KRC Genk vs RSC Anderlecht, Jupiler League 2026 CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND
Overview
Match Preview
KRC Genk vs RSC Anderlecht — Jupiler League at Cegeka Arena.
- KRC Genk 30 games · 42 pts (2026/27)
- RSC Anderlecht 30 games · 44 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Jonathan Lardot
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Apr | RSC Anderlecht | H | 2–1 | W |
| 13 Apr | Cercle Brugge KSV | H | 1–1 | D |
| 06 Apr | Royal Antwerp FC | A | 1–0 | W |
| 01 Apr | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | H | 1–0 | W |
| 17 Mar | KVC Westerlo | A | 1–1 | D |
| 10 Mar | Royal Standard de Liege | H | 1–0 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Apr | KRC Genk | A | 1–2 | L |
| 14 Apr | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | H | 2–1 | W |
| 07 Apr | Club Brugge KV | A | 1–3 | L |
| 30 Mar | Royal Antwerp FC | H | 1–0 | W |
| 16 Mar | KV Kortrijk | H | 0–1 | L |
| 09 Mar | RWDM Molenbeek FC | A | 3–0 | W |
Season Stats
| KRC Genk | RSC Anderlecht | |
|---|---|---|
| #7 | Position | #6 |
| 42 | Points | 44 |
| 30 | Played | 30 |
| 11 / 9 / 10 | W / D / L | 12 / 8 / 10 |
| 46 | Scored | 43 |
| 47 | Conceded | 39 |
| -1 | GD | +4 |
| 1.40 | PPG | 1.47 |
| 37% | Win % | 40% |
Key Stats
45%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (22 games)
H2H (22 games)
36%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
KRC Genk are 7th (42 pts). RSC Anderlecht are 6th (44 pts).
Events
Match Events
- 0' The match kicks off with home fans waiting with anticipation for KRC Genk to score. At the same time, RSC Anderlecht does not seem to pull back! Let’s get it on!
- 5' The energy levels are beginning to show. might look to freshen things up shortly.
- 10' Players seem to put ease on their energy level Spectators hardly appreciate such approach. Teams need to speed up the tempo.
- 14' A goal from the Nigeria international Toluwalas Arokodare! He fires home on 14 to make it 1-0!
- 19' The tempo has dropped considerably in the last few minutes. will be considering his options from the bench.
- 24' KRC Genk started playing very sharply right from the kick off. However, it slowed down the tempo rapidly by 24.
- 29' Spectators do not have much to choose from both teams. The sides had several scoring chances but they still need a bit more than just a sight of a goal.
- 34' RSC Anderlecht is defending very well tonight not leaving a chance for their rivals to get through for a goal.
- 38' The referee has no hesitation. Francis Amuzu is booked for RSC Anderlecht — card on 38.
- 43' Both keepers have barely been tested. KRC Genk and RSC Anderlecht are cancelling each other out in the centre of the park.
- 46' It is a substitution in RSC Anderlecht team. Theo Leoni is replaced by Thomas Delaney on 46 minute.
- 51' Matchday of the Array and both teams know exactly what is at stake tonight.
- 56' RSC Anderlecht 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.
- 61' We are waiting for someone to take the initiative. Who will be the first to commit to attack?
- 66' Zakaria El Ouahdi needs to be pretty careful with his discipline considering 1 Red cards this season.
- 69' RSC Anderlecht manager makes another effort to make the tables turned. Majeed Ashimeru is hanging Mario Stroeykens on the field on 69 minute.
- 73' KRC Genk make a change. Toluwalas Arokodare trudges off to be replaced by Andi Zeqiri on 73 minutes.
- 75' Brilliant from the ! Anders Dreyer makes it 1-1 with a superb finish on 75.
- 79' The whistle greets Kasper Dolberg as he departs to be replaced by Nilson Angulo.
- 82' The KRC Genk bench stirs into life. Anouar Ait El Hadj is withdrawn and Noah Adedeji gets his opportunity.
- 87' Patrik Hrosovsky has been disciplined this evening — perhaps mindful of those 23 cards already picked up this season.
- 90' The referee has no hesitation. Matias Galarza is booked for KRC Genk — card on 90.
- 90' Another change for KRC Genk made on 90 minute. Alieu Fadera leaves to be changed by Eduard Sobol.
- What a match! Full time at {STADIUM} — KRC Genk 2-1 RSC Anderlecht.
Lineups
KRC Genk Lineups
Starting XI
- 2
- 17
- 26
- 46
- 19
- 99
- 5
- 3
- 34
-
7
Alieu Fadera ↓ Eduard Sobol 90'
- 77
Bench
-
22
Eduard Sobol ↑ 90'
- 1
-
9
Andi Zeqiri ↑ 73'
- 72
- 70
- 90
- 68
-
67
Noah Adedeji ↑ 82'
- 65
RSC Anderlecht Lineups
Starting XI
- 15
- 23
- 1
- 14
-
12
Kasper Dolberg ↓ Nilson Angulo 79'
- 33
-
7
Francis Amuzu ↓ Luis Vazquez 69'
- 36
- 54
-
17
Theo Leoni ↓ Thomas Delaney 46'
- 29
Bench
-
25
Thomas Delaney ↑ 46'
- 21
- 26
-
18
Majeed Ashimeru ↑ 69'
- 22
-
20
Luis Vazquez ↑ 69'
-
32
Nilson Angulo ↑ 79'
- 61
- 73
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Toluwalas Arokodare | 4 |
| Anders Dreyer | 3 |
| Zakaria El Ouahdi | 3 |
| Yari Verschaeren | 3 |
| Joseph Paintsil | 3 |
| Michel Vlap | 2 |
| Mbwana Samatta | 2 |
| Islam Slimani | 1 |
Head to Head
KRC Genk Form
RSC Anderlecht Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.84
KRC Genk xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.39
RSC Anderlecht xG
I would bet for:
Both teams to score 63% + Over 2.5 goals 62%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: KRC Genk win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 3.23
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 94% |
|
6% |
| ± 1.5 | 83% |
|
17% |
| ± 2.5 | 62% |
|
38% |
| ± 3.5 | 40% |
|
60% |
| ± 4.5 | 23% |
|
77% |
Double Chance
KRC Genk or Draw
74%
Draw or RSC Anderlecht
49%
KRC Genk or RSC Anderlecht
76%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: KRC Genk win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
11%
2 – 1
Actual
1 – 2
6.8%
2 – 0
6.6%
1 – 0
6.6%
2 – 2
6.2%
0 – 0
5.5%
3 – 1
5.5%
0 – 1
4.8%
3 – 0
4%
3 – 2
3.8%
0 – 2
3.8%
Asian Handicap — KRC Genk
| Handicap | KRC Genk covers | Push | RSC Anderlecht covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 12% | — | 88% |
| -2 | 12% | 14% | 74% |
| -1.5 | 26% | — | 74% |
| -1 | 26% | 20% | 53% |
| -0.5 | 47% | — | 53% |
| +0.5 | 72% | — | 28% |
| +1 | 72% | 15% | 13% |
| +1.5 | 87% | — | 13% |
| +2 | 87% | 8% | 5% |
| +2.5 | 95% | — | 5% |
Clean Sheet
KRC Genk keeps clean sheet
26%
✓
RSC Anderlecht keeps clean sheet
17%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.

