Europa League round 6: can KRC Genk break Midtjylland’s home strength?

KRC Genk head to Denmark to face a strong Midtjylland side on matchday 6 of the Europa League. Fresh off an important win against FC Basel, the Limburgers will need another composed performance to overcome a team that has been one of the most consistent in the group stage so far.

Midtjylland – KRC Genk on 11/12 at 18:45

🔴 Midtjylland – The favourites

Midtjylland have delivered an impressive European campaign to this point. Before their narrow defeat to AS Roma on the previous matchday, the Danes had recorded four wins in a row, showcasing power, efficiency and strong tactical organisation.

That loss, their first of the competition, did little damage to their position: they remain 2nd in the standings, level on points with Olympique Lyonnais and trailing only on goal difference. At home, Midtjylland have been commanding, using high intensity, smart pressing and direct attacking patterns to overwhelm opponents.

With consistency, momentum and home advantage on their side, Midtjylland enter this clash as the clear favourites.

🔵 KRC Genk – The challengers

Genk arrive in Denmark with renewed confidence after their 1-2 away win at FC Basel, a crucial result that pushed them up to 9th in the overall Europa League standings. It was a performance characterised by discipline, sharp counterattacks and improved efficiency in front of goal.

However, Genk’s European journey has been marked by ups and downs. Thorsten Fink’s side have shown their quality in spells, but maintaining it over 90 minutes has been a recurring challenge. Against a physically strong and tactically well-drilled Midtjylland team, the Limburgers will need to stay compact, minimise errors and make the most of transition moments.

If they can reproduce the composure shown in Basel, Genk have a shot at making this a real contest.

⚡ Key factors

Midtjylland’s early winning streak and their strong position in the group table signal both confidence and stability. They are particularly dangerous at home, where their tempo and physicality often dictate the match.

Genk will try to disrupt that rhythm, keeping lines tight and looking to strike through quick breaks or well-worked set pieces. The midfield battle – intensity versus creativity – will likely define the flow, while both sides’ efficiency in the final third could be decisive.

🔮 Prediction

According to the experts, Midtjylland are the most likely winners of this match. Their home form, earlier run of victories and overall consistency give them a clear advantage.

Genk have the tools to make life difficult for the Danes, but to return with points, they will need a performance even stronger than the one that earned them victory in Basel.