KRC Genk vs RSC Anderlecht: match statistics
KRC Genk is showing solid form in their last five matches with a record of 3-1-1 and 8 goals scored, which translates to 2 points per match. The hosts have an advantage in xG statistics (2.02 vs 1.49), indicating better quality of chances created. RSC Anderlecht is experiencing a clear away crisis with just 27% away wins and a negative run of one win in their last five matches (0.8 PPG). Anderlecht also struggles with a 36% FTS% away and a high average xG Against (1.58), which points to defensive weaknesses. Despite Genk having a negative goal difference at home (-2), their possession advantage (64% vs 56%) and better offensive efficiency in recent weeks give them a real chance to triumph. The form of both teams and xG statistics point to a slight advantage for the hosts, although a close match with a possibility of a draw is expected.
KRC Genk vs RSC Anderlecht: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
KRC Genk played against RSC Anderlecht in Pro League (Belgium). The game was played on February 8, 2026. Final score: 2:0.
Recent form
KRC Genk has 1 win, 2 draws and 2 losses over its last five games, averaging 1.00 points per game. RSC Anderlecht has 0 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses, with 0.40 points per game.
Scoring records
KRC Genk scores 1.35 goals per game and allows 1.52. RSC Anderlecht scores 1.30 and allows 1.22. Games in this league average 2.55 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 83% of KRC Genk's games and 43% of RSC Anderlecht's. The Over 2.5 rates are 61% and 39%, compared with league averages of 53% for BTTS and 44% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
KRC Genk has the higher season xG average, 1.79 to 1.70 per game. KRC Genk takes 15.8 shots per game, while RSC Anderlecht takes 15.0.
First-half and second-half trends
KRC Genk leads at halftime in 26% of its games and scores 0.65 goals per game after halftime. RSC Anderlecht leads at halftime in 30% and scores 0.78 after halftime.
When the teams score
KRC Genk's most productive scoring window is minutes 0-15 (7 goals). For RSC Anderlecht, it is minutes 61-75 (7 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Pro League games average 2.55 goals. Both teams score in 53% of games, and 44% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 0 home wins, 1 draw and 0 away wins. Those games averaged 2.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 100% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
KRC Genk is showing solid form in their last five matches with a record of 3-1-1 and 8 goals scored, which translates to 2 points per match. The hosts have an advantage in xG statistics (2.02 vs 1.49), indicating better quality of chances created. RSC Anderlecht is experiencing a clear away crisis with just 27% away wins and a negative run of one win in their last five matches (0.8 PPG). Anderlecht also struggles with a 36% FTS% away and a high average xG Against (1.58), which points to defensive weaknesses. Despite Genk having a negative goal difference at home (-2), their possession advantage (64% vs 56%) and better offensive efficiency in recent weeks give them a real chance to triumph. The form of both teams and xG statistics point to a slight advantage for the hosts, although a close match with a possibility of a draw is expected.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| KRC Genk | RSC Anderlecht | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 36% | 31% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.24 | 0.28 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
KRC Genk is 150% better for: last-5 form.
1 pts / game - KRC Genk · 0.4 pts / game - RSC Anderlecht
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
RSC Anderlecht is 25% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.52 goals / game - KRC Genk · 1.22 goals / game - RSC Anderlecht
KRC Genk scores in 87% of games (20 of 23 meczów), while RSC Anderlecht keeps a clean sheet in 39% (9 of 23 meczów).
RSC Anderlecht scores in 74% of games (17 of 23 meczów), while KRC Genk keeps a clean sheet in 4% (1 of 23 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - KRC Genk
Over / Under - RSC Anderlecht
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
RSC Anderlecht is 15% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.17 pts / game - KRC Genk · 1.35 pts / game - RSC Anderlecht
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
KRC Genk - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 26% of games and wins 30%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
RSC Anderlecht - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 30% of games and wins 43%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.60 | 0.40 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.0 | 0.8 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.8 | 1.4 |
| Average goals per game | 1.8 | 2.2 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 60% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 40% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 0% |
| No goal | 20% | 40% |
| Goal difference | +1 | -3 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.80 | 1.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.6 | 0.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.2 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 1.8 | 1.2 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 60% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 40% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 20% | 60% |
| No goal | 60% | 80% |
| Goal difference | -3 | -2 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 0-15 (7 goals). Concedes most in 0-15 (9). Late-goal balance (76-90): -4 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 61-75 (7 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (9). Late-goal balance (76-90): -4 - late phases are a weakness.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
KRC Genk
RSC Anderlecht
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Pro League).
Teams vs league
| KRC Genk | Liga | RSC Anderlecht | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 2.87 | 2.55 | • 2.52 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 83% | 53% | ▼ 43% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▲ 61% | 44% | ▼ 39% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 4% | 27% | ▲ 39% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 87% | 72% | ▼ 57% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 74% | 72% | ▲ 78% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
Head-to-head
Record from KRC Genk's perspective: 0 wins, 1 draw and 0 losses against RSC Anderlecht. Games average 2.00 goals, and both teams scored in 100% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of KRC Genk vs RSC Anderlecht?
The Pro League match finished KRC Genk 2:0 RSC Anderlecht. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before KRC Genk vs RSC Anderlecht?
KRC Genk score 1.35 goals per game on average and RSC Anderlecht 1.30. The Pro League average is 2.55 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 44% of games. Both teams score in 83% of KRC Genk's matches and 43% of RSC Anderlecht's.
What form are KRC Genk and RSC Anderlecht in?
Over the last 5 games KRC Genk have a 1-2-2 record (1.00 points per game) and RSC Anderlecht 0-2-3 (0.40 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for KRC Genk vs RSC Anderlecht?
The statistical background for KRC Genk vs RSC Anderlecht — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under — is on this page. The tip with full reasoning and a value assessment is in the NoFluffPicks app.