Genk vs Betis Prediction for 24 October 2025 - Football

🔈 Can the "Heliopolitans" extend their unbeaten run across all competitions? The Spanish side are in remarkable form, and participating in the continental tournament doesn't hinder Manuel Pellegrini's squad from achieving their goals in the domestic league. In the third round of the Europa League, the green-and-whites will visit the "Cristal Arena" in Genk to face the eponymous club. Unlike the Belgian team, Betis remain undefeated in this season's second-tier European competition and are on the brink of securing a spot within the top 8. Bookmakers slightly favor the visitors, considering their international experience and the quality of their players.

Head-to-Head

📊 These clubs have not faced each other before.

Genk Team Overview

🔵 After a shaky start to the season, Genk's results are gradually improving. With 11 rounds of the Belgian Pro League completed, the "Masters" have accumulated 17 points, positioning them in 7th place on the league table. The club from the namesake city boasts a commendable scoring rate of about 1.45 goals per game. However, Thorsten Fink's squad struggles with efficiency in home matches, securing only 7 points from 5 games, which ranks them 12th in the league for home performance. Genk's Europa League campaign began in a disorganized manner—after a hard-fought victory over Rangers (1-0), they suffered a home defeat to Ferencvaros (0-1).

⚪ Last weekend, Genk traveled to Bruges for their 11th round Pro League match against Cercle Brugge (2-2). Thorsten Fink's men faced significant issues maintaining compactness between the lines—frequent gaps and misunderstandings among midfielders led to numerous sharp attacks from the hosts. Notably, Cercle Brugge outperformed Genk in terms of expected goals: 2.59 to 1.88. Typically, the "Masters" deploy a 4-2-3-1 formation, which often shifts to a 4-3-2-1 during defensive phases to ensure greater midfield density.

Real Betis Team Overview

🟢 The Spanish side's unbeaten streak has now reached seven consecutive matches. In this season's Europa League campaign, the "Heliopolitans" managed to secure a draw against Nottingham Forest (2-2) at the Benito Villamarín, and claimed a victory over Ludogorets (2-0) in Razgrad. Currently, the Seville-based club is on the verge of breaking into and solidifying their position in the top eight. As for their performance in the national league, things are looking quite promising as well—they're sitting in fifth place in the standings with 16 points from nine rounds. Interestingly, Betis have not suffered a single away defeat in any competition this season, with four draws and two wins.

⚪ Last Saturday, Betis were involved in the match of the round in the ninth week of La Liga. Manuel Pellegrini's squad visited the "Ceramica" and did not disappoint, delivering an assertive and proactive display alongside their opponents. Notably, the "Heliopolitans" managed to come back from two goals down with 25 minutes left on the clock. The draw was secured thanks to a brace from Brazilian winger Antony. In six matches across all competitions, the 25-year-old has already contributed four goals and assists (3+1). This once again highlights his importance to Manuel Pellegrini's tactical setup.

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Genk

🎤 After dropping points in their clash with Cercle Brugge (2-2) last weekend, Thorsten Fink commented on his team's performance: "We could have settled the game earlier. Looking back, we can talk about our mistakes, but above all, I think we needed to be more efficient. In defense, it came down to the details today. Mistakes during the match are normal, and these are the things we need to improve for the next game. Bringing on Medina after the break was a conscious decision, and he played well. We had great moments, but sometimes we still need to find the balance between attacking and defending. If you take the lead twice, you just have to know how to win. Now Betis, a strong opponent, awaits us, and we want to stand our ground there again."

❌ In the Belgian side's injury list are Zakaria El Ouahdi (shoulder injury), one of Genk's key assets, and Tobias Laval (knee injury).

Real Betis

📰 The standout performer in Betis' previous match was Antony, who secured a crucial point for his team in the 2-2 draw against Villarreal. The Brazilian's exceptional performance earned him a spot in MARCA's Team of the Week. The 25-year-old winger emphasized the influence of the head coach, saying, "Pellegrini is like a father to all of us. We're ready to take the field and fight for him. He truly deserves the best." However, Pellegrini expressed dissatisfaction with his team's defensive efforts: "A team aspiring for European qualification should concede no more than one goal per match. I hope we can reduce the number of goals conceded."

❌ Betis continue to miss Isco, who is still recovering from a leg fracture. Manuel Pellegrini commented on the 33-year-old Spaniard: "A team aiming for Europe should concede no more than one goal per match. I hope we can cut down on the goals we let in. I wish I had a full squad to choose from each week, rather than having to fill the lineup with academy players."

🟨 Referee and Yellow Cards

🟨 Referee and Yellow Cards

The upcoming European fixture will be officiated by Azerbaijani referee Elchin Masiyev, known for his leniency, typically showing around 3.9 cautions per match. In 4 of his last 6 games, there were no more than 4 yellow cards issued. Notably, this season's average yellow cards per game for each team are: Genk – 1.8, Betis – 2.2. Our pick is under 4.5 total yellow cards.

⚽ Goal Prediction

Both clubs have been quite prolific this season: Genk averages 1.5 goals per game, while Betis scores 1.7. Furthermore, in 6 of Betis's last 8 matches, at least 3 goals were scored. Both "The Masters" and "The Heliopolitans" need points to bolster their positions in the Europa League standings, which will undoubtedly prompt both sides to push forward in attack. The most reasonable bet is over 2.5 total goals.

🚩 Corner Prediction

Let's consider the average number of corners in European matches involving these teams: Genk averages 7, Betis 8.5. Moreover, in 4 of the last 5 matches involving "The Masters," there were no more than 10 corner kicks, indicating limited wing play in these encounters. Our editorial team expects this trend to continue – under 10.5 total corners.

Currently, Real Betis are in fine form, with their players hitting their stride at the right time. The influence of Manuel Pellegrini cannot be overlooked either; he's not only a brilliant tactician but also an exceptional motivator. In our view, Belgian side Genk have more pressing objectives in their domestic league, which should demand their full attention and effort. Our editorial team anticipates a victory for the visitors, perhaps with a scoreline of 2-1. The key pick is a Betis win with a (0) handicap.