Antwerp and Genk play to dramatic 4-4 draw

Royal Antwerp FC and KRC Genk played to a dramatic 4-4 draw in a high-stakes Belgian Pro League match at the Bosuil. Genk appeared to be in control, holding a 4-1 lead until the 80th minute, before Antwerp staged a rapid comeback in the final ten minutes to secure a point.

Antwerp's resurgence was fueled by goals from Eran Tuypens and Michael Frey, including a decisive penalty. Genk coach Jess Thorup expressed frustration over the collapse, citing individual errors and a failure to defend during the closing stages.

The match was also marked by controversy regarding a penalty awarded to Antwerp. Former referee Serge Gumienny criticized the decision, suggesting the contact was insufficient and that the VAR should have intervened to identify it as a dive.