Zulte-Waregem vs KRC Genk: match statistics
Both teams have performed poorly in their last five matches, earning an identical 0.4 points per game without a single victory. Zulte-Waregem holds a minimal home advantage with a +1 goal difference in home matches, while Genk shows a negative balance of -2 on the road. Genk dominates possession (61% vs 46%) and records more shots on target (5.6 vs 4.22), suggesting better game control, yet their conversion rate is merely 9% compared to the hosts' 13%. Both teams have comparable average xG (1.31 for Zulte vs 1.68 for Genk) and identical averages for goals conceded (1.33-1.56), indicating balanced quality in defense and attack. Given the current poor form of both squads and the statistical equilibrium, a draw seems the most probable outcome of this match.
Zulte-Waregem vs KRC Genk: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Zulte-Waregem played against KRC Genk in Pro League (Belgium). The game was played on January 17, 2026. Final score: 2:1.
Recent form
Zulte-Waregem has 0 wins, 3 draws and 2 losses over its last five games, averaging 0.60 points per game. KRC Genk has 1 win, 2 draws and 2 losses, with 1.00 points per game.
Scoring records
Zulte-Waregem scores 1.30 goals per game and allows 1.45. KRC Genk scores 1.35 and allows 1.55. Games in this league average 2.54 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 65% of Zulte-Waregem's games and 80% of KRC Genk's. The Over 2.5 rates are 45% and 60%, compared with league averages of 55% for BTTS and 45% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
KRC Genk has the higher season xG average, 1.87 to 1.30 per game. Zulte-Waregem takes 11.2 shots per game, while KRC Genk takes 16.8.
First-half and second-half trends
Zulte-Waregem leads at halftime in 25% of its games and scores 0.60 goals per game after halftime. KRC Genk leads at halftime in 20% and scores 0.70 after halftime.
When the teams score
Zulte-Waregem's most productive scoring window is minutes 16-30 (6 goals). For KRC Genk, it is minutes 46-60 (6 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Pro League games average 2.54 goals. Both teams score in 55% of games, and 45% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 0 home wins, 0 draws and 1 away win. Those games averaged 5.00 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
Both teams have performed poorly in their last five matches, earning an identical 0.4 points per game without a single victory. Zulte-Waregem holds a minimal home advantage with a +1 goal difference in home matches, while Genk shows a negative balance of -2 on the road. Genk dominates possession (61% vs 46%) and records more shots on target (5.6 vs 4.22), suggesting better game control, yet their conversion rate is merely 9% compared to the hosts' 13%. Both teams have comparable average xG (1.31 for Zulte vs 1.68 for Genk) and identical averages for goals conceded (1.33-1.56), indicating balanced quality in defense and attack. Given the current poor form of both squads and the statistical equilibrium, a draw seems the most probable outcome of this match.
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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
| Zulte-Waregem | KRC Genk | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 35% | 34% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.12 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.34 | 0.23 |
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 67% better for: last-5 form.
0.6 pts / game - Zulte-Waregem · 1 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.
Zulte-Waregem is 7% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.45 goals / game - Zulte-Waregem · 1.55 goals / game - KRC Genk
Zulte-Waregem scores in 75% of games (15 of 20 meczów), while KRC Genk keeps a clean sheet in 5% (1 of 20 meczów).
KRC Genk scores in 85% of games (17 of 20 meczów), while Zulte-Waregem keeps a clean sheet in 20% (4 of 20 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 - Zulte-Waregem
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.
Zulte-Waregem is 20% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.2 pts / game - Zulte-Waregem · 1 pts / game - KRC Genk
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Zulte-Waregem - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 25% of games and wins 25%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.2 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
KRC Genk - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 20% of games and wins 30%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.20 | 0.40 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.8 | 0.2 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.8 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 1.6 | 1.0 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 60% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 20% | 20% |
| No goal | 20% | 80% |
| Goal difference | 0 | -3 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.40 | 1.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 1.2 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.4 | 1.0 |
| Average goals per game | 1.8 | 2.2 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 60% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 40% |
| Clean sheet | 20% | 20% |
| No goal | 60% | 20% |
| Goal difference | -5 | +1 |
* 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 16-30 (6 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (7). Late-goal balance (76-90): -1 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 46-60 (6 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
Zulte-Waregem
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
| Zulte-Waregem | Liga | KRC Genk | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 2.75 | 2.54 | ▲ 2.90 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 65% | 55% | ▲ 80% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | • 45% | 45% | ▲ 60% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 20% | 26% | ▼ 5% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 75% | 71% | ▲ 90% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 80% | 73% | ▼ 70% |
^ 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 Zulte-Waregem's perspective: 0 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss against KRC Genk. Games average 5.00 goals, and both teams scored in 100% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Zulte-Waregem vs KRC Genk?
The Pro League match finished Zulte-Waregem 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 Zulte-Waregem vs KRC Genk?
Zulte-Waregem score 1.30 goals per game on average and KRC Genk 1.35. The Pro League average is 2.54 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 45% of games. Both teams score in 65% of Zulte-Waregem's matches and 80% of KRC Genk's.
What form are Zulte-Waregem and KRC Genk in?
Over the last 5 games Zulte-Waregem have a 0-3-2 record (0.60 points per game) and KRC Genk 1-2-2 (1.00 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Zulte-Waregem vs KRC Genk?
This page shows the full statistical context — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under. The tip, value assessment and full reasoning are in the NoFluffPicks app.