dinamo – genk

 

Dinamo Zagreb vs Genk prediction: Inseparable after the first-leg

Key stats 

• The hosts suffered four defeats across their last five Europa League outings. 
• Mario Kovacevic’s men have registered six wins from their last eight matches in all competitions. 
• Ten of Dinamo’s last 13 competitive fixtures produced goals at both ends. 
• Genk have won four of their five European games on the road this season.

Correct score prediction: Dinamo Zagreb 1-1 Genk 

The hosts are flying high on the domestic front, as a weekend victory took them five points clear at the top of the standings. Their only two defeats across their previous 10 outings came in this competition. Genk themselves have put together a run of six games without defeat in all competitions, including four wins on the bounce ahead of this fixture. With both sides in great form, a 1-1 stalemate is a likely outcome. 

Pre-game odds and win probability: The hosts slightly ahead

• HOME: 6/5 (2.20) – 45.5% 
• DRAW: 12/5 (3.40) – 29.4% 
• AWAY: 11/5 (3.20) – 31.3%

*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change

This fixture is bound to be a close one, but the bookmakers are giving the home side the benefit of the doubt, as they enjoy a 45.5% chance of winning the first-leg. Despite Genk having a better run of results in the UEL, Ladbrokes has them down with a 31.3% chance of landing an away win on Thursday. A draw is the least likely, according to the odds, as it has a 29.4% chance of happening. 

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Most recent H2Hs: History on Dinamo’s side 

The previous two meetings between these clubs produced a victory for the hosts and a draw. Dinamo’s win actually came in Belgium in the 2021 Europa League group stage. The corresponding fixture that year ended 1-1. The hosts have a decent record against Belgian opposition, winning seven of the 12 meetings. Meanwhile, Genk must turn around their fortunes against Croatian clubs, as they have only won one in four such fixtures. 

Dinamo Zagreb preview: Bennacer ruled out 

Kovacevic will be without midfielder Ismael Bennacer, who has been missing since the end of January due to injury. Meanwhile, defender Raul Torrente is dealing with a knee problem and has yet to kick a ball for the club this season.