The Union Saint-Gilloise is preparing to face the PSV Eindhoven for its first Champions League match in three days. Before this important deadline, the team first had to play against Dendermonde on Saturday night. Coach Sébastien Pocognoli had originally planned Christian Burgess in the 11th base, but a last-minute injury forced him to be replaced by Ross Sykes in central defence. The match against Dendermonde was difficult in terms of offensive efficiency, with the Union having difficulty creating dangerous opportunities in front of the opposing goal.

Despite attempts by Zorgan and Khalaili, blocked by Dendermonde’s goaltender, Verrips, and a beautiful acrobatic action by Rodríguez that hit the post, the team struggled to realize its efforts. Promised David, the Ecuadorian striker who shone against the Standard, also missed an easy opportunity in front of the goal. However, at the 87th minute, he came up at the first post on a Giger center and managed to cheat Verrips, allowing the Union to win on the 1-0 score when she might concede the game.

This tight victory, though modest in terms of game, is crucial for the Union Saint-Gilloise. It brings valuable points in the rankings and reinforces the morale of the team as it approaches its first European match. This victory, although not spectacular, is an important step for the Union before facing the international competition and competing with the Champions League.