KRC Genk recently clinched a 2-1 victory against Malmö FF in their final match of the Europa League League Phase. Despite this win, the team ended up narrowly missing out on a top-eight position, finishing ninth overall.
Genk’s League Phase Performance
Genk completed the League Phase with a total of 16 points. Their record included:
- 5 wins
- 1 draw
- 2 losses
This performance places Genk in the knockout stage where they will face either Brann or Dinamo Zagreb.
Upcoming Matches
As a result of finishing ninth, Genk will enter the knockout round against the teams ranked 23rd or 24th. Dinamo Zagreb concluded its campaign in 23rd place after suffering a 2-0 defeat to Midtjylland in their last match. They accrued a total of 10 points during the League Phase.
Brann finished last among the teams that qualify for the knockout stage, ending with a 1-0 loss to Sturm Graz in their final match. In Norway’s Eliteserien, Brann achieved a fourth-place finish.
Knockout Stage Details
The draw for the knockout round will take place on January 30 at 13:00 in Nyon, Switzerland. The first leg matches are scheduled for February 19, while the return matches will follow on February 26. The winners of these matchups will advance to the round of 16, with the draw for this stage set for February 27.
Additional Updates
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