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Standard Liege Stuns Genk at Cegeka Arena with Decisive Victory
Genk, Belgium – In a match of the Jupiler Pro League’s Round 26, Standard Liege surprised many by defeating Genk at their home ground, the Cegeka Arena, with a score that reflects the effectiveness of their gameplay.
Despite Genk’s territorial dominance, boasting an impressive 71% possession and generating a total of 18 shots, Standard Liege demonstrated superior lethality. The visiting team capitalized on their opportunities, starting with a goal from I. Hautekiet in the 36th minute, assisted by M. Fossey. Just before halftime, R. Said extended Liege’s lead, thanks to an assist from T. Mohr.
In the second half, Genk attempted to react, but Standard Liege’s defense remained steadfast. In the 74th minute, A. Abid sealed the match with a goal that solidified the visiting team’s victory. Standard Liege, with 29% possession, proved to be highly effective, converting their chances into goals. The match, refereed by Lothar D’hondt, saw a total of 11 shots from Liege, 3 of which were on target. Meanwhile, Genk failed to capitalize on their dominance, with only 6 of their 18 shots directed at the goal.
Substitutions genk: at minute 51 A. Bibout came in and R. Mirisola went out., at minute 51 J. Steuckers came in and Y. Sor went out., at minute 69 J. Ito came in and J. Erabi went out., at minute 85 K. Karetsas came in and N. Adedeji-Sternberg went out., at minute 85 D. Heymans came in and N. Sattlberger went out.
Substitutions standard liege: at minute 66 D. Eckert Ayensa came in and A. Abid went out., at minute 66 R. Said came in and T. Nkada went out., at minute 78 T. Mohr came in and M. El Hankouri went out., at minute 89 M. Ilaimaharitra came in and J. Homawoo went out., at minute 89 M. Fossey came in and N. Mehssatou Sepulveda went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Genk
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Standard Liege
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