Standard Liege vs Genk Predictions
Jupiler Pro League · Belgium
Standard Liege
Full Time
0 - 0
AI predicted 1 - 2
Genk
Win Probability (1X2)
Best Value Pick
Over/Under 2.5: Under 2.5
@ 5.3(+23% edge)
Match Result
6.5/10Genk Held to Frustrating Stalemate by Resolute Standard Liege
Standard Liege and Genk played out a tense 0-0 draw at Maurice Dufrasne, with both sides unable to break the deadlock despite a flurry of chances, particularly from the visitors. Genk dominated the attacking statistics, registering 22 shots to Standard's 10 and edging possession with 51%, but were repeatedly denied by a disciplined home defense and a sharp performance from goalkeeper Matthieu Epolo. The match was a story of Genk's persistent probing against a compact Standard Liege, who soaked up pressure and threatened sporadically on the counter. Tempers flared at times, with three yellow cards shown, but neither side could find the clinical edge required to claim all three points. The result leaves both teams ruing missed opportunities as the season draws to a close.
🔥 AI Prediction Report
CERTIFIED WPredicted
1 - 2
Actual
0 - 0
💰 Bet Results1/1 hit
Key Moments
24' — Yellow Card
Standard Liege's discipline tested as the first yellow card is shown to a home player.
38' — Yellow Card
Genk pick up their first booking as tempers flare in midfield.
62' — Yellow Card
Second Genk player cautioned after a tactical foul to stop a counter.
70' — Save
Matthieu Epolo pulls off a crucial save to deny Genk's best chance of the match.
83' — Chance Missed
Genk squander a late opportunity, firing wide from close range.
Standard Liege
Standard Liege delivered a gritty defensive performance, absorbing sustained pressure from Genk while looking to capitalize on the break. Despite conceding 22 shots, they limited Genk to just five on target and kept their shape well throughout. Going forward, Standard struggled to create clear openings, with only four shots on target from ten attempts, but their resilience at the back earned them a hard-fought point.
Key Players
Strengths
Weaknesses
Genk
Genk controlled large spells of the match, dictating play with 51% possession and a remarkable 22 shots, but their finishing let them down. The midfield, led by Bryan Heynen, orchestrated the tempo and created opportunities, but the forwards were unable to convert. Defensively, Genk were rarely troubled, but their frustration grew as the breakthrough failed to materialize, compounded by a higher foul count and two yellow cards.
Key Players
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Tactical Analysis
Both teams set up with compact shapes, prioritizing defensive solidity. Standard Liege, without a named formation, played with a back three and looked to crowd the central areas, forcing Genk wide. Genk, meanwhile, utilized their midfielders to maintain possession and recycle the ball, but often found themselves frustrated by Standard's low block. The lack of tactical changes through substitutions meant both sides stuck to their initial plans, with Genk's pressing forcing turnovers but not leading to a breakthrough. Set pieces provided half-chances, but neither side capitalized on their corners.
Turning Point
Matthieu Epolo's crucial save in the 70th minute denied Genk a likely winner and preserved the stalemate.
Man of the Match
Matthieu Epolo
His string of saves under relentless Genk pressure was vital to Standard's clean sheet and point.
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Over 2.5 Goals
57%
BTTS: Yes
58%
Likely Scores
1-1 · 1-2 · 0-1
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Standard Liege vs Genk Prediction Confidence at a Glance
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Where the Model Sees Value: Standard Liege vs Genk(1)
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Over/Under 2.5: Under 2.5@ 5.3
The model gives a 42% chance for under 2.5 goals, while the odds imply only 19%. Both teams have shown some defensive solidity recently and the last two H2H meetings ended under 2.5. The price is excellent for the risk.
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The Case For This Standard Liege vs Genk Prediction
This match features two teams in strong recent form, with Standard Liege coming off a big away win and Genk bouncing back with a convincing home victory. Genk have a slightly better away record and more attacking threat over the season, but Standard's recent momentum and home advantage could make this a tightly contested game. Expect a competitive match with chances for both sides, but Genk's superior attacking numbers and away record give them a slight edge.
Key Factors at a Glance
Attack
- →Standard Liege have won 3 of their last 5, scoring 2.2 goals per game.
- →Genk average 1.49 goals per game for the season and have scored in 4 of their last 5.
Defence
- →Both teams average about 1 goal conceded per game in last 5.
Injuries & Team News
- →No significant injuries reported for either side.
Match Context
- →Standard's home record is weak (5W, 6D, 7L), while Genk's away record is solid (7W, 5D, 6L).
- →Head-to-head is very balanced (4W each, 2D in last 10).
🚩 Standard Liege vs Genk Corners Prediction
low confidenceOur corners model projects roughly 5.2 corners for Standard Liege and 4.8 for Genk, for an expected total of 10. That makes the model lean Over 9.5 corners (54%). Over 8.5: 66% · Over 10.5: 41%.
How Standard Liege and Genk Are Arriving
Form, fitness and who's likely to start.
Standard Liege vs Genk Goalscorer Form
Goals scored in last 5 matches across all competitions. Rate = goals ÷ 5 games. XI badge shows player is in the expected starting lineup.
Standard Liegelast 5 matchesScoring consistently
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Occasional threat
Occasional threat
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Genklast 5 matchesNo scorer data yet — available after predictions are regenerated.
Standard Liege are in good form, winning three of their last five and notably thrashing Antwerp 5-0 away. Genk have also been consistent, with two wins, two draws, and just one loss in their last five, including a recent 3-0 win at home. Both sides are showing attacking intent, but Standard have been slightly more prolific in recent matches.
Standard Liege vs Genk — Last 10 Matches
What History Says: Standard Liege vs Genk
Head-to-head history is balanced, with both teams taking four wins each in the last ten meetings and two draws. Recent encounters have been close, with a 1-1 draw and a 0-3 away win for Standard in the last two. Scorelines tend to be tight, indicating another competitive fixture is likely.
Standard Liege vs Genk Head-to-Head History
Last 10 meetings between these sides
4
Standard Liege wins
3
Draws
3
Genk wins
Where the Model Disagrees with the Odds: Standard Liege vs Genk
The standout value is on under 2.5 goals at 5.3, given the model's 42% probability versus the implied 19%. The 1x2 market is well-aligned with model probabilities, offering little value. BTTS 'no' is slightly overpriced, but not enough to recommend. The under 2.5 offers a rare high-value spot in an otherwise efficient market.
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Things to Watch: Standard Liege vs Genk
- ⚠️Some recent match stats (shots, possession) are missing, increasing uncertainty.
- ⚠️Both teams are in similar league positions and form, making the outcome less predictable.
- ⚠️Genk's away defence is leaky (31 conceded in 18), but Standard's home attack is below average.
- ⚠️The odds for under 2.5 goals are unusually high, but both teams' recent goal trends are mixed.
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How This Prediction Was Made
The numbers on this page come from a structured statistical pack for Standard Liege vs Genk: recent results and scoring data for both sides, home/away splits, the head-to-head record, current league standings, known injuries and live bookmaker odds, all sourced from the API-Football data feed.
An AI model analyses that pack and produces the probabilities, predicted score and written analysis shown above. Nothing is edited by hand, and no information outside the data pack is used.
Last updated: 11 May 2026 (refreshed automatically as new team data arrives). Every prediction is scored against the real result once the match finishes — see the verified track record or read the full methodology. Football is inherently uncertain: treat this page as analysis, not advice.