Zagreb, Croatia — Racing Genk secured three crucial points in UEFA Europa League play with a commanding road victory, overcoming a brief Dinamo Zagreb surge to control proceedings at Maksimir Stadium.
Bryan Heynen opened the scoring in the 15th minute to give the Belgian side an early advantage. Zakaria El Ouahdi doubled the lead six minutes later, putting Genk firmly in control of the contest.
Dinamo Zagreb mounted a spirited response just before halftime. Dion Beljo struck twice in quick succession, finding the net in the 42nd and 44th minutes to level the match at 2-2 heading into the break.
The second half saw Genk regain control through superior finishing. El Ouahdi completed his brace in stoppage time, restoring the two-goal cushion and sealing all three points for the visitors.
GOALS:- 15' Bryan Heynen - Racing Genk- 21' Zakaria El Ouahdi - Racing Genk- 42' Dion Beljo - Dinamo Zagreb- 44' Dion Beljo - Dinamo Zagreb- 90' Zakaria El Ouahdi - Racing Genk
STANDOUT PLAYERS:- Dinamo Zagreb: Dion Beljo - 2 goals in two minutes- Racing Genk: Zakaria El Ouahdi - 2 goals, match-winner
KEY STAT: Racing Genk registered 12 shots compared to Dinamo Zagreb's 8, with six on target to the hosts' two, demonstrating superior attacking efficiency throughout the match.