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Thrilling Draw at Cegeka Arena Between Genk and Antwerp
Genk, Belgium – A vibrant match unfolded today at the Cegeka Arena, where Genk and Antwerp drew in a match corresponding to the second matchday of the Jupiler Pro League. The match, refereed by Lawrence Visser, was characterized by Genk’s territorial dominance, boasting 72% ball possession.
Antwerp took the lead in the 24th minute thanks to a goal by V. Janssen, assisted by G. Kerk. However, Genk responded quickly, leveling the score in the 28th minute with a goal by Z. El Ouahdi, following an assist from N. Sattlberger.
While Genk controlled the pace of the game, generating 14 shots (3 on target and 8 off target), Antwerp’s defense remained solid, and their attack was more accurate, with 5 of their 6 shots directed at the opponent’s goal. The match toughened up in the second half, with T. Somers from Antwerp receiving a yellow card in the 71st minute and D. Praet in the 89th. Antwerp committed 10 fouls, while Genk committed 11. In the end, the score remained unchanged, sealing a draw that leaves a bittersweet taste for both teams.
Substitutions genk: at minute 72 N. Adedeji-Sternberg came in and Y. Sor went out., at minute 72 Oh Hyeon-Gyu came in and T. Arokodare went out., at minute 72 N. Sattlberger came in and D. Heymans went out., at minute 83 J. Kayembe came in and Y. Medina went out., at minute 87 K. Karetsas came in and I. Bangoura went out.
Substitutions antwerp: at minute 75 D. Foulon came in and S. Renders went out., at minute 83 M. Doumbia came in and M. Benitez went out., at minute 90 G. Kerk came in and D. Gabriel Jesus went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
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