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Utrecht vs Genk Prediction – Europa League

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Here you will find the best prediction for Utrecht vs Genk in the Europa League, along with an analysis of the match and betting tips.

Read below our detailed analysis of both teams, including recent form and key statistics from their last matches to provide the best prediction for this game between Utrecht and Genk.

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Utrecht

  • January 22, 2026 – 20::00
  • Europa League

  • 2025/2026
  • League Stage – Round 7
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Genk


Betting tip and prediction for this match between Utrecht vs Genk

The best prediction for
Utrecht vs Genk in the Europa League is that both teams will score. Despite appearing to be a balanced match, Utrecht, playing in front of their home crowd, should take charge in search of their first victory in this edition of the Europa League. It is worth noting that the “Both Teams to Score – Yes” market has won in nine of Utrecht’s last ten official matches.

Best prediction for Utrecht vs Genk

More than 0.5 goals in the 1st half (live betting tip)
More than 1.5 goals (live betting tip, double or triple)
Both teams to score (riskier tip)

Will both teams score? Yes

Match prediction for Utrecht vs Genk

The teams Utrecht and Genk meet at Stadion Galgenwaard in a Europa League (League Stage) match. There has only been 1 direct confrontation in the last 3 years between these two teams, on July 6, 2022, which ended with Genk winning (1-2). In this game, the home advantage may play a crucial role, as both teams have significantly different results at home and away.

Utrecht Analysis

The home team is currently in 32nd place, with 1 point earned from 1 draw and 5 losses. In the penultimate match, they lost away to Real Betis (2-1). In their last match, they lost at home to Nottingham Forest (1-2). This team is affected by home advantage, showing stronger results when playing at home, as they have registered 4 wins, 3 draws, and 8 losses away in their last 30 matches, scoring 19 goals and conceding 22, compared to 6 wins, 4 draws, and 5 losses at home, with 23 goals scored and 16 conceded. The team comes into this clash after an away loss to FC Volendam (2-1). In their last 6 home matches in the Europa League, Utrecht has won 2, drawn 2, and lost 2.

In this competition, they have not won at home in 4 matches. The team has allowed goals to the opponent in 8 of the last 10 matches they have played in this competition, indicating they have not been very strong defensively. In 12 matches in this competition, they conceded the first goal 7 times and managed to turn the score around just 2 times.

Utrecht enters this game with a loss of 2-1 in their trip to Volendam’s stadium in a match valid for the Eredivisie. In their last Europa League match, the home team lost to Nottingham Forest (1-2). The home team is expected to line up in a 4-3-3 formation, with Sébastien Haller, Miguel Rodríguez, and Yoann Cathline leading the offensive operations. The right flank is the most exploited area, thanks to the constant efforts of Siebe Horemans, an indefatigable full-back who combines speed with sharp game reading. Gjivai Zechiël is unavailable due to suspension.

Genk Analysis

The visiting team is currently in 16th place, with 10 points earned from 3 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses. In the penultimate match, they won at home against Basel (2-1). In their last match, they lost away to FC Midtjylland (1-0). Interestingly, this team shows more positive results away than at home, as they have registered 5 wins, 5 draws, and 5 losses in the last 30 games as visitors, scoring a total of 23 goals and conceding 22. At home, they have achieved 5 wins, 4 draws, and 6 losses, scoring a total of 20 goals and conceding 20. The team comes into this match after an away loss to Zulte-Waregem (2-1). In their last 4 away matches in the Europa League, Genk won 3 and lost 1. The team has allowed goals to the opponent in 6 of the last 8 matches in this competition, indicating that they have not been very strong defensively.

Genk enters this match with a loss of 2-1 in their trip to Zulte Waregem’s stadium in a match valid for the Belgian League. In their last Europa League match, the visitors lost to Midtjylland (1-0). The visiting team is expected to line up in their usual 4-3-3 formation, favoring a compact organization but always ready to accelerate during transitions. Up front, Konstantinos Karetsas, Robin Mirisola, and Yira Collins Sor form a feared trio, combining speed, unpredictability, and a knack for scoring. Tactically, Genk typically prioritizes the left flank, where Yaimar Medina plays a pivotal role, frequently positioning himself to add depth to the visiting attack. All players are available for this match.

Best prediction for Utrecht vs Genk

More than 0.5 goals in the 1st half (live betting tip)
More than 1.5 goals (live betting tip, double or triple)
Both teams to score (riskier tip)

Will both teams score? Yes

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