Genk 2, Oud-Heverlee Leuven 0

HEVERLEE, Belgium (Interstat) — Genk opened its First Division A season with a 2-0 victory over Sporting Oud-Heverlee on Saturday at King Power at Den Dreef Stadion, riding goals from two second-half substitutes to secure the road win. Junya Itō broke the deadlock in the 16th minute, converting from close range after a build-up that sliced through the home defense. The strike came off an assist from Daan Heymans, who threaded a pass through a crowded penalty area. Itō, who entered the match as a substitute, collected the ball and slotted past the Sporting Oud-Heverlee goalkeeper. Genk doubled its lead… Read more...