Racing Genk, the sole representative of the Jupiler Pro League, will begin their Europa League campaign at Ibrox Stadium, home of Glasgow Rangers.
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Glasgow Rangers vs Genk: Match Preview
Facing a Belgian team in a European competition brings back bad memories for Glasgow Rangers…
The Scots were eliminated and thoroughly outplayed in the Champions League qualifiers by Club Brugge, with scores of 1-3 away and 6-0 at home securing a 9-1 aggregate win for Nicky Hayen’s side.
Russell Martin’s team has started the season in a woeful fashion, recording 4 draws and 1 defeat in their first 5 league matches.
But Rangers’ last match at least ended with a 2-0 home victory over Hibernian in the Premier Sports Cup quarter-finals.
However, Racing Genk will be keen to take advantage of the Scots’ inconsistent form, and also respond after last weekend’s defeat to Union Saint-Gilloise in the Pro League.
For this, the Belgians will rely on Zakaria El Ouahdi, their key player at the start of this season, a player who has already scored 4 league goals in 2025-26.
Japanese midfielder Junya Ito, who joined from Reims this summer, opened his account last week and could also play a decisive role in Genk’s performance vs Rangers.
Glasgow Rangers vs Genk: Latest Odds
*All odds are subject to change
A win for Glasgow Rangers is priced at 2.50, while a victory for Genk is at odds of 2.75. The draw is available at 3.60.
Glasgow Rangers vs Genk: Our Predictions
Draw between Glasgow Rangers and Genk @ 3.60
Rangers are currently below their usual standards, but they will surely remember their heavy defeat against Club Brugge and will be motivated by a desire for revenge. Genk, despite their recent loss to Union Saint-Gilloise, remains a team capable of causing problems, especially offensively. A draw therefore seems plausible, with little certainty about the winner, as both teams are still finding their rhythm this season.
Both teams to score @ 1.55
Both sides have strong attacking potential and the ability to find the back of the net. Glasgow Rangers can rely on James Tavernier and his set-piece expertise, while Genk will look to their key players to break down the Scottish defense. Goals from both teams therefore appear likely in this group stage match, where every point is crucial.
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