Main prediction: over 3.5 goals

Alternative tip: over 1.5 goals in the 1st half

Other market: over 10.5 corners

Royal Antwerp FC and KRC Genk meet again. The clash, valid for the Pro League 2026/27, takes place this 22/08 (Saturday), at Bosuilstadion, at 19:45.

In their last 5 matches across all competitions, Royal Antwerp FC have won 3 time(s). KRC Genk have won 2. KRC Genk are the favourites with a 29% probability of winning on the betting platforms.

See where to watch, who the managers should send onto the pitch and the prediction for Royal Antwerp FC vs KRC Genk.

Prediction for Royal Antwerp FC vs KRC Genk

APWin Prediction

Double Chance: Royal Antwerp FC or Draw

Overview Royal Antwerp FC vs KRC Genk

KRC Genk go in as favourites, with odds of 2.36 and a 29% chance of winning. The track record reinforces this, with 13 win(s) for Koninklijke Raceclub Genk against 13 for Royal Antwerp Football Club. The odds for a home win are {team_a_odds} and a draw is {draw_odds}.

In the Pro League, Royal Antwerp FC have 2 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 0 defeat(s), with 5 goal(s) scored and 1 conceded, having Michael Frey as top scorer with 2 goal(s). Meanwhile, KRC Genk have 1 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 1 defeat(s), with 4 goal(s) scored and 4 conceded, and Rafiu Durosinmi as top scorer with 2 goal(s).

Head-to-head between Royal Antwerp FC and KRC Genk

In 32 clashes, KRC Genk have the advantage over Royal Antwerp FC: 13 win(s) against 9 and 10 draw(s). The most recent was on 19/05/2026, in the Pro League, the match score was: KRC Genk 0-0 Royal Antwerp FC.

This data can contextualise the predictions for Royal Antwerp FC vs KRC Genk, but it guarantees nothing. Each team's form must be taken into account.

Check out all the predictions for the Pro League and see all the analysis before you bet.

Royal Antwerp FC: current form

Royal Antwerp FC have played only 2 match(es) in the Pro League.

With so few matches, their recent performance speaks louder: in their last 5 matches across all competitions, there were 3 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 1 defeat(s).

In the Jupiler Pro League the situation is this:

2 win(s), 0 draw(s), 0 defeat(s)

3 win(s) in their last 5 across all competitions

1.4 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions

Top scorer: Michael Frey (2 goal(s))

KRC Genk: current form

Meanwhile, KRC Genk have played only 2 match(es) in the Pro League.

With little data in the league, their last 5 matches across all competitions show 2 win(s), 2 draw(s) and 1 defeat(s).

In this competition, the team arrives with these numbers:

1 win(s), 0 draw(s), 1 defeat(s)

2 win(s) in their last 5 across all competitions

1.4 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions

Top scorer: Rafiu Durosinmi (2 goal(s))

Royal Antwerp FC vs KRC Genk key players

In the Pro League, Michael Frey carries Royal Antwerp Football Club's attack with 2 goal(s).

The playmaker is Jules Ahoka Jules, leading in assists with 1. In the whole season, Vincent Janssen has 10 goal(s).

On the other side, Rafiu Durosinmi is the name that frightens the most for The Smurfs with 2 goal(s) in the Pro League.

In terms of playmaking, Junya Ito leads in assists with 1. In the whole season, Daan Heymans has accumulated 10 goal(s).

Royal Antwerp FC vs KRC Genk statistics in the Pro League

Few matches into the league yet. Royal Antwerp FC have an average of 10.5 corners and 1 cards per match. KRC Genk have 10.5 corners and 3.5 cards. Check the statistics for Royal Antwerp FC vs KRC Genk in the table below.

Home Team

Royal Antwerp FC Team Logo

Royal Antwerp FC

Belgium - Pro League

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall W W W D L

2

Home W W L L W

1.8

Away W D L W W

2

Away Team

KRC Genk Team Logo

KRC Genk

Belgium - Pro League

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall W L D W D

1.6

Home W D W D D

1.8

Away L D W D L

1

More tips for Royal Antwerp FC vs KRC Genk

In addition to the main prediction, see other betting markets for Royal Antwerp FC vs KRC Genk in the Pro League:

👉 Our prediction is: Royal Antwerp FC win or draw

The home team is usually a safe bet in the Double Chance market, and that is no different in the upcoming match. Our top tip is to bet a Royal Antwerp FC win or draw against KRC Genk.

Our analysis of Royal Antwerp FC points to them being the superior side, which is why they have a strong chance to win the match outright. And with the added benefit of needing only a draw at home against KRC Genk, their chances of cashing in the 1X Double Chance bet grow even stronger.

👉 Our prediction is: Over 2.5 goals in the match

Expect a good number of goals in this match.

We predict the total to reach over 2.5 goals after closely examining the numbers of Royal Antwerp FC and KRC Genk, who are among the better attacking sides in the league.

Correct score prediction for Royal Antwerp FC vs KRC Genk

KRC Genk arrive as favourites in a clash where both teams usually score. Probable score: Royal Antwerp FC 1-3 KRC Genk. No analysis guarantees the correct score. Bet with awareness and within your limits.

Where to watch Royal Antwerp FC vs KRC Genk

Check out where to watch the live match between KRC Genk and Royal Antwerp FC:

Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled

Predicted line-ups for Royal Antwerp FC and KRC Genk

The line-ups for Royal Antwerp FC vs KRC Genk 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.

Royal Antwerp Football Club line-up

  • 4

    Yuto Tsunashima

    Defender

  • 6

    Jules Ahoka Jules

    Midfielder

  • 7

    Anthony Bajaña

    Forward

  • 9

    Michael Frey

    Forward

  • 14

    Xander Dierckx

    Midfielder

  • 20

    Rein Van Helden

    Defender

  • 24

    Thibo Somers

    Midfielder

  • 25

    Modibo Fofana

    Midfielder

  • 27

    Eran Tuypens

    Defender

  • 41

    Taishi Brandon Nozawa

    Goalkeeper

  • 77

    Ibrahim Salah

    Forward

The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.

Koninklijke Raceclub Genk line-up

  • 6

    Matte Smets

    Defender

  • 8

    Bryan Heynen

    Midfielder

  • 10

    Junya Ito

    Forward

  • 11

    Jeppe Erenbjerg

    Midfielder

  • 17

    Rafiu Durosinmi

    Forward

  • 18

    Joris Kayembe

    Defender

  • 21

    Ibrahima Sory Bangoura

    Midfielder

  • 28

    Lucca Kiaba Mounganga

    Goalkeeper

  • 30

    Ayumu Yokoyama

    Forward

  • 44

    Josué Ndenge Kongolo

    Defender

  • 77

    Zakaria El Ouahdi

    Defender

The KRC Genk starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.

Match details for Royal Antwerp FC vs KRC Genk

Match: Royal Antwerp FC vs KRC Genk

Tournament: Jupiler Pro League 2026/27

Date: 22/08/2026

Time: 19:45 (Brasília time)

Venue: Bosuilstadion

Broadcast: none scheduled

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Published on 19 August 2026, at 20:09 Last updated on 19 August 2026, at 20:09
Author: Gustavo Porto

Sports betting analyst with over ten years of experience in football analysis, match statistics and betting markets.