Royal Standard de Liege vs KRC Genk, Jupiler League 2021-22 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
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Royal Standard de Liege vs KRC Genk — Jupiler League at Stade Maurice Dufrasne.
- Royal Standard de Liege 7 games · 11 pts (2026/27)
- KRC Genk 7 games · 9 pts (2026/27)
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 7 | 19 |
| 2 | KAA Gent | 7 | 19 |
| 3 | Club Brugge KV | 7 | 18 |
| 4 | Sporting du Pays de Charleroi | 7 | 18 |
| 5 | RSC Anderlecht | 7 | 13 |
| 6 | SV Zulte-Waregem | 7 | 11 |
| 7 | Royal Standard de Liege | 7 | 11 |
| 8 | KVC Westerlo | 7 | 10 |
| 9 | KRC Genk | 7 | 9 |
| 10 | SK Beveren | 7 | 9 |
| 11 | K. Sint-Truidense VV | 7 | 8 |
| 12 | Lommel SK | 7 | 8 |
| 13 | Royal Antwerp FC | 7 | 7 |
| 14 | UR La Louviere Centre | 7 | 4 |
| 15 | Oud-Heverlee Leuven | 7 | 4 |
| 16 | Cercle Brugge KSV | 7 | 3 |
| 17 | KV Mechelen | 7 | 3 |
| 18 | KV Kortrijk | 7 | 3 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Jul | KRC Genk | H | 1–1 | D |
| 01 May | KV Oostende | A | 2–6 | L |
| 01 May | KV Oostende | A | 0–0 | D |
| 18 Apr | Beerschot VA | H | 3–0 | W |
| 09 Apr | KAS Eupen | A | 4–0 | W |
| 04 Apr | KAA Gent | H | 2–1 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Jul | Royal Standard de Liege | A | 1–1 | D |
| 17 Apr | Royal Antwerp FC | A | 2–3 | L |
| 11 Apr | K. Sint-Truidense VV | H | 4–0 | W |
| 05 Apr | Oud-Heverlee Leuven | A | 3–2 | W |
| 19 Mar | Royal Standard de Liege | H | 2–2 | D |
| 07 Mar | Cercle Brugge KSV | H | 2–0 | W |
Season Stats
| Royal Standard de Liege | KRC Genk | |
|---|---|---|
| #7 | Position | #9 |
| 11 | Points | 9 |
| 7 | Played | 7 |
| 3 / 2 / 2 | W / D / L | 2 / 3 / 2 |
| 13 | Scored | 13 |
| 12 | Conceded | 12 |
| +1 | GD | +1 |
| 1.57 | PPG | 1.29 |
| 43% | Win % | 29% |
Key Stats
44%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (18 games)
H2H (18 games)
39%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
29%
Clean Sheets
Royal Standard de Liege this season
Royal Standard de Liege this season
29%
Clean Sheets
KRC Genk this season
KRC Genk this season
Royal Standard de Liege are 7th (11 pts). KRC Genk are 9th (9 pts).
Goal Timing (This Season)
Royal Standard de Liege
0-15
2/1
16-30
1/–
31-45
2/3
46-60
1/1
61-75
6/1
76+
1/6
■ Scored ■ Conceded
KRC Genk
0-15
1/4
16-30
1/1
31-45
5/–
46-60
3/1
61-75
2/1
76+
1/5
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Top Scorers (This Season)
Royal Standard de Liege
| Dennis Eckert | 4 G | 1 A |
| Adnane Abid | 3 G | 2 A |
| Casper Nielsen | 2 G | 3 A |
| Salieu Drammeh | 2 G | |
| Bernard Jordan Nguene | 1 G | 1 A |
KRC Genk
| Rafiu Durosinmi | 5 G |
| Aaron Bibout | 2 G |
| Josue Ndenge Kongolo | 2 G |
| Bryan Heynen | 1 G |
Events
Match Events
- 0' It’s Showtime! The match between Royal Standard de Liège and KRC Genk is underway.
- 5' It looks like no one’s ball. Royal Standard de Liège is used to counterattacking playing. None of the sides are ready to take the lead.
- 10' KRC Genk is defending very well tonight not leaving a chance for their rivals to get through for a goal.
- 15' Samuel Bastien has been disciplined this evening — perhaps mindful of those 12 cards already picked up this season.
- 20' Matchday of the Array and both teams know exactly what is at stake tonight.
- 25' 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.
- 30' Royal Standard de Liège are deployed in a today, looking to exploit space against KRC Genk's shape.
- 32' Moussa Sissako has been a danger all night but risks an early exit having now seen a Yellow card on 32.
- 37' Both keepers have barely been tested. Royal Standard de Liège and KRC Genk are cancelling each other out in the centre of the park.
- 42' Royal Standard de Liège currently sit in the Array table. A result here could be decisive in the race for the top positions.
- 47' KRC Genk come into this ranked in Array. They desperately need points to push themselves up the standings.
- 52' Mark McKenzie is a natural and has been asked to do a very specific job for KRC Genk tonight.
- 55' A moment of madness from Bryan Heynen on 55 minutes earns him a Yellow card. KRC Genk will be frustrated.
- 56' It’s a booking for KRC Genk player. Bryan Heynen gets a Yellow card.
