UEFA Champions League League Stage - 8
Union St. Gilloise 1 - 0 FT Atalanta
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
10' C. Burgess
L. Samardzic 28'
HT
↓ A. Lookman ↑K. Sulemana 51'
↓ L. Samardzic ↑C. De Ketelaere 52'
↓ Y. Musah ↑M. De Roon 52'
57' ↓ R. Florucz ↑M. Fuseini
57' ↓ A. Zorgane ↑R. Schoofs
↓ N. Krstovic ↑G. Scamacca 61'
H. Ahanor 69'
70' A. Khalaili (A. Ait El Hadj)
↓ O. Kossounou ↑M. Pasalic 74'
77' R. Sykes
85' ↓ Guilherme Smith ↑O. Niang
90'+2 ↓ A. Ait El Hadj ↑F. Leysen
G. Scamacca 90'+3
FT
Player Cards
Season performance ratings for players in this match
Union St. Gilloise
Goalkeepers
Kjell Scherpen 
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
2
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
Anan Khalaili 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Kevin Mac Allister 
ENFORCER
6
Tackles
6
Tackles
7
Duels Won
78%
Win %
Christian Burgess 
NPC
93
Minutes
93
Minutes
22%
Pass Acc
6.6
Rating
Ross Sykes 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
83%
Duel Win %
Louis Patris 
SWEEPER
4
Cleanups
4
Cleanups
2
Interceptions
2
Blocks
Midfielders
Raul Florucz 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Adem Zorgane
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Kamiel Van de Perre
SWEEPER
2
Cleanups
2
Cleanups
1
Interceptions
1
Blocks
Guilherme Smith
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Forwards
Anouar Ait El Hadj 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
1
Assists
18%
Pass Acc
BENCH
Vic Chambaere 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Fedde Leysen 
CAMEO
1
Minutes
1
Minutes
0
Touches
None
Events
Rob Schoofs
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Nathan Huygevelde
CAMEO
0
Minutes
0
Minutes
0
Touches
None
Events
Ousseynou Niang
CAMEO
8
Minutes
8
Minutes
5
Touches
None
Events
Soulaimane Berradi
CAMEO
0
Minutes
0
Minutes
0
Touches
None
Events
Mohammed Fuseini
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Youssef Hamoutahar
CAMEO
0
Minutes
0
Minutes
0
Touches
None
Events
Sekou Keita
CAMEO
0
Minutes
0
Minutes
0
Touches
None
Events
Atalanta
Goalkeepers
Marco Sportiello
NPC
93
Minutes
93
Minutes
20%
Pass Acc
6.2
Rating
Defenders
Odilon Kossounou
NPC
74
Minutes
74
Minutes
65%
Pass Acc
6.7
Rating
Isak Hien 
MAGNET
92
Activity
92
Activity
87
Passes
5
Duels
Honest Ahanor
MAGNET
87
Activity
87
Activity
70
Passes
17
Duels
Midfielders
Davide Zappacosta
NPC
93
Minutes
93
Minutes
45%
Pass Acc
6.5
Rating
Yunus Musah
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Éderson
MAGNET
71
Activity
71
Activity
62
Passes
9
Duels
Lorenzo Bernasconi
NPC
93
Minutes
93
Minutes
50%
Pass Acc
6.7
Rating
Forwards
Lazar Samardžić
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Ademola Lookman
SWEEPER
1
Cleanups
1
Cleanups
1
Interceptions
0
Blocks
Nikola Krstović 
SUNDAY LEAGUER
5.9
Rating
5.9
Rating
10
Duels Lost
14
Poss Lost
BENCH
Marco Carnesecchi
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Francesco Rossi
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Berat Djimsiti
CAMEO
0
Minutes
0
Minutes
0
Touches
None
Events
Sead Kolašinac
CAMEO
0
Minutes
0
Minutes
0
Touches
None
Events
Giorgio Scalvini
CAMEO
0
Minutes
0
Minutes
0
Touches
None
Events
Marten de Roon
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Mario Pašalić
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Nicola Zalewski
CAMEO
0
Minutes
0
Minutes
0
Touches
None
Events
Kamaldeen Sulemana
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Charles De Ketelaere
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Gianluca Scamacca
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
League Standings
P: 8 GD: +19
P: 8 GD: +14
P: 8 GD: +12
P: 8 GD: +10
P: 8 GD: +8
P: 8 GD: +7
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +9
P: 8 GD: +8
P: 8 GD: +10
P: 8 GD: +10
P: 8 GD: +4
P: 8 GD: +2
P: 8 GD: 0
P: 8 GD: -1
P: 8 GD: +2
P: 8 GD: -4
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: -6
P: 8 GD: -8
P: 8 GD: -1
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: -3
P: 8 GD: -3
P: 8 GD: -9
P: 8 GD: 0
P: 8 GD: -5
P: 8 GD: -6
P: 8 GD: -9
P: 8 GD: -13
P: 8 GD: -11
P: 8 GD: -14
P: 8 GD: -13
League Standings
P: 7 GD: +18
P: 7 GD: +13
P: 7 GD: +11
P: 7 GD: +6
P: 7 GD: +8
P: 7 GD: +10
P: 7 GD: +10
P: 7 GD: +6
P: 7 GD: +5
P: 7 GD: +5
P: 7 GD: +4
P: 7 GD: +3
P: 7 GD: +1
P: 7 GD: +6
P: 7 GD: +4
P: 7 GD: +4
P: 7 GD: 0
P: 7 GD: -2
P: 7 GD: 0
P: 7 GD: -4
P: 7 GD: -6
P: 7 GD: +1
P: 7 GD: -4
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: -6
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: -2
P: 7 GD: -4
P: 7 GD: -6
P: 7 GD: -10
P: 7 GD: -12
P: 7 GD: -9
P: 7 GD: -11
P: 7 GD: -10
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Union St. Gilloise Defy the Odds in Brussels
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 24/100. An evening of grit and tactical discipline saw the Belgian underdogs secure a famous European scalp against a wasteful Atalanta side.
