KV Mechelen v Genk prediction
Team pages: KV Mechelen · Genk · Head-to-head
TACTIX’s free model pick for KV Mechelen v Genk, Jupiler Pro League on Sat, 31 Oct 2026 16:00 GMT posts shortly before kick-off. Form, head-to-head and league standing for both sides are below.
The match
KV Mechelen host Genk in the Jupiler Pro League on Saturday 31 October (kick-off 16:00 UK).
Form and the table
10 of KV Mechelen’s last 15 results in all competitions went over 2.5 goals (67%). Both teams scored in seven of KV Mechelen’s last 15 results in all competitions (47%). At home, KV Mechelen have three wins, two draws and three defeats in their last 8 home matches in all competitions — 1.38 points per game, scoring 2.00 and conceding 2.25. KV Mechelen have scored nine goals, the eighth-fewest (shared) of the 18 clubs (2026/27 so far). KV Mechelen have conceded 17 goals, the fifth-most (shared) of the 18 clubs.
Seven of Genk’s last 15 results in all competitions went over 2.5 goals (47%). Both teams scored in four of Genk’s last 15 results in all competitions (27%). Away from home, Genk have two wins, four draws and three defeats in their last 9 away matches in all competitions — 1.11 points per game, scoring 1.00 and conceding 1.22. Genk have scored 16 goals, the fourth-most (shared) of the 18 clubs (2026/27 so far). Genk have conceded 12 goals, the eighth-fewest of the 18 clubs.
KV Mechelen are unbeaten in their last three matches in all competitions. KV Mechelen (14th) and Genk (seventh) are six points apart, 2026/27 so far. TACTIX’s Glicko-2 team ratings have Genk the stronger side, 252 rating points above KV Mechelen (Genk 1685, KV Mechelen 1433, after at least 300 rated matches each).
Head-to-head
The most recent meeting, on 13 February 2026, finished KV Mechelen 2–3 Genk.
Team news
Predicted KV Mechelen XI (3-4-2-1): N. Mirás, J. Marsà, L. Marijnissen, M. Eerdhuijzen, F. Hammar, T. Koudou, D. Praet, S. Michez, B. Bafdili, D. Salifou, M. van Brederode — derived from the last 8 line-ups, most-used eleven. By TACTIX Impact, M. van Brederode (4.8 per match over eight appearances, three goals) and F. Hammar (4.1 per match over eight appearances) have been KV Mechelen’s most influential players 2026/27, all competitions. In numbers for KV Mechelen (2026/27, all competitions, before kick-off), M. van Brederode averages 0.6 shots per 90 over 720 minutes, with a shot in three of the last eight appearances. F. Hammar averages 0.3 key passes per 90 over 672 minutes, with a key pass in two of the last eight appearances.
Predicted Genk XI (4-2-3-1): L. Kiaba Mounganga, J. Kongolo, J. Kayembe, M. Smets, K. Amaro, B. Heynen, J. Ito, J. Erenbjerg, I. Bangoura, A. Yokoyama, R. Durosinmi — derived from the last 8 line-ups, most-used eleven. By TACTIX Impact, R. Durosinmi (4.9 per match over eight appearances, six goals) and Joris Kayembe (4.8 per match over eight appearances, one goal) have been Genk’s most influential players 2026/27, all competitions. In numbers for Genk (2026/27, all competitions, before kick-off), R. Durosinmi averages 2.9 shots per 90 over 594 minutes, with a shot in eight of the last eight appearances. Joris Kayembe averages 3.1 tackles per 90 over 830 minutes, with a tackle in seven of the last 10 appearances.
Written from the matches TACTIX holds for both sides; each figure names the games it is counted over.
The numbers
- Kick-off: · Jupiler Pro League · Achter de Kazerne
- Head-to-head (last 6): KV Mechelen 1 · draws 1 · Genk 4 · 3 goals/game
- Recent form: KV Mechelen 2W 1D 2L · Genk 2W 2D 1L
KV Mechelen v Genk (Jupiler Pro League): the key numbers are on this page — and TACTIX’s live, market-by-market track record is one click away (as of 30 July 2026). See the live track record →
Key stats
Per game, last 8 completed matches, to 18 October 2026. Over/under figures use standard thresholds, not bookmaker lines.
