4‑4 at the Bosuil
Genk and Antwerp finished 4‑4 after a spectacular evening at the Bosuil. Genk led 1‑4, but Antwerp scored three goals between minutes 80 and 88 and clawed back to a draw.
Genk team reactions
Defender Josué Kongolo sighed: "This is just painful, it really feels like a defeat." He added: "I have seen a lot in football, but I don’t think I’ve experienced this before.".
Coach Jess Thorup summed it up: "We were on the way to a fairy‑tale evening with a 1‑4 lead, but Antwerp made an unlikely comeback and finished 4‑4.".
Criticism of the defence
Matte Smets spoke to DAZN: "This simply must not happen. We are 1‑4 down and you should always hold on.".
Thorup confirmed: "We only started making individual mistakes. We didn’t even try to defend, and then you’re left with just one point.".
Antwerp perspective
Defender Rein Van Helden said: "I have to admit, that 1‑4 was a bit of a blow.".
Michael Frey highlighted the perseverance: "We never give up, and that’s why I’m so proud of the team.".
Fans and the youth
Marvin Compper praised the supporters: "Seeing how much support we get from our fans gives us so many wings.".
He also mentioned the youth: "We have a very young squad, with four players making their debut, and yet we manage to turn this situation around.".
Conclusion
Although Genk considered the first 30 minutes of the second half the best, the mood remained painful. The 4‑4 final result was seen by both teams as a learning experience, with a focus on stability and better defence in the future.
