WESTERLO, Belgium (Interstat) — Genk opened its Belgian First Division A season with a 2-1 comeback victory at Westerlo on Saturday, April 18, 2026, overcoming a late deficit with two rapid-fire goals.

The hosts took the lead at Het Kuipje in the 68th minute when substitute Zakaria El Ouahdi scored. Genk responded immediately, with fellow substitute Aaron Bibout equalizing just three minutes later. Bibout then turned provider, assisting Afonso Patrão for the decisive goal in the 76th minute.

The frantic three-goal sequence defied a pregame projection that favored Genk with a 60.8% win probability but forecast a 2-2 draw. The result gives Genk a winning start in league play, while Westerlo begins its campaign with a loss.