# Rafiu Durosinmi performance at Genk

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/rafiu-durosinmi-performance-at-genk
> Updated: 2026-09-18T17:41:31.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 3.

Nigerian striker Rafiu Durosinmi has established himself as a significant attacking threat for the Belgian club Genk. During a 1-1 draw against KAA Gent in the Belgian Pro League, Durosinmi scored his fifth league goal of the season, equalizing shortly after the second half began.

Genk coach Jess Thorup has praised the 23-year-old’s physical presence and explosive start following his transfer from Pisa, though he noted the importance of the striker developing tactical intelligence regarding physical duels. Following his performance, former Super Eagles forward Tosin Dosunmu compared Durosinmi’s playing style and aerial ability to star striker Victor Osimhen. Durosinmi currently sits joint-top of the league’s Golden Boot standings.

Despite his individual success, Genk has experienced a slow start to the season, sitting ninth in the standings with nine points from six matches. Speaking to Walfoot, Durosinmi expressed confidence that the club can recover to challenge for the Belgian Pro League title. He noted that the team’s current position is “below their ambitions” and emphasized the necessity of converting draws into wins to climb the rankings, while praising the squad’s mentality and commitment during training.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-18: Rafiu Durosinmi backs Genk to challenge for Belgian Pro League title

Rafiu Durosinmi believes KRC Genk can overcome their ninth-place start in the Belgian Pro League to challenge for the title, citing strong squad mentality and the need to convert draws into wins.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rafiu-durosinmi-backs-genk-to-challenge-for-belgian-pro-league-title

### 2026-09-15: Rafiu Durosinmi continues scoring run for Genk

Nigerian striker Rafiu Durosinmi has scored five goals in six appearances for Genk, drawing comparisons to Victor Osimhen due to his aerial ability and clinical form in the Belgian league.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rafiu-durosinmi-continues-scoring-run-for-genk

### 2026-09-12: Rafiu Durosinmi scores for Genk in draw against KAA Gent

Nigerian striker Rafiu Durosinmi scored his fifth goal in six games to earn Genk a 1-1 draw against KAA Gent in the Belgian Pro League.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rafiu-durosinmi-scores-for-genk-in-draw-against-kaa-gent

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