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
Our take on every player 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 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ross Sykes 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
83%
Duel Win %
Louis Patris
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Raul Florucz 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Adem Zorgane
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
57
Total Mins
57
Entry
Kamiel Van de Perre
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
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
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rob Schoofs
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
36
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nathan Huygevelde
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ousseynou Niang
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Soulaimane Berradi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mohammed Fuseini
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
36
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Youssef Hamoutahar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sekou Keita
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Atalanta
Goalkeepers
Marco Sportiello
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Odilon Kossounou
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
74
Total Mins
74
Entry
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
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yunus Musah
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
52
Total Mins
52
Entry
Éderson
MAGNET
71
Activity
71
Activity
62
Passes
9
Duels
Lorenzo Bernasconi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Lazar Samardžić
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
52
Total Mins
52
Entry
Ademola Lookman
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
51
Total Mins
51
Entry
Nikola Krstović
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
61
Total Mins
61
Entry
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
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sead Kolašinac
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Giorgio Scalvini
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Marten de Roon
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
41
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mario Pašalić
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nicola Zalewski
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kamaldeen Sulemana
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
42
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Charles De Ketelaere
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
41
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gianluca Scamacca
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
32
Total Mins
Started
Entry
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: 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
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Union St. Gilloise Defy the Odds in Brussels
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 23/100. 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.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Survival vs. Supremacy at Lotto Park
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 54/100. 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.