Read our prediction for Genk vs St. Liege below. This preview was written by a sport journalist who is specialised in betting tips and predictions.
Genk vs St. Liege Prediction & Betting tips
Both teams were able to qualify for the final of the cup last weekend, where they will compete against each other. But Friday’s game is also very important for both teams with a view to participating in play-off 1 (or 2).
Genk:
John van den Brom has led KRC Genk to the cup final, while play-off 1 is also almost in. The Dutchman encountered some obstacles on his way, but in the end the goal was achieved. One intervention turned out to be crucial. “We had a hard time making the game and making it into the opponent’s box. The latter has always been our strength. In a 3-4-3 you miss a number ten that can connect. “Ultimately, Kristian Thorstvedt was the link. “He is doing very well,” van den Brom concludes. “Not only because he scores well, but precisely because he keeps getting into the box. Plus: Thorstvedt is a guy. And we needed that. ”
It was still shivering and trembling for a ten-man KRC Genk, but in the end they were able to qualify for the final of the Croky Cup at the expense of Anderlecht. There they will compete against Standard. The Limburgers still have an outstanding account to be raised. Standard and Genk will therefore meet again in the final of the Croky Cup. It will be a re-release of the 2018 edition, when an exciting final was only decided in the extensions.
It is mainly Paul Onuachu who makes the necessary impression in the front. The goalgetter has already hit 25 times. The Scottish Celtic Glasgow had already shown interest, but Olympique Lyon and some clubs from England would also like to have him come over. Earlier this week, he fell next to the Nigerian selection and had to settle for a place on the reserve list.
Standard:
In recent weeks it has not always been easy for Mbaye Leye. The Standard coach was heavily criticized for his way of working as the Rouches were unable to win a single time in their last seven league games. When they finally won, Leye remained hard for his players despite the fact that they had just thrown top favorite Club Brugge from the Croky Cup after a 1-0 victory in the quarterfinals. Instead of encouraging his players afterwards, he remained harsh and even refused to congratulate his players. This time, however, the Standard coach changes the gun from the back to take a softer approach after his team managed to qualify for the cup final last Saturday. De Rouches went on to win 0-1 on a visit to Eupen.
Standard still seems to be going to save the failed season: “We made it to this final and can therefore be happy. We won thanks to a great shot from Selim. Still, we missed too many chances and we could and should have finished the match earlier, “Liege goalkeeper Arnaud Bodart said after the match.
Selim Amallah is one of the strongholds at Standard this season. During the past transfer periods, he has always stayed on board with the Rouches, but will that also be possible this summer? Amallah may well be working on his last games for Standard. If he wins the cup with Standard, Amallah has proven everything in Belgium and he can start with a nice high. Given the club’s financial situation, his departure should be a foregone conclusion. Even without winning the cup.
Genk vs St. Liege head to head matches
23.08.20 JL St. Liege Genk 0 : 0
16.02.20 JL Genk St. Liege 1 : 3
19.10.19 JL St. Liege Genk 1 : 0
19.05.19 JL Genk St. Liege 0 : 0
19.04.19 JL St. Liege Genk 1 : 3
* Our advice is: Genk to win
* Selection odd for this bet is: 2.12
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