Genk vs Malmo: Can Genk Secure a Spot in the UEFA Europa League Top 8?
On Thursday, January 29, we are set for the eighth round of the UEFA Europa League, where Genk will host Malmo. The match kicks off at 21:00 CET, and here’s a betting suggestion for this fixture.
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Genk vs Malmo: Match Facts and Head-to-Head
- Genk has lost once in their last four matches.
- Genk has failed to win in five consecutive home games.
- Malmo has won only one of their last four matches, losing three.
- Malmo has not managed to win three away games in a row.
- Malmo has the second-worst goal tally in the Europa League with just three goals.
- Malmo have lost 30% of their games this season without scoring, while Genk have done so in 15% of matches.
- In eight of Malmo’s last ten matches, they have conceded at least one goal, the same as Genk.
- Genk have scored in six of their last ten matches.
- Malmo and Genk have faced each other twice in history: Genk won one game, and the other ended in a draw.
Genk vs Malmo: Match Preview
Genk are showing solid form in the UEFA Europa League and currently sit tenth in the table. They have collected 13 points in seven rounds and have already secured a place in the knockout stage. Their lead over 25th place is six points with one group stage match remaining. However, the Belgians still have a chance to break into the top 8 and advance directly to the Round of 16. To do so, they need to win and hope that other contenders fail to get positive results.
For Malmo, this match holds no significance. They are second-to-last in the Europa League table, having earned just one point in seven group stage matches. They are one of three teams yet to win a game. With only three goals scored in seven matches, they have the second-worst record in the competition. Malmo’s campaign has been a disaster, leaving them with no chances of reaching the knockout stage. In the last round, they lost 0-1 at home to Crvena Zvezda.
Probable Lineups
- Genk: Lawal; El Ouahdi, Sadick, Smets, Medina; Heynen, Heymans, Ito, Karetsas, Sor; Oh
- Malmo: Ellborg; Karlsson, Jansson, Rosler, Djuric; Bolin, Lundbergh, Busuladzic, Haksabanovic; Botheim, Ali
Prediction
Malmo are simply finishing out their Europa League campaign and will lack motivation for the final match. The same cannot be said for their opponents. I expect Genk to win and suggest a bet on Genk’s individual total over 2.
