Three‑minute turnaround fuels Gaverbeek celebration for Zulte Waregem

In a dramatic live showdown at the Gaverbeek, Zulte Waregem erased a deficit in just three minutes, as Ujka’s late strike secured a 2‑1 victory over the visitors at the Elindus Arena, sparking a jubilant celebration for the home side.

The triumph awards the home side three points and lifts them higher in the Belgische domestic race, turning the evening into a Feest at the Gaverbeek.

Geen Europees voetbal voor Racing Genk dit seizoen, so all attention now focuses on the Belgian competition.

New coach Jess Thorup and his squad are under pressure to deliver immediately at Zulte Waregem, giving the match extra significance for both clubs.

In a span of only three minutes the world changed for Zulte Waregem. Ujka knelt the ball into the net for a 2‑1 lead and the Elindus Arena erupted in cheers.

Marley Aké bent a free kick past Brughmans, raising the tension. His cross highlighted the creative spark of the Essevee side.

Genk kept pressing, with Jeppe Erenbjerg searching for a goal before being blocked by Lemoine. Heynen found space and attempted a right‑wing cross that missed the target, leaving the visitors still needing a second goal to equalise.

Essevee showed resilience throughout. Claes tried a long‑range shot, but Brughmans forced the ball away, while defensive solidity kept Genk at bay as the clock ticked.

Heynen grabbed a loose ball and drove forward, while Hedl broke away on the right and shot, only to be saved by an alert Brughmans. Both sides created chances, but the decisive moment remained Ujka’s goal.

Genk must now look elsewhere for points, as their European ambitions are already out of reach. The upcoming fixtures will be crucial for Jess Thorup’s team to stay competitive in the competition.