dessers as he departs to be replaced by Kristian Thorstvedt.
- 66' The 28-year-old Julien Ngoy has been sensational this season — 0 goals and 0 assists is a remarkable return.
- 68' KRC Genk manager makes another effort to make the tables turned. Bryan Heynen is hanging Patrik Hrosovsky on the field on 68 minute.
- 70' KAS Eupen receives a Yellow card for a hard tackle on 70.
- 71' Fresh legs for KAS Eupen! Mamadou Kone comes on to replace Knowledge Musona.
- 74' Against the run of play, Theo Bongonda has scored! This game has turned on its head.
- 75' Junya Ito has so much to prove this time. He replaces Paul Onuachu on 75 minute.
- 80' KRC Genk seems to be on a short break. The game is mainly concentrated in the center. It’s high time they got back to action. Otherwise, it looks like a goalless game.
- 81' The referee has no hesitation. Dries Wouters is booked for KRC Genk — Yellow card on 81.
- 82' The KAS Eupen manager makes a substitution. Adriano Correia departs to be replaced by Nils Schouterden.
- 83' The Congo DR Theo Bongonda breaks the deadlock on 83 minutes. 4-0!
- 88' The home supporters are growing impatient. KRC Genk must find a spark to ignite this game.
- 90' Edo Kayembe catches the referee's attention in entirely the wrong way. Yellow card on 90.
- The referee blows the final whistle. Sensational lose for KAS Eupen.
Lineups
KRC Genk Lineups
Starting XI
- 9
- 1
- 33
-
17
Patrik Hrosovsky ↓ Bryan Heynen 68'
- 4
- 21
- 31
- 10
-
18
Paul Onuachu ↓ Junya Ito 75'
- 46
- 23
Bench
- 38
- 5
-
7
Junya Ito ↑ 75'
-
8
Bryan Heynen ↑ 68'
- 26
- 24
- 35
- 80
-
42
Kristian Thorstvedt ↑ 61'
- 11
Coach
Jess Thorup
KAS Eupen Lineups
Starting XI
- 6
- 8
- 5
- 21
- 1
- 39
-
10
Knowledge Musona ↓ Mamadou Kone 71'
- 34
-
28
Jonathan Heris ↓ Smail Prevljak 58'
- 7
- 22
Bench
-
77
Mamadou Kone ↑ 71'
- 17
-
9
Smail Prevljak ↑ 58'
- 11
-
18
Nils Schouterden ↑ 82'
- 31
- 29
Coach
Beñat San José
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Paul Onuachu | 8 |
| Regan Charles-Cook | 4 |
| Joseph Paintsil | 4 |
| Junya Ito | 3 |
| Stef Peeters | 3 |
| Smail Prevljak | 3 |
| Theo Bongonda | 2 |
| Leandro Trossard | 2 |
Head to Head
KRC Genk Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
2 / 4
1.81
KRC Genk xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1
KAS Eupen xG
I would bet for:
KRC Genk to win 57%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: KRC Genk win
Both Teams to Score
✗ Wrong
Avg goals/match: 2.81
Actual: No — clean sheet
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 92% |
|
8% |
| ± 1.5 | 77% |
|
23% |
| ± 2.5 | 53% |
|
47% |
| ± 3.5 | 31% |
|
69% |
| ± 4.5 | 16% |
|
84% |
Double Chance
KRC Genk or Draw
81%
Draw or KAS Eupen
43%
KRC Genk or KAS Eupen
76%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: KRC Genk win at HT
Correct Score
✗ 4–0 not predicted4 – 0Actual
1 – 1
11.7%
1 – 0
10.1%
2 – 0
9.6%
2 – 1
9.5%
0 – 0
7.8%
3 – 1
5.8%
3 – 0
5.7%
1 – 2
5.2%
0 – 1
5.1%
2 – 2
4.8%
3 – 2
3%
0 – 2
3%
Asian Handicap — KRC Genk
| Handicap | KRC Genk covers | Push | KAS Eupen covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 15% | — | 85% |
| -2 | 15% | 17% | 68% |
| -1.5 | 32% | — | 68% |
| -1 | 32% | 23% | 45% |
| -0.5 | 55% | — | 45% |
| +0.5 | 80% | — | 20% |
| +1 | 80% | 12% | 7% |
| +1.5 | 93% | — | 7% |
| +2 | 93% | 5% | 2% |
| +2.5 | 98% | — | 2% |
Clean Sheet
KRC Genk keeps clean sheet
37%
✗
KAS Eupen keeps clean sheet
17%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.

