Union Saint-Gilloise claim surprise victory over Galatasaray in Champions League

Union Saint-Gilloise end losing streak with Galatasaray upset

Promise David scored the decisive goal as Union Saint-Gilloise pulled off a surprising 1–0 victory against Galatasaray, ending their three-match losing run in the Champions League group stage.

The Belgian club showed determination on the road, defending strongly and taking their chance in the second half when David calmly finished from close range.

Galatasaray created several late opportunities but failed to find an equalizer, leaving their supporters frustrated at home. The result offers a vital boost for Union Saint-Gilloise, who remain in contention for knockout qualification after a difficult start to the campaign.

"We knew we had to fight for every ball," said a Union Saint-Gilloise midfielder after the match. "This win means a lot for our confidence."

Match summary

Union Saint-Gilloise displayed compact defending and efficient counter-attacks, while Galatasaray lacked their usual precision in front of goal. The match underlined how resilience and teamwork can overturn expectations in European football.

Author’s summary: Union Saint-Gilloise ended their Champions League slump with a 1–0 away win over Galatasaray, fueled by Promise David’s decisive goal and disciplined defense.

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BBC BBC — 2025-11-25

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