Zulte-Waregem vs Racing Genk: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 January

Betiball's prediction for Zulte-Waregem vs Racing Genk on 17 January 2026 (kick-off: 11:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Zulte-Waregem vs Racing Genk preview before placing your bet.

Zulte-Waregem vs Racing Genk: Starting Lineups Time : 17/01/2026 11:00

Zulte-Waregem
2 - 1
Finished
Racing Genk
90+2' event Anton Tanghe / Benoit De Jaegere
86' event Wilguens Paugain
85' event Stavros Gavriel / Jeppe Erenbjerg
83' event Wilguens Paugain
76' event Marley Ake
73' event Wilguens Paugain / Benoit Nyssen
73' event Yannick Cappelle / Emran Soglo
58' event Enrique Lofolomo
event 85' Adrian Palacios / Yaimar Medina
event 82' Jarne Steuckers / Daan Heymans
event 74' Aaron Bibout
event 66' Junya Ito / Yira Sor
event 66' Ibrahima Sory Bangoura / Nikolas Sattlberger
event 66' Aaron Bibout / Robin Mirisola
event 47' Nikolas Sattlberger
event 40' Matte Smets
90+2' event Anton Tanghe / Benoit De Jaegere
event 85' Adrian Palacios / Yaimar Medina
86' event Wilguens Paugain
event 82' Jarne Steuckers / Daan Heymans
85' event Stavros Gavriel / Jeppe Erenbjerg
event 74' Aaron Bibout
83' event Wilguens Paugain
event 66' Junya Ito / Yira Sor
76' event Marley Ake
event 66' Ibrahima Sory Bangoura / Nikolas Sattlberger
73' event Wilguens Paugain / Benoit Nyssen
event 66' Aaron Bibout / Robin Mirisola
73' event Yannick Cappelle / Emran Soglo
event 47' Nikolas Sattlberger
58' event Enrique Lofolomo
event 40' Matte Smets
Zulte-Waregem Zulte-Waregem
Substitutions
#3 Anton Tanghe
#11 Stavros Gavriel
#12 Wilguens Paugain
#55 Yannick Cappelle
#20 Tobias Hedl
#9 Jelle Vossen
#1 Louis Bostyn
#58 Siebe Van Keymolen
#52 Tuur Dierickx
Zulte-Waregem Zulte-Waregem Racing Genk Racing Genk
22Shots7
10Shots on Goal5
9Fouls14
4Corner Kick0
14Free kick9
1Offside1
2Yellow card2
23Aerial9
4Save7
16Successful Tackles14
5Interceptions7
42Long pass20
0Assist1
3Successful center0
4Shots off goal2
1Hit The Post0
14Head Success2
8Blocked0
10Tackle9
5Dribbles6
15Throw-in15
386Passes620
67Attacks121
57Dangerous attacks46
3Corner Kicks(HT)0
4BigChances0
2BigChancesMissed0
11ShotsInsideBox3
11ShotsOutsideBox4
49DuelsWon31
2.07ExpectedGoals0.48
1.66xGOpenPlay0.48
2.07xGNonPenalty0.48
1.66xGOT1.09
32Touches In Opposition Box16
15AccurateCrosses7
35GroundDuelsWon29
14AerialDuelsWon2
20Clearances39
Racing Genk Racing Genk
Substitutions
#7 Jarne Steuckers
#23 Aaron Bibout
#10 Junya Ito
#21 Ibrahima Sory Bangoura
#34 Adrian Palacios
#1 Hendrik Van Crombrugge
#27 Ken Nkuba
#44 Josue Ndenge Kongolo
#9 Oh Hyun Gyu
Commentary
90+2' Zulte-Waregem — substitution: Anton Tanghe / Benoit De Jaegere
86' Goal! Wilguens Paugain - Zulte-Waregem
85' Zulte-Waregem — substitution: Stavros Gavriel / Jeppe Erenbjerg
85' Racing Genk — substitution: Adrian Palacios / Yaimar Medina
83' Wilguens Paugain - Zulte-Waregem receive a yellow card
82' Racing Genk — substitution: Jarne Steuckers / Daan Heymans
76' Goal! Marley Ake - Zulte-Waregem
74' Goal! Aaron Bibout - Racing Genk
73' Zulte-Waregem — substitution: Wilguens Paugain / Benoit Nyssen
73' Zulte-Waregem — substitution: Yannick Cappelle / Emran Soglo
66' Racing Genk — substitution: Junya Ito / Yira Sor
66' Racing Genk — substitution: Ibrahima Sory Bangoura / Nikolas Sattlberger
66' Racing Genk — substitution: Aaron Bibout / Robin Mirisola
58' Enrique Lofolomo - Zulte-Waregem receive a yellow card
47' Nikolas Sattlberger - Racing Genk receive a yellow card
40' Matte Smets - Racing Genk receive a yellow card

How We Build the Zulte-Waregem vs Racing Genk Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Zulte-Waregem vs Racing Genk on 17 January 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Zulte-Waregem vs Racing Genk Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Zulte-Waregem's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Racing Genk's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live standings and the form table to understand exactly where Zulte-Waregem and Racing Genk sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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