Genk vs. Union St.Gilloise Prediction, Match Preview and Betting Tips, 21 September 2025

This upcoming clash between Genk and Union St.Gilloise on 21 September 2025 in the First Division A promises to be an intriguing contest. The match will take place at Cegeka Arena with a kickoff time of 12:30. Union St.Gilloise, currently topping the league, travel to face a mid-table Genk side that sits 10th.

Union St.Gilloise have been defensively solid, conceding just three goals in their seven matches, and enter this game on a high after a 3-1 Champions League victory over PSV. Genk, despite their lower standings, have shown resilience at home and can control matches, evidenced by their average of 2.00 goals per game in their last five.

Given Genk’s strong home performance and Union St.Gilloise’s occasional struggles away from home against organized sides, our recommended bet is Genk to win Draw No Bet for added security.

Expect an engaging match that will contribute significantly to both teams’ season narratives.

Genk vs Union St.Gilloise Prediction & Betting Tip

Backing Genk on Draw No Bet against Union St.Gilloise is a cautious yet practical prediction. Here’s why:

• Strong Home Form: Genk excel at home, often dictating the game with strengths in attack and midfield, averaging 2.00 goals per game in their last five matches.
• Away Team’s Struggles: Union St.Gilloise, despite topping the table, occasionally find it difficult to secure points away from home against well-organized teams.
• Secure Option: The Draw No Bet option adds security as the stake is refunded if the match ends in a draw, making it an appealing choice for bettors.

Expect an engaging contest, with Genk looking to leverage their home advantage against the league leaders.

Genk vs Union St.Gilloise Odds

The odds for this First Division A clash between Genk and Union St.Gilloise offer intriguing insights into how bookmakers view this matchup. Despite Union St.Gilloise leading the league, Genk are still given a fighting chance at home.

With Genk at odds of 2.94 to win, the bookmakers acknowledge the potential for a home upset. A draw seems more balanced, sitting at 3.44, which reflects the relative evenness of the contest. Union St.Gilloise, as the bookmaker favourites, come in at 2.27 for the win.

Backing Genk with a Draw No Bet option at 2.27 provides an extra layer of security for bettors who expect a close encounter that might end in a draw.

Genk Team Analysis

Genk Recent Performance W, L, W, D, L

Genk’s form has been a bit of a mixed bag in recent games, encapsulated by their W, L, W, D, L record in the last five matches. They registered a thrilling 5-1 victory over Lech Poznan in Europa League qualification but followed up with a narrow 1-2 loss at home in the return leg. In the Jupiler League, they’ve shown similar inconsistency, winning 3-2 against Zulte Waregem but then only managing a 1-1 draw against Anderlecht and losing 0-1 to Sporting Charleroi.

Despite this, they are known for their strong home performances, averaging 2.00 goals per game in their last five matches, though they have kept no clean sheets in that period. Their attack, led by Zakaria El Ouahdi, who has netted 4 goals, remains potent. However, their defense, conceding an average of 1.4 goals per game this season, needs to tighten up to climb the standings.

Genk Key Players

Genk will rely heavily on their key players to make an impact in this crucial clash against league leaders Union St.Gilloise. Up front, Zakaria El Ouahdi, the team’s top scorer with 4 goals, is a significant threat, renowned for his agility and finishing skills. In midfield, Bryan Heynen and Ibrahima Sory Bangoura will be pivotal in controlling the game and providing assists.

Potential key battles on the pitch include El Ouahdi up against Union’s solid defence, particularly the likes of Kevin Mac Allister and Christian Burgess.

Expected lineup for Genk:

• Goalkeeper: Tobias Lawal
• Defenders: Zakaria El Ouahdi, Mujaid Sadick, Matte Smets, Joris Kayembe Ditu
• Midfielders: Bryan Heynen, Ibrahima Sory Bangoura, Jarne Steuckers, Konstantinos Karetsas, Junya Ito
• Forward: Hyeon-gyu Oh

With a well-rounded lineup and some standout players, Genk will aim to leverage their home advantage to secure a positive result.

Genk Suspensions & Injuries

For this upcoming match against Union St.Gilloise, Genk are dealing with a few injury concerns. Daan Heymans is doubtful due to an ankle injury and Yira Sor is expected to return late in September, leaving both players’ availability in question. Their absence could impact Genk’s midfield depth and attacking options.

Heymans’ creativity and Sor’s agility upfront would certainly have added more firepower to Genk’s game. This means that the onus will fall on other key players like Bryan Heynen and Hyeon-gyu Oh to step up and fill the void.

While these injuries present challenges, Genk have enough quality in their squad to compensate and make a strong showing at home, leveraging their depth to adapt to these setbacks.

Genk Tactics and Formation

Genk, under the management of Thorsten Fink, frequently deploy a 4-2-3-1 formation, balancing between solid defense and dynamic offense.

