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Moroccan right-back continues red-hot run in Belgium

Another early goal, another statement from Genk’s Moroccan full-back

Morocco right-back Zakaria El Ouahdi scored for Genk on matchday 27 confirming his strong form in the Belgian league.

Early goal sets the tone

Moroccan international Zakaria El Ouahdi delivered another eye-catching performance in the Belgian Pro League scoring for Genk in convincing 3-0 victory on matchday 27.

El Ouahdi opened the scoring in the fourth minute finishing precise assist from teammate Bryan Heynen. The early goal unsettled the opposition and allowed Genk to control the game before sealing comfortable win with two more goal.

Strong club & European form

The latest goal added to El Ouahdi’s growing confidence after recent standout displays in European competition. He had already impressed with brace against Dinamo Zagreb in first leg of their Europa League tie showing his ability to perform both domestically and on the continental stage.

The 22 year-old has now reached five goal and two assist across all competitions this season.

He is closing in on last season’s numbers when he finished with six goal and two assist underlining his steady progress.

Thanks to the win, Genk climbed to sixth place in the league standings with 38 point keeping their push for European qualification alive.