Belgian side Racing Genk edged a tight Europa League encounter 1-0 against Germany's SC Freiburg at the Cegeka Arena. The only goal of the game arrived in the 52nd minute, a moment of individual brilliance from Genk's attacking midfielder who curled a superb shot into the top corner from the edge of the box. Freiburg pressed for an equalizer and had several promising set-pieces, but Genk's defense held firm under pressure. The victory gives Genk a crucial advantage in the group stage, while Freiburg will be disappointed not to have taken at least a point from their travels.