Paul Onuachu’s brace cements Genk’s stay on top of Belgian league table

Nigeria striker Paul Onuachu continued his goalscoring prowess in the Belgium Jupiler League as his brace helped Genk to a commanding 3-1 over Royal Antwerp on Sunday.

Byan Hayden opened scoring for Genk in the 13th minute, while Onuachu added the second 20 minutes later.

Former Tottenham striker Vincent Janssen reduced the tally for Antwerp with three minutes to end the first half.

The Super Eagle would then gets his second of the game with 13 minutes remaining and take the game far from the hosts’ comeback.

Genk have now moved four points clear at the summit with 37 points following the away win at Antwerp who are still occupying the second spot.

The defending champions will next host KV Mechelen on Friday at the Cegeka Arena.

Onuachu scored in both halves taking his season’s goal tally to eight in 11 games as he also been able to find back of the net in the last five matches.