| Per game | KV Mechelen for / against | Line | Genk for / against |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals scored | 1.75 for · 2 against n 8 Last 5 | 2.5standard | 2.13 for · 1.25 against n 8 Last 5 |
| Corners won | 5.14 for · 4.29 against n 7 Last 5 | 9.5standard | 4.14 for · 6.14 against n 7 Last 5 |
| Shots | 12.29 for · 14.57 against n 7 Last 5 | 19.5standard | 14.57 for · 14.29 against n 7 Last 5 |
| Shots on target | 3.29 for · 4.57 against n 7 Last 5 | 8.5standard | 5.29 for · 3.71 against n 7 Last 5 |
| Fouls committed | 12.43 for · 14.29 against n 7 Last 5 | 21.5standard | 10.71 for · 10.14 against n 7 Last 5 |
| Cards shown | 1.71 for · 2.43 against n 7 Last 5 | 3.5standard | 1.57 for · 2.29 against n 7 Last 5 |
KV Mechelen
| Player | Mins | Fouls committed 1+2+ | Fouls won 1+2+ | Likely duel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| F. Hammar n 8 | 84 | 2.4 | 1.3 | — |
| S. Michez n 8 | 47.1 | 2.1 | 2.6 | — |
| Marco Decherf n 8 | 42.5 | 2.1 | 0.3 | — |
| M. Lohunanu-Mbasi n 7 | 38.7 | 2 | 3.3 | — |
| K. Corbanie n 8 | 32.9 | 1.7 | 1 | — |
| Player | Mins | Shots 1+2+ | Shots on target 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adeshina Ayodele n 4 | 27.3 | 4.1 | 3.3 |
| B. Antonio n 8 | 23.8 | 2.4 | 0.9 |
| K. Van Rafelghem n 8 | 33.9 | 2 | 0.3 |
| Marco Decherf n 8 | 42.5 | 1.6 | 0.8 |
| B. Raman n 8 | 40.1 | 1.4 | 0.8 |
| Player | Mins | Goals 1+2+ | Assists 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marco Decherf n 8 | 42.5 | 0.3 | 0.5 |
| Adeshina Ayodele n 4 | 27.3 | 0.8 | 0 |
| M. van Brederode n 8 | 90 | 0.4 | 0 |
| B. Bafdili n 8 | 31.3 | 0 | 0.4 |
| B. Raman n 8 | 40.1 | 0.3 | 0 |
| Player | Mins | Tackles 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|
| F. Hammar n 8 | 84 | 4.6 |
| Cedric Jan Van Meirvenne n 8 | 43.9 | 3.3 |
| Dennis Praet n 8 | 73.5 | 2.9 |
| D. Salifou n 8 | 53.4 | 2.7 |
| S. Michez n 8 | 47.1 | 2.6 |
| Player | Mins | Saves 2+3+ |
|---|---|---|
| Nacho Mirás n 8 | 90 | 2.9 |
Genk
| Player | Mins | Fouls committed 1+2+ | Fouls won 1+2+ | Likely duel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daan Heymans n 8 | 32.3 | 2.8 | 1.7 | — |
| R. Durosinmi n 8 | 74.3 | 2.3 | 1.5 | — |
| A. De Wannemacker n 8 | 43.8 | 2.3 | 3.9 | — |
| Yaimar Medina n 8 | 41.8 | 2.2 | 0.5 | — |
| Ibrahima Sory Bangoura n 8 | 81.5 | 2.1 | 1.1 | — |
| Player | Mins | Shots 1+2+ | Shots on target 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daan Heymans n 8 | 32.3 | 3.5 | 1.4 |
| R. Durosinmi n 8 | 74.3 | 2.9 | 1.4 |
| A. Bibout n 8 | 19.9 | 2.3 | 1.7 |
| A. Yokoyama n 8 | 59 | 1.7 | 1 |
| Bryan Heynen n 8 | 89.1 | 1.4 | 0.4 |
| Player | Mins | Goals 1+2+ | Assists 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| A. Bibout n 8 | 19.9 | 1.1 | 0 |
| R. Durosinmi n 8 | 74.3 | 0.9 | 0 |
| Junya Ito n 8 | 69.3 | 0.2 | 0.5 |
| A. De Wannemacker n 8 | 43.8 | 0.3 | 0.3 |
| Daan Heymans n 8 | 32.3 | 0.3 | 0.3 |
| Player | Mins | Tackles 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|
| K. Amaro n 8 | 59.5 | 3.6 |
| Joris Kayembe n 8 | 83.4 | 2.8 |
| A. De Wannemacker n 8 | 43.8 | 2.6 |
| Zakaria El Ouahdi n 8 | 75.6 | 2.5 |
| Bryan Heynen n 8 | 89.1 | 2.3 |
| Player | Mins | Saves 2+3+ |
|---|---|---|
| L. Kiaba Mounganga n 8 | 90 | 2.5 |
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Form, head-to-head & standings
The numbers behind KV Mechelen v Genk — recent results, past meetings and where each side sits. (TACTIX’s model forecast is in the projections below.)
- 2026-02-13 KV Mechelen 2–3 Genk
- 2025-11-23 Genk 0–1 KV Mechelen
- 2025-01-18 KV Mechelen 1–2 Genk
- 2024-09-28 Genk 2–1 KV Mechelen
- 2024-02-11 KV Mechelen 1–1 Genk
- 2023-10-22 Genk 4–0 KV Mechelen
Frequently asked questions
- What is the head-to-head record between KV Mechelen and Genk?
- In their last 6 meetings, KV Mechelen won 1, Genk won 4 and there was 1 draw, averaging 3 goals per game.
- What is the recent form of KV Mechelen and Genk?
- Recent form — KV Mechelen 2W 1D 2L; Genk 2W 2D 1L.
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