Union Saint-Gilloise vs KRC Genk: match statistics
Union Saint-Gilloise presents impressive home form with 92% victories and just 8% draws at their own stadium, not losing a single match at home this season. The hosts possess a phenomenal goal difference of +24 in home matches, scoring an average of 2.15 goals with just 0.31 conceded per match, which confirms their defensive dominance with 69% clean sheets. KRC Genk performs significantly worse in away matches, conceding an average of 1.54 goals and winning only 38% of meetings away, with a negative goal difference of -1. The difference in the quality of the hosts' home play and the visitors' away play is evident, and Union Saint-Gilloise's possession disadvantage (52% vs 60% for Genk) should not be a problem given their offensive efficiency and defensive solidity. The recent series of five consecutive victories at their own stadium and lack of defeats in the last five matches overall (WWDWD) give Union Saint-Gilloise a clear psychological and sporting advantage in this clash.
Union Saint-Gilloise vs KRC Genk: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Union Saint-Gilloise played against KRC Genk in Pro League (Belgium). The game was played on March 7, 2026. Final score: 2:1.
Recent form
Union Saint-Gilloise has 3 wins, 2 draws and 0 losses over its last five games, averaging 2.20 points per game. KRC Genk has 4 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss, with 2.40 points per game.
Scoring records
Union Saint-Gilloise scores 1.59 goals per game and allows 0.56. KRC Genk scores 1.44 and allows 1.48. Games in this league average 2.58 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 44% of Union Saint-Gilloise's games and 74% of KRC Genk's. The Over 2.5 rates are 30% and 63%, compared with league averages of 53% for BTTS and 46% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
KRC Genk has the higher season xG average, 1.82 to 1.73 per game. Union Saint-Gilloise takes 15.2 shots per game, while KRC Genk takes 15.9.
First-half and second-half trends
Union Saint-Gilloise leads at halftime in 44% of its games and scores 0.96 goals per game after halftime. KRC Genk leads at halftime in 26% and scores 0.78 after halftime.
When the teams score
Union Saint-Gilloise's most productive scoring window is minutes 76-90+ (13 goals). For KRC Genk, it is minutes 0-15 (8 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Pro League games average 2.58 goals. Both teams score in 53% of games, and 46% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 1 home win, 0 draws and 0 away wins. Those games averaged 3.00 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
Union Saint-Gilloise presents impressive home form with 92% victories and just 8% draws at their own stadium, not losing a single match at home this season. The hosts possess a phenomenal goal difference of +24 in home matches, scoring an average of 2.15 goals with just 0.31 conceded per match, which confirms their defensive dominance with 69% clean sheets. KRC Genk performs significantly worse in away matches, conceding an average of 1.54 goals and winning only 38% of meetings away, with a negative goal difference of -1. The difference in the quality of the hosts' home play and the visitors' away play is evident, and Union Saint-Gilloise's possession disadvantage (52% vs 60% for Genk) should not be a problem given their offensive efficiency and defensive solidity. The recent series of five consecutive victories at their own stadium and lack of defeats in the last five matches overall (WWDWD) give Union Saint-Gilloise a clear psychological and sporting advantage in this clash.
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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
| Union Saint-Gilloise | KRC Genk | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 36% | 37% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.29 | 0.25 |
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 9% better for: last-5 form.
2.2 pts / game - Union Saint-Gilloise · 2.4 pts / game - KRC Genk
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.
Union Saint-Gilloise is 10% better for: goals scored per game.
1.59 goals / game - Union Saint-Gilloise · 1.44 goals / game - KRC Genk
Union Saint-Gilloise is 164% better for: goals allowed per game.
0.56 goals / game - Union Saint-Gilloise · 1.48 goals / game - KRC Genk
Union Saint-Gilloise scores in 81% of games (22 of 27 meczów), while KRC Genk keeps a clean sheet in 11% (3 of 27 meczów).
KRC Genk scores in 85% of games (23 of 27 meczów), while Union Saint-Gilloise keeps a clean sheet in 48% (13 of 27 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 - Union Saint-Gilloise
Over / Under - KRC Genk
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.
Union Saint-Gilloise is 46% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.74 pts / game - Union Saint-Gilloise · 1.19 pts / game - KRC Genk
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Union Saint-Gilloise - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 44% of games and wins 59%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
KRC Genk - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 26% of games and wins 37%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.60 | 1.80 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.6 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 0.2 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 0.8 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 80% |
| No goal | 40% | 40% |
| Goal difference | +1 | +2 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.60 | 1.80 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.8 | 1.2 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 0.6 |
| Average goals per game | 1.4 | 1.8 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 60% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 40% |
| No goal | 40% | 40% |
| Goal difference | +1 | +3 |
* 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 76-90 (13 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (5). Late-goal balance (76-90): +8 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 0-15 (8 goals). Concedes most in 0-15 (9). Late-goal balance (76-90): -1 - 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
Union Saint-Gilloise
KRC Genk
* 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
| Union Saint-Gilloise | Liga | KRC Genk | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 2.15 | 2.58 | ▲ 2.93 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 44% | 53% | ▲ 74% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 30% | 46% | ▲ 63% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 48% | 27% | ▼ 11% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 70% | 72% | ▲ 85% |
| Goal after half-time | • 74% | 73% | ▲ 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
Substitutes
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 Union Saint-Gilloise's perspective: 1 win, 0 draws and 0 losses against KRC Genk. Games average 3.00 goals, and both teams scored in 100% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Union Saint-Gilloise vs KRC Genk?
The Pro League match finished Union Saint-Gilloise 2:1 KRC Genk. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Union Saint-Gilloise vs KRC Genk?
Union Saint-Gilloise score 1.59 goals per game on average and KRC Genk 1.44. The Pro League average is 2.58 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 46% of games. Both teams score in 44% of Union Saint-Gilloise's matches and 74% of KRC Genk's.
What form are Union Saint-Gilloise and KRC Genk in?
Over the last 5 games Union Saint-Gilloise have a 3-2-0 record (2.20 points per game) and KRC Genk 4-0-1 (2.40 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Union Saint-Gilloise vs KRC Genk?
Here you can check the pre-match numbers for Union Saint-Gilloise vs KRC Genk: form, H2H, goals and Over/Under. The pick itself, value and reasoning are published in the NoFluffPicks app.