Union Saint-Gilloise Stun PSV Eindhoven in Ideal UCL Bow
The Belgian outfit celebrated a dream opening to their first-ever European elite adventure with a stunning three-one victory away against PSV Eindhoven.
Memorable Accomplishment
The club claimed their historic top-flight crown in 90 years last term, garnering them a spot in the prestigious continental competition for the very first time.
Match Turning Points
The away side started to a flying beginning with a ninth-minute goal from the penalty spot after the American striker clattered into former Portsmouth player Christian Burgess inside the box.
Promise David stepped up to make history as the team's historic European marksman, composedly placing the penalty past shot-stopper Matej Kovar.
The visitors extended their advantage in the 39th minute to shock the PSV crowd thanks to a superb wonder strike from El Hadj.
He picked up a defensive error in the middle third, charged forward, and hammered home a low effort into the goal.
the Argentine defender – brother of Reds player Alexis Mac Allister – completed the ideal performance for Union by tapping in from a corner situation with under 10 minutes to go.
The PSV player, who had earlier hit the woodwork, nudged home in the 90th minute, but it was another disappointing domestic result for PSV.
Future Fixtures
Their team will attempt to get their league phase journey straight when they visit the German side on October 1, while the Magpies travel to Union on the identical fixture date.
An unforgettable evening for the debutants as they mark their entry on the biggest scene in club soccer.