- 61' While there is no rush on the pitch, let’s have a look at some stats. Maarten Vandevoordt made 323 appearances and scored 0 goals. He is very likely to score a goal today.
- 62' The crowd applauds Paul Onuachu as he leaves the pitch. Cyriel Dessers steps in for KRC Genk.
- 63' Cyriel Dessers gets the nod from KRC Genk. He replaces Paul Onuachu and will look to change the dynamic.
- 68' We are waiting for someone to take the initiative. Who will be the first to commit to attack?
- 69' Konstantinos Laifis does the damage! The net is bulging and Royal Standard de Liege surge ahead!
- 70' Denis Dragus is ready to make an impact after coming on for Jackson Muleka at the 70 minute mark.
- 71' Time for substitution for KRC Genk. Junya Ito is replaced by Joseph Paintsil.
- 74' Royal Standard de Liege manager makes another effort to make the tables turned. Collins Fai is hanging Hugo Siquet on the field on 74 minute.
- 75' It is a substitution in Royal Standard de Liege team. Gojko Cimirot is replaced by Eden Shamir on 75 minute.
- 80' The Royal Standard de Liege manager makes a substitution. Joao Klauss departs to be replaced by Olivier Dumont.
- 85' Carel Eiting has been one of the livelier players on the pitch with 0 goals to his name this season.
- 87' KRC Genk ring the changes. Angelo Preciado has done his job and it is now time for Bastien Toma to step up.
- 87' A moment of madness from Joseph Paintsil on 87 minutes earns him a Yellow card. KRC Genk will be frustrated.
- 88' The referee does not hesitate — a Yellow card for Joseph Paintsil on 88 minutes.
- 88' The KRC Genk bench stirs into life. Patrik Hrosovsky is withdrawn and Carel Eiting gets his opportunity.
- The final whistle goes. A composed, disciplined performance from to claim maximum points.
Lineups
Royal Standard de Liege Lineups
Starting XI
- 24
- 27
- 16
- 34
- 8
- 26
- 5
- 17
- 2
- 9
- 3
Bench
- 7
- 21
- 15
- 4
- 33
- 40
- 37
Coach
Mbaye Leye
KRC Genk Lineups
Starting XI
- 2
- 5
-
7
Junya Ito ↓ Joseph Paintsil 71'
-
17
Patrik Hrosovsky ↓ Carel Eiting 87'
- 8
- 26
- 10
-
18
Paul Onuachu ↓ Cyriel Dessers 62'
-
77
Angelo Preciado ↓ Bastien Toma 87'
- 11
- 3
Bench
-
9
Cyriel Dessers ↑ 62'
-
20
Carel Eiting ↑ 87'
- 33
-
28
Joseph Paintsil ↑ 71'
- 24
- 40
-
14
Bastien Toma ↑ 87'
- 6
Coach
John van den Brom
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Mbwana Samatta | 6 |
| Klauss | 3 |
| Theo Bongonda | 2 |
| Cyriel Dessers | 2 |
| Philip Zinckernagel | 2 |
| Junya Ito | 2 |
| Razvan Marin | 2 |
| Bryan Heynen | 1 |
Head to Head
Royal Standard de Liege Form
2021-07-23
Royal Standard de Liege
1–1
KRC Genk
D
2021-05-01
KV Oostende
6–2
Royal Standard de Liege
L
2021-05-01
KV Oostende
0–0
Royal Standard de Liege
D
2021-04-18
Royal Standard de Liege
3–0
Beerschot VA
W
2021-04-09
KAS Eupen
0–4
Royal Standard de Liege
W
2021-04-04
Royal Standard de Liege
2–1
KAA Gent
W
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
2 / 4
2.13
Royal Standard de Liege xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.61
KRC Genk xG
I would bet for:
Over 2.5 goals 71% + Both teams to score 70%
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: Draw
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 3.74
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✗ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 96% |
|
4% |
| ± 1.5 | 89% |
|
11% |
| ± 2.5 | 71% |
|
29% |
| ± 3.5 | 51% |
|
49% |
| ± 4.5 | 32% |
|
68% |
Double Chance
Royal Standard de Liege or Draw
72%
Draw or KRC Genk
51%
Royal Standard de Liege or KRC Genk
77%
Half-Time Result
✓ CorrectActual: Draw at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
Actual
2 – 1
8.4%
2 – 2
6.7%
1 – 2
6.4%
3 – 1
5.9%
2 – 0
5.5%
3 – 2
4.7%
1 – 0
4.6%
3 – 0
3.8%
0 – 0
3.6%
2 – 3
3.6%
1 – 3
3.4%
Asian Handicap — Royal Standard de Liege
| Handicap | Royal Standard de Liege covers | Push | KRC Genk covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 15% | — | 85% |
| -2 | 15% | 15% | 71% |
| -1.5 | 29% | — | 71% |
| -1 | 29% | 19% | 51% |
| -0.5 | 49% | — | 51% |
| +0.5 | 71% | — | 29% |
| +1 | 71% | 15% | 14% |
| +1.5 | 86% | — | 14% |
| +2 | 86% | 8% | 6% |
| +2.5 | 94% | — | 6% |
Clean Sheet
Royal Standard de Liege keeps clean sheet
21%
✓
KRC Genk keeps clean sheet
13%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.

