Pro League
KRC Genk vs Waasland-Beveren
Fri, 28 Aug 2026 - 19:45 (UK Time)
Stadium: Luminus Arena
KRC Genk vs Waasland-Beveren Prediction & Stats - Pro League 2026/27
Predictions
Another instalment of a long-running fixture. KRC Genk vs Waasland-Beveren carries real history into this round of the Pro League.
The two sides meet on 28/08 (Friday) at Luminus Arena, 19:45 (UK time).
Read the KRC Genk vs Waasland-Beveren prediction below before backing anything.
Our verdict on KRC Genk vs Waasland-Beveren
A deep head-to-head record gives this fixture a story, and that context feeds directly into our thinking. This is the KRC Genk vs Waasland-Beveren call we are most confident in:
Eagle Predict Prediction
Double Chance: KRC Genk or Draw
Last updated on 26-08-2026.
Who do the bookmakers favour?
The market makes KRC Genk the side to beat, with roughly 63% of the implied odds in their favour.
For the wider picture, compare all Pro League odds and the rest of the round's fixtures before you settle on a bet.
KRC Genk Preview
KRC Genk reach this fixture 3 match into their Pro League. Here is where KRC Genk stand:
In this competition
1 won, 1 drawn, 1 lost
1.33 points per game
8 scored, at 2.67 a game
8 conceded, at 2.67 a game
KRC Genk, season-wide
1 won, 1 drawn, 1 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Rafiu Durosinmi, 3 goals
Most assists: Jeppe Erenbjerg, 2 assists
Recent results — KRC Genk
22/08/2026 14:45
15/08/2026 14:45
09/08/2026 10:00
31/05/2026 12:30
23/05/2026 14:45
Waasland-Beveren: how they are travelling
Waasland-Beveren come in 3 matches into their Pro League.
Here is what Waasland-Beveren have produced:
In this competition
1 won, 0 drawn, 2 lost
1 points per game
2 scored, at 0.67 a game
6 conceded, at 2 a game
Waasland-Beveren, season-wide
1 won, 0 drawn, 2 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Chris Lokesa, 1 goals
Most assists: Christian Brüls, 1 assists
Recent results — Waasland-Beveren
22/08/2026 10:00
16/08/2026 07:30
09/08/2026 13:15
17/04/2026 14:00
11/04/2026 14:00
The head-to-head favours KRC Genk
Recent meetings have tended to go KRC Genk's way against Waasland-Beveren.
From 13 match(es):
KRC Genk: 8 win(s)
Waasland-Beveren: 0 win(s)
Drawn: 5
It is a pattern worth weighing in the KRC Genk vs Waasland-Beveren prediction.
Form comparison KRC Genk vs Waasland-Beveren
A side-by-side look at how both teams are performing right now, to set the context for your bets:
Home Team
KRC Genk
Belgium - Pro League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
D
W
L
|
1.33 |
| Home |
W
|
3 |
| Away |
D
L
|
0.5 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 33% | 100% | 0% |
| Goals | 5.33 | 5 | 5.5 |
| Scored | 2.67 | 3 | 2.5 |
| Conceded | 2.67 | 2 | 3 |
| Both Teams to Score | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.76 | 2.39 | 1.45 |
|
xGA
|
1.42 | 1.17 | 1.55 |
Away Team
Waasland-Beveren
Belgium - Pro League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
W
L
|
1 |
| Home |
W
|
3 |
| Away |
L
L
|
0 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 33% | 100% | 0% |
| Goals | 2.67 | 1 | 3.5 |
| Scored | 0.67 | 1 | 0.5 |
| Conceded | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| Both Teams to Score | 33% | 0% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 33% | 100% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 33% | 0% | 50% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.23 | 1.09 | 1.31 |
|
xGA
|
1.98 | 2.01 | 1.96 |
Further markets to consider
Beyond the main tip at the top of the page, two more selections stand out for this match-up:
👉 Prediction: KRC Genk to Win the 1st Half
Backing KRC Genk to win the first half is our top betting recommendation.
They are a team that thrives on fast starts, applying early pressure with an aggressive attacking style. Given their strong home performances and ability to dominate from the start, we expect them to take control early against Waasland-Beveren and lead at halftime.
👉 Prediction: Over 2.5 Goals
KRC Genk vs Waasland-Beveren is set up to be a tough match, and we expect it to go over 2.5 goals.
With bookmakers offering odds of 1.54 on this outcome, there’s great value in betting on three or more goals being scored, especially considering the attacking strength of both teams.
