Genk is set to host Real Betis at Luminus Arena this Thursday in a UEFA Europa League clash. This match represents an important opportunity for both teams, each looking to gain momentum in the tournament.
Recent Form
Both teams come into this match with draws in their most recent outings. Genk faced Cercle Brugge, ending the game in a 2-2 stalemate in the Jupiler Pro League. Similarly, Real Betis drew 2-2 against Villarreal in La Liga.
Genk Team News
- Player Injury: Tobias Lawal is sidelined due to a knee injury.
- Last Lineup vs. Cercle Brugge:
- Hendrik Van Crombrugge
- Joris Kayembe
- Mujaid Sadick
- Matte Smets
- Patrik Hrosovsky
- Ibrahima Bangoura
- Ken Nkuba
- Jarne Steuckers
- Bryan Heynen
- Yira Sor
- Oh Hyun-gyu
Real Betis Team News
- Last Lineup vs. Villarreal:
- Pau López
- Héctor Bellerín
- Valentín Gómez
- Natan
- Júnior Firpo
- Pablo Fornals
- Sofyan Amrabat
- Marc Roca
- Antony
- Cucho Hernández
- Abde Ezzalzouli
Statistical Insights
- Genk Performance:
- One defeat in the last five matches.
- Four consecutive games conceding goals.
- Two unbeaten matches.
- Real Betis Performance:
- One defeat in the last eleven games.
- Eleven consecutive games with goals scored.
- Seven consecutive games without a loss.
Head-to-Head Record
This match marks the first encounter between Genk and Real Betis. Until now, neither team has gained a historical advantage, as they have not faced each other before. This match will set the stage for future clashes in the Europa League.
As Genk prepares to welcome Real Betis, the stakes are high for both teams. Fans can expect an exciting and competitive fixture at Luminus Arena.
