Match Summary

FC Utrecht - KRC Genk: 0–2

Genk struck with precision to secure a 2–0 win on the road against FC Utrecht. Zakaria El-Ouadi opened the scoring in the 54th minute, finishing off a second-half corner. Daan Heymans sealed the victory from the penalty spot in the 83rd, capping off a composed Genk performance. Utrecht had their moments, firing 15 shots with 6 on target, but they couldn't break through a solid Genk defense that kept a clean sheet.

Man of the Match

Key player: Daan Heymans (KRC Genk): Heymans played a pivotal role in Genk’s 2-0 away victory, converting a crucial penalty in the 83rd minute to seal the result.
Beyond his goal, he kept Utrecht’s defense on edge with multiple shots on target, forcing saves and keeping the pressure high.
A composed performance in the final third, his attacking consistency and clinical finishing helped secure three points for the visitors.

Conclusion

A well-executed performance from Genk, who capitalized on key moments to claim a confident away win.