KRC Genk vs KV Kortrijk, Jupiler League 2023-24 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
KRC Genk vs KV Kortrijk — Jupiler League at Cegeka Arena.
- KRC Genk 2 games · 3 pts (2026/27)
- KV Kortrijk 2 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Bram Van Driessche
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Club Brugge KV | 2 | 6 |
| 2 | Royal Antwerp FC | 2 | 6 |
| 3 | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 2 | 4 |
| 4 | SV Zulte-Waregem | 2 | 4 |
| 5 | Sporting du Pays de Charleroi | 1 | 3 |
| 6 | KAA Gent | 1 | 3 |
| 7 | RSC Anderlecht | 1 | 3 |
| 8 | KRC Genk | 2 | 3 |
| 9 | Cercle Brugge KSV | 2 | 2 |
| 10 | K. Sint-Truidense VV | 2 | 2 |
| 11 | Royal Standard de Liege | 1 | 1 |
| 12 | Lommel SK | 1 | 1 |
| 13 | SK Beveren | 1 | 0 |
| 14 | UR La Louviere Centre | 1 | 0 |
| 15 | KV Mechelen | 1 | 0 |
| 16 | KVC Westerlo | 2 | 0 |
| 17 | Oud-Heverlee Leuven | 2 | 0 |
| 18 | KV Kortrijk | 2 | 0 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Dec | KV Kortrijk | H | 4–0 | W |
| 10 Dec | KAS Eupen | A | 3–1 | W |
| 03 Dec | KAA Gent | H | 2–2 | D |
| 25 Nov | Royal Standard de Liege | A | 0–1 | L |
| 12 Nov | Oud-Heverlee Leuven | H | 3–1 | W |
| 04 Nov | Royal Antwerp FC | A | 2–3 | L |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Dec | KRC Genk | A | 0–4 | L |
| 08 Dec | KVC Westerlo | H | 1–2 | L |
| 02 Dec | KAS Eupen | A | 1–1 | D |
| 26 Nov | KV Mechelen | H | 0–3 | L |
| 12 Nov | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | A | 0–3 | L |
| 04 Nov | RWDM Molenbeek FC | A | 1–1 | D |
Season Stats
| KRC Genk | KV Kortrijk | |
|---|---|---|
| #8 | Position | #18 |
| 3 | Points | 0 |
| 2 | Played | 2 |
| 1 / 0 / 1 | W / D / L | 0 / 0 / 2 |
| 4 | Scored | 0 |
| 4 | Conceded | 6 |
| +0 | GD | -6 |
| 1.50 | PPG | 0.00 |
| 50% | Win % | 0% |
Key Stats
57%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (14 games)
H2H (14 games)
64%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
0%
Clean Sheets
KRC Genk this season
KRC Genk this season
0%
Clean Sheets
KV Kortrijk this season
KV Kortrijk this season
KRC Genk are 8th (3 pts). KV Kortrijk are 18th (0 pts).
Goal Timing (This Season)
KRC Genk
0-15
–/2
16-30
–/–
31-45
3/–
46-60
–/–
61-75
–/–
76+
1/2
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Events
Match Events
- 0' The wait is over. KV Kortrijk get us underway at Cegeka Arena.
- 5' Both keepers have barely been tested. KRC Genk and KV Kortrijk are cancelling each other out in the centre of the park.
- 10' It looks like no one’s ball. KRC Genk is used to counterattacking playing. None of the sides are ready to take the lead.
- 15' will be watching from the dugout nervously. His KRC Genk side need to improve if they are to claim all three points.
- 20' Tom Vandenberghe is a natural and has been asked to do a very specific job for KRC Genk tonight.
- 23' Magnificent from Joseph Paintsil! That is 60 goals in 316 appearances — and it could not have come at a better time.
- 28' KRC Genk are deployed in a today, looking to exploit space against KV Kortrijk's shape.
- 33' Players seem to put ease on their energy level Spectators hardly appreciate such approach. Teams need to speed up the tempo.
- 38' We are waiting for someone to take the initiative. Who will be the first to commit to attack?
- 43' While there is no rush on the pitch, let’s have a look at some stats. Alexander Mighten made 372 appearances and scored 8 goals. He is very likely to score a goal today.
- 45' Felipe Avenatti is having his name booked by the referee on 45.
- 49' The Nigeria Yira Sor breaks the deadlock on 49 minutes. 2-0!
- 54' Magnificent from Joseph Paintsil! That is 60 goals in 316 appearances — and it could not have come at a better time.
- 58' KV Kortrijk player sees a card in front of him.
