What is our Westerlo vs Genk prediction?
Our prediction for this match: Westerlo 2 - 1 Genk
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Westerlo and Genk go head to head in a highly-anticipated Jupiler League game on Saturday afternoon. As Westerlo have been showing signs of improvement of late, we predict a 2-1 home win. The hosts come into this match in excellent form after a 2-1 win over Standard Liege, extending a strong run of 2.00 points per game over their last 10 matches. Their home performances are more inconsistent, but their away record has been outstanding (2.60 PPG), built on defensive solidity—conceding just 0.80 goals per game overall and keeping clean sheets in 60% of matches. However, suspension for defender Amando Lapage could slightly disrupt their back line.
Genk arrive after a goalless draw with Leuven and remain a dangerous but inconsistent side. The visitors average 1.50 points per game and score 1.70 goals per match overall, but their away form is a major concern, conceding 3.25 goals per game and failing to keep a clean sheet in any of their last away fixtures. The suspension of forward Robin Mirisola also reduces their attacking threat.
Given Westerlo's excellent recent form and strong defensive record, Home Win should definitely be considered, alongside Over 1.5 and Over 2.5 goals (Genk games average 3.60 goals with very open defensive away performances).
This Belgian Pro League match will be played on Saturday, 18 April 2026 at 17:15.
- League
- Belgian Pro League
- Kick-off
- Sat 18 Apr 2026, 17:15UK time
Westerlo vs Genk Betting Tips
| Betting Tip | Odds | Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Match result | ||
| Correct Score: Westerlo 2-1 Genk | 9/1 | |
| Double Chance: 1X | 4/9 | |
| Draw No Bet: Westerlo | 5/6 | |
| Half Time/Full Time: Westerlo / Westerlo | 3/1 | |
| Asian Handicap: Westerlo +0.5 | 1/2 | |
| European Handicap: Westerlo +1 | 4/9 | |
| Player bets | ||
| Anytime Goalscorer: Isa Sakamoto | 13/8 | |
| First Goalscorer: Isa Sakamoto | 6/1 | |
| Goals | ||
| Both Teams to Score: Yes | 8/15 | |
| Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Over 1.5 Goals | 2/11 | |
| Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Over 2.5 Goals | 8/13 | |
| Over / Under 3.5 Goals: Under 3.5 Goals | 1/2 | |
| Over / Under 4.5 Goals: Under 4.5 Goals | 1/5 | |
| Westerlo Clean Sheet: No | 2/9 | |
| Corners | ||
| Total Corners: 9 - 11 | 8/5 | |
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View OfferWesterlo Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wlwwdwldww | 2.00 |
| Home | lwdlw | 1.40 |
| Away | wwwdw | 2.60 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 60% | 40% | 80% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 1.90 | 2.40 | 1.40 |
| Scored | 1.10 | 1.00 | 1.20 |
| Conceded | 0.80 | 1.40 | 0.20 |
| BTTS | 30% | 40% | 20% |
| Clean Sheets | 60% | 40% | 80% |
| Failed to Score | 30% | 40% | 20% |
| Expected Goals | 1.42 | 1.34 | 1.51 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.25 | 1.19 | 1.32 |
Genk Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | ldwlwwldwd | 1.50 |
| Home | ldwwwd | 1.83 |
| Away | lldw | 1.00 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 40% | 50% | 25% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 3.60 | 2.33 | 5.50 |
| Scored | 1.70 | 1.33 | 2.25 |
| Conceded | 1.90 | 1.00 | 3.25 |
| BTTS | 50% | 17% | 100% |
| Clean Sheets | 40% | 67% | 0% |
| Failed to Score | 20% | 33% | 0% |
| Expected Goals | 1.61 | 1.84 | 1.28 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.39 | 1.25 | 1.61 |
Westerlo vs Genk Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
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