Liège Claims Decisive Win

Standard Liège secured a commanding 3-0 victory over KRC Genk in a First Division A match played on February 22, 2026, at Cegeka Arena. Goals from Ibe Hautekiet (36′), Rafiki Said (44′), and Adnane Abid (75′) propelled Standard to a well-deserved win.

Key Performances Shine for Standard

Hautekiet’s Resurgent Form

Ibe Hautekiet opened the scoring for Standard, marking his second goal of the season. The defender has been regaining form after overcoming recent physical challenges. He kept the confidence of Vincent Euvrard and the former Bruges player seems sharper again.

Mohr’s Versatility on Display

Tobias Mohr continues to demonstrate his value to the team, contributing with an assist and showcasing his adaptability. Initially deployed as a winger, Mohr has effectively filled in at left-back and is now impacting the game from a higher position following Teddy Teuma’s injury. Tobias Mohr is the definition of a team player, capable of helping out when necessary, running where needed and sticking his neck out, even as the storm passes, for the collective.

Bates Returns to Form

David Bates made a significant return to the lineup, playing a full 90 minutes for the first time since October 6, 2024. His performance was a positive sign for the Liège defense. It will be important for him now to continue. he was a very good rating of the Liège collective in Limburg.

Abid’s Impact off the Bench

Adnane Abid, a former Racing Genk player, scored the third goal for Standard, marking his second goal of the season. I was keen to score, I came in with this desire to show and score. I needed this goal, mentally, it was up to me to ride on that to continue. Abid’s goal broke a recent trend for Standard, marking the first time they had scored in the final quarter of an hour this season.

Match Statistics

• Possession: Genk 71% – Standard Liège 29%
• Expected Goals (xG): Genk 1.30 – Standard Liège 0.99
• Total Shots: Genk 12 – Standard Liège 2
• Sizeable Chances: Genk 3 – Standard Liège 0

Looking Ahead

Standard Liège will look to build on this victory in their next match against La Louvière.