Main prediction: Koninklijke Raceclub Genk to win
Alternative tip: over 1.5 goals in the 1st half
Other market: over 10.5 corners
KRC Genk and KAA Gent have a track record that never disappoints football fans.
The two teams meet this 13/09 (Sunday), at Cegeka Arena (Luminus Arena), at 15:00, and the Pro League 2026/27 gets another chapter of this rivalry.
In their last 5 across all competitions, KRC Genk have won 2 time(s) and score 2.4 goals per match. Meanwhile, KAA Gent have won 4 time(s). KRC Genk have a 46.73% chance of winning according to the bookmakers.
See the probable line-ups, match details, where to watch and the prediction for KRC Genk vs KAA Gent.
Prediction for KRC Genk vs KAA Gent
No BTTS 2nd Half
Overview KRC Genk vs KAA Gent
KRC Genk are favourites, with odds of 2.14 and a 46.73% chance of winning. The direct head-to-head also leans towards Koninklijke Raceclub Genk, with 14 win(s) against 11 for KAA Gent. The odds for a Koninklijke Atletiek Associatie Gent win are 4.12 and a draw is 3.76.
In the Belgium Pro League, KRC Genk have 2 win(s), 2 draw(s) and 1 defeat(s), with 12 goal(s) scored and 8 conceded. The top scorer is Rafiu Durosinmi, with 4 goal(s). On the other side, KAA Gent have 5 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 0 defeat(s), with 10 goal(s) scored and 2 conceded. José Mendieta is the top scorer with 2 goal(s).
Head-to-head between KRC Genk and KAA Gent
In 36 clashes, KRC Genk have the advantage over KAA Gent: 14 win(s) against 11 and 11 draw(s). The most recent was on 31/05/2026, in the Pro League. draw won on that occasion.
The dominance in the head-to-head record is a factor that goes into the predictions for KRC Genk vs KAA Gent, but it does not define the result alone. The context of the tournament and each team's form weigh just as much as the record.
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KRC Genk: current form
KRC Genk's attack is firing: an average of 2.4 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions. One of the most productive attacks at the moment.
See their performance in this edition of the Pro League:
2 win(s), 2 draw(s), 1 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.6 point(s) per match
12 goals scored (2.4 per match)
Top scorer: Rafiu Durosinmi (4 goal(s))
KAA Gent: current form
On the other side, KAA Gent are also in great form: a 100% win rate and 3 points per match in 5 matches in the Pro League.
In their last 5 across all competitions: 4 win(s) and 0 defeat(s).
See more of their performance in the Belgium Pro League:
5 win(s), 0 draw(s), 0 defeat(s)
Performance: 3 point(s) per match
10 goals scored (2 per match)
Top scorer: José Mendieta (2 goal(s))
KRC Genk vs KAA Gent key players
In the Pro League, Rafiu Durosinmi carries Koninklijke Raceclub Genk's attack with 4 goal(s).
The playmaker is Jeppe Erenbjerg, leading in assists with 3. In the whole season, Daan Heymans has 10 goal(s).
On the other side, José Mendieta is the name that frightens the most for The Buffalos with 2 goal(s) in the Pro League.
In terms of playmaking, Siebe Van der Heyden leads in assists with 1. In the whole season, Wilfried Kanga has accumulated 12 goal(s).
KRC Genk vs KAA Gent statistics in the Pro League
KRC Genk have an average of 9.6 corners and 2 cards per match. Meanwhile, KAA Gent have 7.8 corners and 1.2 cards. See the numbers for KRC Genk vs KAA Gent in the table below.
KRC Genk
Belgium - Pro League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D W D W L |
1.6 |
| Home | W W D W D |
2.2 |
| Away | D D L D W |
1.2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 40% | 100% | 0% |
| Goals | 4 | 4.5 | 3.67 |
| Scored | 2.4 | 3.5 | 1.67 |
| Conceded | 1.6 | 1 | 2 |
| Both Teams to Score | 60% | 50% | 67% |
| Without Conceding | 40% | 50% | 33% |
| Failed To Score | 20% | 0% | 33% |
| 1st to Score | 40% | 50% | 33% |
|
xG
|
1.55 | 2.02 | 1.24 |
|
xGA
|
1.43 | 1.29 | 1.53 |
KAA Gent
Belgium - Pro League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W W W W D |
2.6 |
| Home | W W D D W |
2.2 |
| Away | W W W W D |
2.6 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Goals | 2.4 | 2 | 3 |
| Scored | 2 | 1.67 | 2.5 |
| Conceded | 0.4 | 0.33 | 0.5 |
| Both Teams to Score | 40% | 33% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 60% | 67% | 50% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 40% | 100% | 50% |
|
xG
|
1.32 | 1.58 | 0.94 |
|
xGA
|
1.03 | 0.95 | 1.16 |
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Correct score prediction for KRC Genk vs KAA Gent
KRC Genk hold the advantage in the head-to-head record and arrive with good attacking output. Our score projection: KRC Genk 3-1 KAA Gent. Getting the exact score right requires luck and analysis. Bet responsibly.
Where to watch KRC Genk vs KAA Gent
Check out where to watch the live match between KAA Gent and KRC Genk:
Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled
Predicted line-ups for KRC Genk and KAA Gent
The line-ups for KRC Genk vs KAA Gent in the Jupiler Pro League are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.
Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.
Koninklijke Raceclub Genk line-up
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6
Matte Smets
Defender
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8
Bryan Heynen
Midfielder
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10
Junya Ito
Forward
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11
Jeppe Erenbjerg
Midfielder
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17
Rafiu Durosinmi
Forward
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18
Joris Kayembe
Defender
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20
Kevin Viega
Defender
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21
Ibrahima Sory Bangoura
Midfielder
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28
Lucca Kiaba Mounganga
Goalkeeper
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30
Ayumu Yokoyama
Forward
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44
Josué Ndenge Kongolo
Defender
The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.
Koninklijke Atletiek Associatie Gent line-up
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5
Mouhamed Ngom
Defender
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7
Michel Ange Balikwisha
Forward
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11
Momodou Sonko
Forward
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16
Christian Burgess
Defender
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17
Mathias Delorge-Knieper
Midfielder
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20
Tiago Araújo
Defender
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27
Tibe De Vlieger
Midfielder
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33
Davy Roef
Goalkeeper
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44
Siebe Heyden
Defender
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47
José Mendieta
Forward
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57
Matties Volckaert
Defender
The KAA Gent starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.
Match details for KRC Genk vs KAA Gent
Match: KRC Genk vs KAA Gent
Tournament: Jupiler Pro League 2026/27
Date: 13/09/2026
Time: 15:00 (Brasília time)
Venue: Cegeka Arena (Luminus Arena)
Broadcast: none scheduled
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