- 60' Goal! Bryan Heynen scores his 32 goal in 316 matches.
- 61' Fresh legs for KV Kortrijk! Mounaim El Idrissy comes on to replace Massimo Bruno.
- 65' Andi Zeqiri is ready to make an impact after coming on for Yira Sor at the 65 minute mark.
- 70' The home supporters are growing impatient. KRC Genk must find a spark to ignite this game.
- 75' KRC Genk currently sit in the Array table. A result here could be decisive in the race for the top positions.
- 76' Another change for KRC Genk made on 76 minute. Joseph Paintsil leaves to be changed by Christopher Bonsu Baah.
- 77' The KRC Genk bench stirs into life. Alieu Fadera is withdrawn and Luca Oyen gets his opportunity.
- 80' The KRC Genk bench stirs into life. Bilal El Khannouss is withdrawn and Matias Galarza gets his opportunity.
- 85' The 23-year-old Marco Kana has been sensational this season — 0 goals and 0 assists is a remarkable return.
- 86' KV Kortrijk ring the changes. Isaak Davies has done his job and it is now time for Alexander Mighten to step up.
- 87' A tactical swap from KV Kortrijk — Lynnt Audoor on, Marco Kana off on 87 minutes.
- 4-0 the final result. KV Kortrijk will be bitterly disappointed.
Lineups
KRC Genk Lineups
Starting XI
- 18
- 2
- 17
- 8
- 28
- 26
- 46
- 23
- 34
-
14
Yira Sor ↓ Andi Zeqiri 65'
-
7
Alieu Fadera ↓ Luca Oyen 77'
Bench
-
24
Luca Oyen ↑ 77'
- 19
- 99
-
9
Andi Zeqiri ↑ 65'
-
25
Matias Galarza ↑ 80'
- 41
-
90
Christopher Bonsu Baah ↑ 76'
-
77
Zakaria El Ouahdi ↑ 65'
Coach
Wouter Vrancken
KV Kortrijk Lineups
Starting XI
- 27
- 66
- 70
-
20
Felipe Avenatti ↓ Sheyi Ojo 61'
-
16
Marco Kana ↓ Lynnt Audoor 87'
- 39
- 11
- 6
- 4
- 1
- 44
Bench
-
54
Sheyi Ojo ↑ 61'
- 95
- 15
-
99
Mounaim El Idrissy ↑ 61'
-
23
Alexander Mighten ↑ 86'
- 21
-
89
Lynnt Audoor ↑ 87'
Coach
Glen De Boeck
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Paul Onuachu | 5 |
| Joseph Paintsil | 4 |
| Ilombe Mboyo | 2 |
| Nacho Ferri | 2 |
| Pape Habib Gueye | 2 |
| Ilombe Mboyo | 2 |
| Daniel Munoz | 2 |
| Patrik Hrosovsky | 2 |
Head to Head
KRC Genk Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
4 / 4
3.39
KRC Genk xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
0.3
KV Kortrijk xG
I would bet for:
KRC Genk to win 84% + Under — clean sheet likely 75%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: KRC Genk win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 3.69
Actual: No — clean sheet
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 97% |
|
3% |
| ± 1.5 | 87% |
|
13% |
| ± 2.5 | 69% |
|
31% |
| ± 3.5 | 48% |
|
52% |
| ± 4.5 | 29% |
|
71% |
Double Chance
KRC Genk or Draw
94%
Draw or KV Kortrijk
16%
KRC Genk or KV Kortrijk
89%
Half-Time Result
✓ CorrectActual: KRC Genk win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
3 – 0
16.2%
2 – 0
15%
4 – 0
Actual
1 – 0
9.2%
5 – 0
9.1%
6 – 0
5.2%
3 – 1
4.8%
2 – 1
4.2%
4 – 1
4.1%
0 – 0
3.4%
5 – 1
2.9%
1 – 1
2.8%
Asian Handicap — KRC Genk
| Handicap | KRC Genk covers | Push | KV Kortrijk covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 57% | — | 43% |
| -2 | 57% | 20% | 22% |
| -1.5 | 78% | — | 22% |
| -1 | 78% | 14% | 8% |
| -0.5 | 92% | — | 8% |
| +0.5 | 99% | — | 1% |
| +1 | 99% | 1% | 0% |
| +1.5 | 100% | — | 0% |
| +2 | 100% | — | 0% |
| +2.5 | 100% | — | 0% |
Clean Sheet
KRC Genk keeps clean sheet
74%
✓
KV Kortrijk keeps clean sheet
4%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.