The Siege of Lotto Park
The atmosphere at Lotto Park was electric as Union St. Gilloise prepared to host a continental heavyweight. From the outset, the visitors from Bergamo sought to impose their will, moving the ball with a precision that saw them finish the night having dominated possession with 64%. The Italian side looked comfortable, orchestrated from the back by Isak Hien, who read the play with veteran-like composure to snuff out early Belgian forays. Despite the territorial advantage, Atalanta struggled to penetrate a low block that prioritised Balance over bravery. The Belgians remained patient, absorbing a total of 13 shots from the visitors, many of which were forced from distance or blocked by a desperate wall of yellow and blue. It was a tactical standoff that tested the patience of the home faithful throughout the first half.
The Counter-Punch Pivot
The match swung on its axis in the 70th minute, defying the statistical flow of the encounter. While Atalanta had enjoyed the lion's share of the ball, they lacked the clinical edge required to dismantle a resolute defence. A swift counter-attack, sparked by the vision of A. Ait El Hadj, caught the Italian backline momentarily out of shape. His perfectly weighted delivery found A. Khalaili, who kept his cool to slot home the opening goal. This moment injected a sudden surge of Intensity into the proceedings, as the "underdog" narrative began to take physical form. The goal was one of only four shots on target for the hosts, but its impact was seismic, forcing Atalanta to abandon their patient buildup in search of an immediate response that never quite materialised against the inspired hosts.
Defensive Resilience and the Upset
The closing stages were a masterclass in defensive resilience. As the Stakes rose, Union St. Gilloise retreated into a compact unit, inviting pressure but offering no space in the final third. Atalanta’s frustration was evident; despite completing 521 accurate passes compared to the hosts' 251, they could not find the killer pass to unlock the door. The 1-0 scoreline held firm, confirming a massive Upset that reverberated across the Champions League table. For Atalanta, this represents a significant setback in their quest for a higher seeding, while for the Belgian side, it is a night that validates their European credentials. The tactical gamble paid off, proving that 36% possession can be more than enough when paired with clinical execution and a tireless work rate under the lights in Brussels.
Key Questions
Who scored the winning goal?
A. Khalaili scored the only goal of the match in the 70th minute, assisted by A. Ait El Hadj.
How did the possession stats look?
Atalanta dominated with 64% possession, but Union St. Gilloise won the match with just 36% of the ball.
Who was the top performer?
Despite the loss, Atalanta defender Isak Hien was the top performer with a 7.6 rating for his outstanding defensive display.
How is the Futmetrix Score calculated?
The Futmetrix Score (0-100) combines multiple factors: match intensity, competitive balance, stakes importance, and entertainment value to help you decide if this match is worth watching.
Survival vs. Supremacy at Lotto Park
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 61/100. Union St. Gilloise must defy the odds to avoid a premature European exit against an Atalanta side chasing elite top-eight status.
The Setup
The final round of the league stage arrives at Lotto Park with Union St. Gilloise teetering on the edge of elimination. Sitting in 30th place, the Belgian side has struggled significantly with their Form, losing four of their last five matches. Their primary issue is a defensive structure that has surrendered 3.7 goals per game at home, a statistic that spells disaster against world-class opposition. Conversely, Atalanta enters this clash in 9th position, knowing a victory could catapult them into the automatic qualification spots. The Italians have proven themselves away specialists this season, winning 66.7% of their matches on the road, underpinned by a Balance that USG simply cannot match.
Key Battle
The individual duel between Anan Khalaili and Charles De Ketelaere will likely define the tempo of this match. Anan Khalaili has been a rare bright spark for the hosts, providing a goal-scoring threat from wide areas. However, he faces an Charles De Ketelaere who is currently operating at an elite level. The Belgian playmaker’s ability to find pockets of space will test the discipline of a USG midfield that has frequently collapsed under pressure this season.
Our Prediction
Expect Atalanta to dominate possession and exploit the wide gaps in the home defence. While the hosts may find a goal through the individual brilliance of their Stars, the sheer creative volume from Ademola Lookman and De Ketelaere should see the visitors cruise to a 1-3 victory, securing their place in the next phase while confirming USG's exit.
Key Questions
Should I watch this match?
Yes, if you enjoy high-stakes European drama where one team is fighting for their competitive life.
What's the predicted outcome?
A 1-3 victory for Atalanta is predicted, given their superior away form and USG's defensive struggles.
Where are Union St. Gilloise and Atalanta in the league table?
Atalanta is in 9th place with 13 points, while Union St. Gilloise languishes in 30th with 6 points.
What is Union St. Gilloise's current form?
Their form is poor, with four losses in their last five games (LWLLL) and no home wins.
Who is the in-form player to watch?
Charles De Ketelaere (Atalanta) is the star, with 2 goals, 2 assists, and a 7.8 average rating.
How is the Futmetrix Score calculated?
The Futmetrix Score (0-100) combines multiple factors: match intensity, competitive balance, stakes importance, and entertainment value to help you decide if this match is worth watching.