As the Jupiler Pro League continues with the third matchday of 2024-25, both teams in the featured match of this weekend will be hoping to turn their fortunes this weekend.
After matching records of a draw and a loss in their first two fixtures, Genk and Club Brugge will each want to get their season up and running this weekend with a win. Both possess talented squads and will hope to be among the top contenders for the title come the end of the campaign.
Read on for Bet777‘s preview of Genk vs Club Brugge.
Genk Vs Club Brugge Preview
After a stuttering start, Genk will look to get back to winning ways this weekend when they face an intimidating Brugge side who will show no sympathy to the hosts. The starting stages of the season can prove to be definitive and can affect a team’s mentality going forward.
These games are of vital importance, so Genk will be looking to make their mark after suffering a 3-1 loss to Leuven last time out and pick up a first victory of what they hope will be a successful 2024-25 campaign.
They will look to star men Matias Galarza and their top scorer from last season, Tolu Arokodare for attacking inspiration. Breaking down the Brugge defence will not be easy but their dynamic and adaptable playing style, achieved through their talented offence, may give Genk the edge they need to claim the three points.
Brugge will be greatly disappointed with their start to the season after suffering a 1-0 loss to Standard Liege last weekend. With the oncoming challenge of Champions League football after winning the Pro League last season, Nicky Hayen’s side need to get themselves in order if they want to enjoy more success in the near future.
Thankfully for the defending champions, they do have a wealth of talent within their squad, with talented youngsters combining with experienced veterans to give the team a well-rounded feel, which is needed for a title run. Antonio Nusa and summer signing Gustaf Nilsson will be the attacking focus of the side, with Hans Vanaken hoping to perform to the same level as last season in a supporting role. It is certainly an interesting tie on paper and potentially a key clash in the formation of the Pro League table at this early stage.
Genk Vs Club Brugge Odds
Reigning champions Brugge will enter the pitch as 2.01 favourites to claim all three points. But hosts Genk are not too far behind as 3.41 underdogs for the win.
Genk Vs Club Brugge Betting Tips
*Odds are correct at time of publication and subject to change
Title Contenders
As the Champions League representative for Belgium this season, Brugge are expected to take this one. But Genk will certainly not roll over and Brugge will have to earn a first victory of the campaign. Brugge to win and both teams to score is at 3.50
Back With a Bang
Brugge will also be determined to make a statement with a comprehensive win to silence the critics. Brugge to score over two goals in the match is at 2.87
Genk Team News
Predicted XI (5-2-3) Penders; Bonsu Baah, Kayembe, Smets, Sadick, Fadera; Hrosovsky, Bangoura; Steukers, Arokodare, Karetsas
Club Brugge Team News
Predicted XI (4-2-3-1) Mignolet; Seys, Romero, Mechele, Siquet; Jashari, Nielsen; Tzolis, Vanaken, Skoras; Nilsson
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