Fixture information - KRC Genk vs Waasland-Beveren
Match: KRC Genk vs Waasland-Beveren
Competition: Pro League
Date: Friday, 28/08/2026
Kick-off: 19:45 (UK time)
Venue: Luminus Arena
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Stats
The statistics for KRC Genk vs Waasland-Beveren that you will find on this page should help you make well-informed decisions for placing your bets.
Goal Average
4.25
League: 3.29
Both Teams to Score
75%
League: 50%
Over 1.5+
100%
League: 83%
Over 2.5+
100%
League: 67%
Cards
6.5
League: 2.38
Corners
12.5
League: 10.21
Home Team
KRC Genk
Belgium - Pro League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
D
W
L
|
1.33 |
| Home |
W
|
3 |
| Away |
D
L
|
0.5 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 33% | 100% | 0% |
| Goals | 5.33 | 5 | 5.5 |
| Scored | 2.67 | 3 | 2.5 |
| Conceded | 2.67 | 2 | 3 |
| Both Teams to Score | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.76 | 2.39 | 1.45 |
|
xGA
|
1.42 | 1.17 | 1.55 |
Away Team
Waasland-Beveren
Belgium - Pro League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
W
L
|
1 |
| Home |
W
|
3 |
| Away |
L
L
|
0 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 33% | 100% | 0% |
| Goals | 2.67 | 1 | 3.5 |
| Scored | 0.67 | 1 | 0.5 |
| Conceded | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| Both Teams to Score | 33% | 0% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 33% | 100% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 33% | 0% | 50% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.23 | 1.09 | 1.31 |
|
xGA
|
1.98 | 2.01 | 1.96 |
Corners
10 / Match
+7% Corners / Match
KRC Genk received +7% more corners than Waasland-Beveren in the Pro League
9.33 / Match
Royal Antwerp FC
(4)
KVC Westerlo
(8)
Zulte-Waregem
(3)(6)
Zulte-Waregem
(1)
RSC Anderlecht
(3)
Royal Antwerp FC
Cards
3 / Match
+29% Cards / Match
KRC Genk received +29% more cards than Waasland-Beveren in the Pro League
2.33 / Match
Royal Antwerp FC
(2)
KVC Westerlo
(3)
Zulte-Waregem
(4)(3)
Zulte-Waregem
(0)
RSC Anderlecht
(4)
Royal Antwerp FC
Goals Scored
2.67 / Match
+299%
KRC Genk is +299% better in terms of goals scored
0.67 / Match
Royal Antwerp FC
(4)
KVC Westerlo
(3)
Zulte-Waregem
(1)(0)
Zulte-Waregem
(1)
RSC Anderlecht
(1)
Royal Antwerp FC
Goals Conceded
2.67 / Match
+25%
KRC Genk condeded +25% more goals than Waasland-Beveren
2 / Match
Royal Antwerp FC
(4)
KVC Westerlo
(2)
Zulte-Waregem
(2)(4)
Zulte-Waregem
(0)
RSC Anderlecht
(2)
Royal Antwerp FC
Pro League Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Club Brugge
|
3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 7 | 9 | 3 |
| 2 |
Sporting Charleroi
|
3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 9 | 3 |
| 3 |
Zulte-Waregem
|
3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 7 | 2.33 |
| 4 |
Royal Antwerp FC
|
3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 9 | 5 | 4 | 7 | 2.33 |
| 5 |
KAA Gent
|
2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 3 |
| 6 |
Standard Liège
|
3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 5 | 2 | 5 | 1.67 |
| 7 |
Union Saint-Gilloise
|
2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 2 |
| 8 |
Lommel United
|
3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 1.33 |
| 9 |
KRC Genk
|
3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 4 | 1.33 |
| 10 |
RSC Anderlecht
|
2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 1.5 |
| 11 |
Waasland-Beveren
|
3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 6 | -4 | 3 | 1 |
| 12 |
Sint-Truiden
|
2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| 13 |
Cercle Brugge
|
3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 6 | -1 | 2 | 0.67 |
| 14 |
KV Mechelen
|
3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 7 | -4 | 1 | 0.33 |
| 15 |
RAAL La Louvière
|
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 6 | -4 | 0 | 0 |
| 16 |
OH Leuven
|
2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 6 | -5 | 0 | 0 |
| 17 |
KV Kortrijk
|
2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 6 | -6 | 0 | 0 |
| 18 |
KVC Westerlo
|
3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 12 | -9 | 0 | 0 |
Odds
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