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Daily policy KRC Genk receives major award

15 February 2024

How healthy is your club? With that question, the newspaper Het Nieuwsblad went to sports economist Wim Lagae who scrutinised all clubs in the Jupiler Pro League. As it turns out, KRC Genk received a major award. "Genk gets a big award on the management report. With their dark green equity, they have been able to absorb the corona shock. With that money, they can now also finance a brand new …

More than 850 Genkids live it up at Plopsa Indoor

14 February 2024

Tuesday evening marked the return of the annual GenKids Fan Day, an event eagerly anticipated by both young and old alike. Over 850 children had the opportunity to enjoy themselves at Plopsa Indoor Hasselt, where they not only savored the rides but also had the chance to meet their soccer idols up close. Fun was in abundance, with attractions ranging from carousels to the Wickie Coaster and …

First contract for Jens De Groof

04 February 2024

On the sidelines of the topper against Union, Jens De Groof signed his first professional contract with KRC Genk on Saturday night. At just 5 years old, De Groof already stood out at K. Zandhoven SK in the Antwerp Voorkempen region.Meanwhile, the young midfielderhas beendefending the colours of KRC Genk for 10 seasons. De Groof currently wears the captain's armband with the Genk U15 and is also …

Jelle Driessen signs first professional contract at KRC Genk

01 February 2024

Jelle Driessen (15) - from Zutendaal - has signed his first professional contract with KRC Genk. Driessen is known to be a technically proficient playmaker. "Both with his left and his right he can be decisive, a great asset in modern football," knows Director of Training Roland Breugelmans. Driessen makes the move from RSC Anderlecht where he had been in charge since 2021. Before that, the …

Official: Ken Nkuba signs contract at KRC Genk until June 2028

30 January 2024

Ken Nkuba is a Genkie. The 22-year-old right defender makes the switch from Sporting Charleroi and signs a contract until June 2028. A promising career During his time at Sporting Charleroi, Ken Nkuba has already shown what he has to offer. With 61 games to his name, in which he scored five goals and provided seven assists, he has proven to be a valuable asset to the team. KRC Genk and …

Thank you, Dani

30 January 2024

Daniel Muñoz is leaving KRC Genk and heading to the Premier League. The Colombian international signed a contract at Crystal Palace until 2027, with an option for one more season. Since his move to KRC Genk in 2020, Muñoz has played a total of 148 games for KRC Genk and managed to find the net 19 times. His contribution on and off the pitch was huge and his farewell touches us …

Muchas gracias Gerardo

29 January 2024

After 3.5 great seasons, Gerardo Arteaga is leaving KRC Genk. The Mexican winger defended our colours 132 times. Gera gave 200% for our club until the last minute and leaves Limburg as a cup winner. He is heading back to his homeland where he will join top club FC Monterey. Arteaga himself said goodbye to KRC Genk supporters in a video message. KRC Genk would like to thank Arteaga for his …

Anderlecht - KRC Genk to be replayed

26 January 2024

The Disciplinary Council for Professional Football has ruled that the Anderlecht - KRC Genk match at the end of last year should be replayed. The Disciplinary Council initially declared itself competent to rule on the matter. This overturned the earlier decision of the Professional Referee Department not to replay the match. The Council then followed KRC Genk's argument that the match officials …

Japanese youth international Naoki Kumata (19) new player Jong Genk

26 January 2024

Jong Genk have secured a new addition with Naoki Kumata to strengthen their attacking line-up. The Japanese striker is rented for one year from FC Tokyo in his homeland. KRC Genk also negotiated a right of first refusal. Solid striker with technical baggage Naoki Kumata is booked as a talented striker who combines physical presence with strong technical skills. He already made 10 appearances …

Welcome, Eduard Sobol!

23 January 2024

Eduard Sobol is a Genkie. The Ukrainian left-back is rented from RC Strasbourg of the French League 1 for the rest of the season. The club also negotiated a purchase option. Adding experience to the selection Eduard Sobol, who made 124 appearances at Club Brugge in the past, is no stranger to the Belgian league. "His experience and knowledge of our league make him a valuable addition to our …

From now on, take an exclusive look behind the scenes at KRC Genk in the DAZN app

22 January 2024

A true Genkie has known DAZN, the former ELEVEN, for some time as the rights holder of Jupiler Pro League and the Challenger Pro League. KRC Genk and DAZN are now joining forces to bring KRC Genk supporters even closer to the club in the future. From now on, you will get a unique look behind the scenes every week. Exclusive reports with established players and up-and-coming talent making it big …

Successful second edition of KRC Genk Quiz

20 January 2024

Last night was the second edition of the KRC Genk QUIZ. A special evening in honour of our beloved club's 35th anniversary. It became a feast of recognition and connection, showing how deeply the blue and white colours are rooted in our hearts. As many as 35 teams - the quiz sold out instantly in no time - went in search of the final victory. The second edition of this quiz was again one for and …

Score your mid-season season ticket

14 January 2024

"For the best football in Belgium, you still have to be at the Cegeka Arena," we write 29 September this season, when an analyst had this statement recorded. Visiting at Jan Breydel, our boys showed the Bruges rivals star power for a half. Even today, with the winter break looming, our attacking machine, with 37 goals scored so far, remains the second most prolific in the entire league. With a …

Livestream SC Paderborn - KRC Genk

11 January 2024

For those who want to combine the winter sun with football: the practice match SC Paderborn - KRC Genk during the internship in Benidorm can be followed live. Kick-off is at 3pm, so set your alarm clock or plan your break smartly. When: Thursday, kick-off at 3pm Where: live from La Nucia Can't be there in Spain? Click here to watch the match via Youtube!

KRC Genk triumphs in practice match on Spanish soil

09 January 2024

After several days of intensive training on Spanish soil, KRC Genk have successfully completed their first of two practice matches. Swiss side Lugano, European opponents of Club Brugge and Union earlier this season, was the challenge of the day. Wouter Vrancken chose to have two different teams play one half each, with 20 field players getting the chance to shine for 45 minutes. In the first …