KV Mechelen: Team information, moment form

KV Mechelen was preparing for European football this summer, but a UEFA decision shattered their dream. Demoralized by their exclusion from the UEFA Europa League preliminaries, Mechelen did not have a chance in the Super Cup, even with today’s opponent. They lost without a right of appeal, score 0-3, giving Hagi and Screciu the chance to get their hands on the first trophy. In the championship, Mechelen defeated Waregem in the first round, 2-0 away, but it remains to be seen how the team will be presented today. Genk lost last time on this field, in a December 2017 duel.

Genk: Team information, moment form

The guests had serious emotions after the Belgian Super Cup. They played with Kortrijk on their own ground and were led again from the 13th minute, after the goal scored by J. De Sart. Genk forced after the break and managed to equalize just 5 minutes after resuming the game, through B. Nygren. In the 74th minute, Ianis Hagi made his debut for the team. The son of former international Gheorghe Hagi had a debut that he will never forget. After only 2 minutes, he managed to score a nice goal, which brought the team’s victory and the first 3 points in the new season. This time, we expect Ianis to start the game.

KV Mechelen vs Genk Picks

I do not know how many could have changed since the Super Cup and I do not think that Mechelen has the necessary power to prevail. Genk should dominate the game, especially since the team’s morale is good, after 2 wins out of 2 possible ones. With Hagi holder, the offensive of the guests will look even better, and I bet the champion of Belgium.

Our Prediction: 2

Odds: 1.40