Genk vs Brugge prediction and betting tips on February 5, 2025
Game Prediction
On February 5, 2025, the second leg of the Belgian Cup semi-final will see Genk face Brugge. The hosts need to overcome a 1-2 defeat from the first leg to reach the final.
Our prediction for Genk vs Brugge
"Smurfs" finished only fifth in the Jupiler Pro League last season. Additionally, they lost the decisive match for a spot in the Conference League to Gent. "Blauw-Zwart," having changed their coach near the end of the season, managed to reclaim their championship title under the guidance of Niki Heyen.
The current Belgian champions have performed decently in the UEFA Champions League, with notable matches against PSG. Domestically, however, they lost the Super Cup and are fighting to maintain their league lead despite the added pressure. Their chances have been dwindling, especially after a recent loss to Antwerp, who have emerged as the main (and currently, the only) competitors for the title. In their most recent match, they beat Beerschot.
In the cup, "Smurfs" have confidently defeated Waasland-Beveren, Standard, and Cercle Brugge. Meanwhile, their current opponents, Genk, managed to eliminate Spouwen-Mopertingen, Patro Eisden, and Leffel. Moreover, Brugge secured a solid 2-1 victory at home in the first leg of the semi-final.
Genk vs Brugge: Key statistics and trends
- Genk won five out of their last six matches
- On average, Genk scores 1.96 goals and concedes 1.21 goals per match
- Brugge has not lost in all competitions since October but now has two consecutive defeats and four matches without a win
- On average, Brugge scores 2.21 goals and concedes 1.17 goals per match
Genk vs Brugge: Possible starting lineups
Genk (possible lineup): Penders - Kayembe, Smet, Sadik, El-Wahdi - Heynen, Bangura, Groshovski, Steikers, Baa - Arokodare
Brugge (possible lineup): Yakkers - De Keyper, Mehele, Ordonez, Sabbe - Yashari, Nwadike, Vanaken, Zolis, Talbi - Joudjla
Head-to-head matches: Genk vs Brugge
"Blauw-Zwart" has won five out of the last six encounters. The only loss came in August of the previous year, but Brugge managed to avenge it both in the league and in the cup.
Free prediction for Genk vs Brugge
The hosts are largely underestimated, but this only makes it safer to bet that they will at least avoid a loss (odds – 1.63).
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