Zulte Waregem vs Genk prediction: teams form analysis, possible lineups on August 9, 2026
In the 1st round of the Belgian Pro League on August 9, 2026, Zulte Waregem and Genk will face off. The visitors are hoping to achieve good results here.
Zulte Waregem vs Genk: Team News and Expert Analysis
The Waregem club does not have particularly high ambitions—they traditionally fight for survival. Last season, after the main phase, the players again found themselves among the bottom four. Fortunately, in such company, they managed to stand out and confidently took first place in that group.
Genk's team collected 42 points in 30 games during the first part of the 2025/2026 season, just two fewer than Anderlecht, but failed to break into the top 6. Later, they seemed to salvage the season: they topped their group and scored first in the playoff for a spot in the Conference League, even in extra time. However, they conceded a penalty and let in a goal from Gent in the 120th minute and then lost in the penalty shoot-out.
One of the underdogs of 2025/2026 managed to balance things out at the end: 1.47 goals scored and conceded per game on average. Jess Thorup's men did slightly better, averaging 1.41 goals scored and 1.32 conceded per match.
Previous Matches: Zulte Waregem vs Genk
Genk had won eight consecutive games. But in January, they lost 0-1 away.
The hosts are not widely trusted, but they've shown good results lately. Let's believe they can avoid defeat (odds – 1.68).
Zulte Waregem vs Genk: Key Statistics and Trends
- Zulte Waregem have won thirteen of their last fifteen matches, though the most recent was only via penalties after a 2-2 draw
- Genk have won twice after three consecutive defeats
Zulte Waregem vs Genk: Probable Starting Lineups
Zulte Waregem play with a 1-3-4-2-1 formation (possible lineup): Gabriel - Villen, Lemoine, De Jager - Cappelle, Claes, Sergio Uika, Marli Ake - Tobias Hedl, Opoku - Vossen
Genk use a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (possible lineup): Bruggmans - Palacios, Kongolo, Zattleberger, Christian Akpan - Ibrahima Sory Bangura, Heynen - Yokoyama, Heymans, Stojkers - Aaron Bibu
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