Motherwell 3:4 KRC Genk — Result, Match Report & Stats

Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORT

Aaron Bibout struck twice as KRC Genk edged Motherwell 4-3 in a Club Friendly Game, setting up a meeting with Falkirk FC on 18 July. The Belgian side led three times, but Motherwell twice clawed level before a late winner settled the contest.

The turning point came just before half-time when Daan Heymans put Genk ahead in the 44th minute, then Aaron Bibout doubled the lead four minutes after the restart. Mikey Booth pulled one back for Motherwell in the 76th minute, but Brad Manguelle restored Genk's two-goal cushion three minutes later. Robbie Hunter made it 3-4 with five minutes remaining, but Motherwell could not force an equaliser.

Possession was dead even at 50-50, and corners fell narrowly in Motherwell's favour at 6-5, suggesting a closely contested affair rather than outright control. Aaron Bibout was the standout performer, earning a 9.34 rating as a forward with two goals. CheckLive's model clearly favoured KRC Genk and the result confirmed that prediction, with no live signals to dispute the flow. Genk now face Falkirk FC on 18 July.

Questions & Answers

What was the final score of Motherwell vs KRC Genk?

Motherwell 3-4 KRC Genk (Club Friendly Games).

Who scored?

Elijah Just (28') for Motherwell; Aaron Bibout (32') for KRC Genk; Daan Heymans (44') for KRC Genk; Aaron Bibout (49') for KRC Genk; Mikey Booth (76') for Motherwell; Brad Manguelle (79') for KRC Genk; Robbie Hunter (85') for Motherwell.