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
Key match information
KRC Genk played RSC Anderlecht in Pro League (Belgium). The match was played on 8 February 2026. Final score: 2:0.
Current form
KRC Genk: 1-2-2, 1.00 points/match. RSC Anderlecht: 0-2-3, 0.40 points/match.
Goal statistics
KRC Genk scores 1.35 and concedes 1.52 goals per match. RSC Anderlecht scores 1.30 and concedes 1.22. League average: 2.55 goals.
BTTS / Over / Under
BTTS: KRC Genk 83%, RSC Anderlecht 43%. Over 2.5: KRC Genk 61%, RSC Anderlecht 39%. League level: BTTS 53%, Over 2.5 44%.
xG, shots and style
KRC Genk has higher xG: 1.79 vs 1.70. KRC Genk: 15.8 shots per match, RSC Anderlecht: 15.0.
Match halves
KRC Genk: half-time lead 26%, second-half goals 0.65. RSC Anderlecht: half-time lead 30%, second-half goals 0.78.
Goals by minute
KRC Genk: 0-15 (7 goals). RSC Anderlecht: 61-75 (7 goals). This is historical distribution, not a predicted goal minute.
League context
Pro League: 2.55 goals per match, BTTS 53%, Over 2.5 44%.
Head-to-head
Before this fixture, 1 previous H2H matches were available: 0-1-0. Average goals 2.00, BTTS 100%.
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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Match statistics
Pre-match profile— what do the season numbers say?
This is a team profile based on season data and form. Match-flow statistics are shown only after the fixture is played.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Attack and defence comparison for both teams in the current 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 matches and season record, overall and split by home and away matches.
KRC Genk is 150% better for: last-5 form.
1 pts / match - KRC Genk · 0.4 pts / match - 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 conceded per match.
1.52 goals / match - KRC Genk · 1.22 goals / match - RSC Anderlecht
KRC Genk scores in 87% of matches (20 of 23 matches), while RSC Anderlecht keeps a clean sheet in 39% (9 of 23 matches).
RSC Anderlecht scores in 74% of matches (17 of 23 matches), while KRC Genk keeps a clean sheet in 4% (1 of 23 matches).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away matches in the current season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often both teams' matches have goals on both sides, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these matches cross the goal lines?
How often matches involving these teams clear goal thresholds, in the full match and in each half.
Full match - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - KRC Genk
Over / Under - RSC Anderlecht
1st half
2nd half
Match 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 / match - KRC Genk · 1.35 pts / match - RSC Anderlecht
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
KRC Genk - second-half results
Leads at half-time in 26% of matches and wins 30%. Also wins matches without a half-time lead.
Defence stays stable across the full match.
RSC Anderlecht - second-half results
Leads at half-time in 30% of matches and wins 43%. Also wins matches without a half-time lead.
Defence stays stable across the full match.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per match | 1.60 | 0.40 |
| Goals scored / match | 1.0 | 0.8 |
| Goals conceded / match | 0.8 | 1.4 |
| Average goals in match | 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 match | 0.80 | 1.00 |
| Goals scored / match | 0.6 | 0.4 |
| Goals conceded / match | 1.2 | 0.8 |
| Average goals in match | 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 |
* Colours in tables show event frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate, red is rare. It is frequency, not a team rating.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
Match phases in which both teams most often score and concede.
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 based on completed matches from the current season.
Match profile
KRC Genk
RSC Anderlecht
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range are calculated from public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical match profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed matches 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 in match | ▲ 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
Previous meeting: KRC Genk 0 - 1 - 0 RSC Anderlecht. Average goals 2.00, both teams scored in 100% matches.
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.