Genk Tactical Breakdown:

• Formation: 4-2-3-1
• Key Forward: Hyeon-gyu Oh
• Midfield Duo: Bryan Heynen and Ibrahima Sory Bangoura
• Wide Threats: Jarne Steuckers and Junya Ito

Despite not keeping any clean sheets in their last five games, Genk averages 2.00 goals per match, showcasing their attacking prowess. Their strategy often involves leveraging the flanks, with Ito and Steuckers providing width and crosses for Hyeon-gyu Oh.

Given Genk’s strong home form and offensive quality, watch out for key moments, particularly around the 61-75 minute mark, where they tend to be more aggressive and decisive in the attack. This tactical approach will be essential against the defensively solid Union St.Gilloise.

Union St.Gilloise Team Analysis

Union St.Gilloise Recent Performance W, D, W, W, W

Union St.Gilloise have been in stellar form, illustrated by their W, D, W, W, W record in the last five matches. Their dominance at both ends of the pitch is evident, with an average of 1.80 goals scored per game and four clean sheets in the same period.

Their recent outings include a remarkable 3-1 Champions League victory over PSV Eindhoven, a testament to their form and defensive solidity, conceding only three goals in their seven league matches. Domestically, they secured a 1-0 win against FCV Dender EH, reflecting their ability to grind out results.

As they sit atop the league table with 17 points, Union St.Gilloise are a formidable force, blending a stout defense with a potent attack. With only 0.4 goals conceded on average per match this season, they will be tough to break down as they face Genk.

Union St.Gilloise Key Players

Union St.Gilloise boast a squad teeming with talent, spearheaded by their top scorer, Kevin Rodriguez, who has netted 4 goals this season. His clinical finishing and movement off the ball make him a constant threat to opposition defenses.

Another key player is Mathias Rasmussen, pivotal in midfield, offering both creative spark and defensive solidity. His ability to link play between the defense and attack is crucial for Union’s fluid style of play.

In defense, Kevin Mac Allister and Christian Burgess are central to Union’s solidity, contributing significantly to their four clean sheets in the last five matches.

Expected lineup for Union St.Gilloise:

• Goalkeeper: Kjell Scherpen
• Defenders: Ross Sykes, Kevin Mac Allister, Fedde Leysen
• Midfielders: Anan Khalaili, Mathias Rasmussen, Adem Zorgane, Ousseynou Niang
• Attackers: Promise David, Raul Florucz, Anouar Ait El Hadj

This balanced lineup ensures both defensive sturdiness and attacking potency, making Union tough to beat.

Union St.Gilloise Suspensions & Injuries

Union St.Gilloise have minimal injury concerns ahead of their match against Genk. The notable absentee is Mohammed Fuseini, who is sidelined with an ankle injury and is expected to return in early October 2025. His absence could slightly impact the attacking depth but given Union’s robust squad, they are well-equipped to handle this setback.

No players are currently suspended, allowing head coach Sébastien Pocognoli to field his best possible lineup. This enables Union to maintain their defensive solidity and attacking threat, crucial as they aim to extend their impressive run in the league.

Union St.Gilloise Tactics and Formation

Union St.Gilloise, under the guidance of Sébastien Pocognoli, typically line up in a 3-4-1-2 formation, allowing them to be both defensively sound and offensively versatile.

Union St.Gilloise Tactical Breakdown:

• Formation: 3-4-1-2
• Key Forward: Kevin Rodriguez
• Midfield Engine: Mathias Rasmussen
• Wing play: Anan Khalaili and Ousseynou Niang providing width and crosses
• Defensive Rock: Kevin Mac Allister and Christian Burgess

With four clean sheets in their last five games, the defensive trio of Sykes, Mac Allister, and Leysen have been pivotal. Offensively, Rodriguez and Promise David lead the line, with Promise playing just behind Rodriguez in the forward line.

They tend to exploit the wings through Khalaili and Niang, creating opportunities for their forwards. Their strategy often includes periods of high intensity around the 61-75 minute mark, a phase where they frequently attack and score. This tactical cohesion will be key against a resilient Genk side.

Genk vs Union St.Gilloise Head-to-Head Statistics

The recent head-to-head statistics between Genk and Union St.Gilloise clearly highlight the away team’s dominance. Out of the last five encounters, Union St.Gilloise have won four, marking clear superiority.

Recent meetings:

• 2025-05-03: Union St.Gilloise 1 – 0 Genk (First Division A Playoff Championship Group)
• 2025-04-20: Genk 1 – 2 Union St.Gilloise (First Division A Playoff Championship Group)
• 2025-03-15: Genk 2 – 1 Union St.Gilloise (First Division A)
• 2024-11-10: Union St.Gilloise 4 – 0 Genk (First Division A)
• 2024-05-26: Union St.Gilloise 2 – 0 Genk (First Division A Playoff Championship Group)

These results reflect Union’s dominance and Genk’s struggle to secure wins against them recently. However, Genk did manage a 2-1 victory in one of their last five encounters, showing they can be competitive at home.

Given these statistics, Union St.Gilloise enter the match with a psychological edge, having enjoyed a strong run against Genk in the past. Nevertheless, Genk will be eager to turn the tide at Cegeka Arena.

Odds accurate as of 19/09/2025 12:31, and are subject to change. Please always check the odds before placing your bets with any bookmaker.