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Dinamo Zagreb vs Genk: Evenly Matched Rivals Set for Tight Europa League Showdown
UEFA Europa League - Dinamo Zagreb VS Racing Genk
Match Time:20-02-2026 01:45 Friday (GMT+8)
Football Livescore | Match Prediction & Tips
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KRC Genk head to Croatia to face GNK Dinamo Zagreb at Stadion Maksimir in the first leg of their Europa League knockout playoff. After narrowly missing direct qualification to the last 16, Genk are aiming to keep their European campaign alive. Having failed to beat Dinamo in two previous encounters, Nicky Hayen’s side will be determined to change that and bring a positive result back to Cegeka Arena.
Team Analysis:
GNK Dinamo Zagreb began their Europa League campaign strongly but faded after heavy defeats to top-five league opponents, eventually finishing 23rd and missing out on a seeded knockout spot. Despite defensive struggles in Europe, they come into this tie in solid domestic form with three straight unbeaten league matches and strong scoring displays at Stadion Maksimir. Meanwhile, KRC Genk arrive in confident mood after a six-game unbeaten run and impressive away results in Europe, setting up a competitive first-leg clash in Zagreb.
Player Situation:
GNK Dinamo Zagreb will be without Ismael Bennacer due to a hamstring injury, but they can still look to Dion Drena Beljo and Monsef Bakrar for attacking output despite Dejan Ljubicic’s departure. Beljo has been one of their main European threats, although his goals have come in limited bursts, suggesting Dinamo may need a more balanced scoring contribution. In contrast, KRC Genk travel with a fully fit squad and multiple attacking options, including Daan Heymans and Konstantinos Karetsas, who have contributed both goals and assists in the competition.
Result Prediction:
GNK Dinamo Zagreb are typically strong at Stadion Maksimir, but KRC Genk have shown real resilience away from home with three league-phase wins on the road. Both sides appear evenly matched in quality and momentum heading into the first leg. A draw seems the most likely outcome, leaving everything to play for in the return fixture.
Predicted Result: Dinamo Zagreb 1-1 Genk.
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