Genk 1-1 Gent: result and AI prediction

Genk – Gent, Jupiler Pro League, Sunday, September 13, 2026 at 03:00 PM (GMT). Venue: Cegeka Arena

Genk is #9 in the table (8 pts) and Gent #2 (15 pts). Genk is unbeaten in its last 5 matches. Gent is unbeaten in its last 5 matches. Genk averages 2.4 goals per match this season. Gent averages 2 goals per match this season. Last 6 head-to-head meetings: Genk 3, draws 3, Gent 0.

GenkGenk
Final score1 - 1
GentGent
AI predicted: 2-1 · Final score: 1-1Missed

AI confidence: Medium

AI match recap

This is a sharp contrast between Gent’s flawless league start and Genk’s much stronger home profile. Gent have been exceptionally difficult to break down, but Genk carry recent authority in this fixture at Cegeka Arena and have protected their own goal well there. The home side need to turn territory into quality chances without opening the pitch for Gent’s counters. Late team news matters more than usual because public injury listings are inconsistent.

Head-to-head analysis

The last ten listed league meetings lean clearly toward Genk, who have won five and lost only one. At Cegeka Arena, the recent evidence is even stronger: Genk have avoided defeat in the last five listed home encounters with Gent.

Injuries and absences

There are no confirmed absences in the supplied team feed, but FotMob’s conflicting listings create meaningful uncertainty around Genk’s defensive and creative options and Gent’s squad depth. Official line-ups are needed before treating any named player as definitively out.

Form (last 5)

GenkLeague position #9 · 8 ptsD W D
GentLeague position #2 · 15 ptsW W W

Genk vs Gent stats

GenkGent
Played55
Goals scored1210
Goals conceded82
Clean sheets23

Last meetings

  • 2026-05-31Gent 1-1 Genk
  • 2026-03-01Genk 3-0 Gent
  • 2025-11-09Gent 1-1 Genk
  • 2025-05-18Gent 1-4 Genk
  • 2025-03-30Genk 4-0 Gent
  • 2025-02-23Genk 0-0 Gent

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