Our KV Mechelen vs Genk Prediction: 3-1
KV Mechelen vs Genk in the Belgium First Division A is scheduled for an 17:15 GMT kick-off on Saturday January 18, 2025. Our expert analysis predicts a correct score of 3-1 for the match between KV Mechelen and Genk.
This KV Mechelen vs Genk prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.
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Recent Form Insights
KV Mechelen's Last Match – Cercle Brugge vs KV Mechelen
After suffering a 0-1 Belgium First Division A loss to Cercle Brugge, KV Mechelen must win to get back on track. In that match, KV Mechelen recorded 65% possession, attempting 10 shots on goal, with 5 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Cercle Brugge | 35% | 12 (7) | 1.49 | 59 |
KV Mechelen | 65% | 10 (5) | 0.66 | 45 |
Genk's Last Match – Club Brugge vs Genk
Genk will look to get back on track following a 1-2 Belgium Cup loss against Club Brugge on January 15. In that match, Genk had 56% possession and 1 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Club Brugge | 44% | 0 (2) | 1.27 | 32 |
Genk | 56% | 0 (1) | 1.12 | 25 |
KV Mechelen vs Genk Stats
Key Stats
| KV Mechelen | Genk | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.37 | Attacking Strength | 1.49 |
| 0.79 | Defence Strength | 1.24 |
| 0.8 | Points Per Game | 2 |
| 1/10 | WIN | 6/10 |
| 5/10 | DRAW | 2/10 |
| 2/10 | Clean Sheets | 4/10 |
| 7/10 | BTTS | 5/10 |
| 5/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 7/10 |
| 1.1 | Average Scored | 2.1 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
KV Mechelen are averaging 1.1 goals scored and 1.3 conceded per match, while Genk average 2.1 scored and 1.1 conceded per game.
KV Mechelen 11-13
Genk 21-11
What are the odds for this match?
KV Mechelen to win: @2.9
Draw: @3.6
Genk to win: @2.3