Europa League: can KRC Genk break Braga’s unbeaten run?

Genk travel to Portugal to face a confident Braga side on matchday 4 of the Europa League. After a hard-fought draw against Real Betis, the Limburgers will need something special to stop one of the tournament’s most consistent teams so far.

Braga - KRC Genk on 06/11 at 21:00

🔴 Braga – The favourites

Braga have quietly built one of the strongest records in this Europa League campaign. Their 2-0 win over Crvena Zvezda may not have come against the toughest opponent, but it marked their third victory in four matches, leaving them unbeaten and sitting second in the standings.

Head coach Artur Jorge has created a side that combines pace and precision, particularly in wide areas. Braga’s dynamic attack, supported by a disciplined midfield, has been difficult to contain. With home advantage and strong momentum, the Portuguese outfit enter this clash as the clear favourites to continue their unbeaten streak.

🔵 KRC Genk – The underdogs

For Genk, the European journey has been a mixed one so far. A win, a loss, and a goalless draw against Real Betis on October 23 leave them 19th in the current rankings — a reflection of both promise and inconsistency.

Under Thorsten Fink, Genk have shown flashes of the fluid attacking football that defines them, but finishing and focus have been their main challenges. The point in Seville was encouraging, yet to stand a chance in Braga, the Belgians will need to rediscover their clinical edge. Fink’s men must stay compact and look to strike on the counter if they want to return home with a result.

⚡ Key factors

Braga approach this match as one of the three unbeaten sides in the competition, a sign of both consistency and confidence. Genk, on the other hand, have struggled to turn chances into goals, which could prove costly against such an efficient opponent.

The Portuguese side will look to make their home advantage count, dictating possession and tempo, while Genk will aim to disrupt their rhythm and hit quickly on the counter or from set pieces. The battle for control in midfield and efficiency in the final third are likely to decide the outcome.

🔮 Prediction

The experts expect Braga to extend their unbeaten run and claim another victory on home soil. With superior form, confidence, and attacking options, the Portuguese side hold the upper hand. Genk’s spirit and resilience might keep it close — but Braga look set to take all three points.