Union St. Gilloise vs Marseille: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

Explore Ladbrokes' detailed preview for Union St. Gilloise vs Marseille in the UEFA Champions League. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 20:00 GMT match.

• Fixture: Union St. Gilloise vs Marseille
• Date: Tuesday, 09 December 2025
• Kick-off: 20:00 GMT
• Venue: Lotto Park

Union St. Gilloise will be looking to build on their recent away win against Galatasaray, but their home form has been less convincing with heavy defeats to Inter and Newcastle. Their predicted 3-4-1-2 formation could provide a solid defensive base, but they'll need to be more clinical in front of goal to overcome Marseille. The midfield battle will be crucial, with Khalaili and Niang needing to control the tempo against Marseille's experienced duo of Vermeeren and Hojbjerg.

Marseille, on the other hand, have shown they can be dangerous at home, as evidenced by their victory over Newcastle. Their 4-2-3-1 setup should allow them to dominate possession and create chances, particularly through the likes of Greenwood and Paixao. However, their away form has been inconsistent, and they'll need to be wary of Union St. Gilloise's counter-attacking threat led by Florucz and David. This match could be a tight affair, with both teams capable of nicking a win.

Union St. Gilloise have had a mixed bag of results recently, with two wins and three losses in their last five games. Their away form has been particularly strong, securing victories against Galatasaray and PSV Eindhoven, which should give them confidence heading into this match. However, their home form has been a concern, suffering heavy defeats to Inter and Newcastle, which might affect their performance here.

Recent UEFA Champions League Results:

• Win: 1-0 vs Galatasaray (A)
• Loss: 1-3 vs Atletico Madrid (A)
• Loss: 0-4 vs Inter (H)
• Loss: 0-4 vs Newcastle (H)
• Win: 3-1 vs PSV Eindhoven (A)

Marseille have also experienced a rollercoaster of results, with two wins and three losses in their recent outings. Their home form has been impressive, highlighted by a convincing win over Ajax and a narrow victory against Newcastle. However, their away performances have been less consistent, losing to Sporting CP and Real Madrid, which could be a worry as they travel to face Union St. Gilloise.

Recent UEFA Champions League Results:

• Win: 2-1 vs Newcastle (H)
• Loss: 0-1 vs Atalanta (H)
• Loss: 1-2 vs Sporting CP (A)
• Win: 4-0 vs Ajax (H)
• Loss: 1-2 vs Real Madrid (A)

Union St. Gilloise and Marseille have never met in the Champions League, making it difficult to predict their encounters based on past meetings. This lack of data means that both teams will approach the game without the burden or benefit of historical context. As a result, the match could be more unpredictable, with each side looking to establish dominance.

• Fedde Leysen (Ankle) - Out

• Mohammed Fuseini (Ankle) - Doubt

• Amine Gouiri (Shoulder) - Out

• Facundo Medina (Ankle) - Out

• Hamed Traore (Thigh) - Out

• Amir Murillo (Thigh) - Out

• Ruben Blanco (Knee) - Doubt

• Matt O'Reilly (Contusion) - Doubt

• Predicted lineup: Scherpen (GK), Mac Allister (DF), Burgess (DF), Sykes (DF), Khalaili (MF), Zorgane (MF), Perre (MF), Niang (MF), Hadj (MF), Florucz (AT), David (AT)

Union St. Gilloise are expected to line up in a 3-4-1-2 formation, with Scherpen in goal and a back three of Mac Allister, Burgess, and Sykes. This setup should allow them to be defensively solid while providing width through Khalaili and Niang, with Hadj playing just behind the front two of David and Florucz.

• Predicted lineup: Rulli (GK), Pavard (DF), Balerdi (DF), Aguerd (DF), Emerson (DF), Vermeeren (MF), Hojbjerg (MF), Weah (MF), Greenwood (MF), Paixao (MF), Aubameyang (AT)

Marseille are likely to deploy a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Rulli between the sticks and a back four of Pavard, Balerdi, Aguerd and Emerson. This should give them a strong defensive foundation, allowing Vermeeren and Hojbjerg to control the midfield and feed the attacking quartet of Greenwood, Weah, Paixao, and Aubameyang.

• Florucz vs Aguerd: Florucz's pace and finishing will be tested against Aguerd's defensive solidity.

• Khalaili vs Paixao: Khalaili's creativity in midfield will be crucial against Paixao's work rate and ball-winning ability.

• Niang (Union St. Gilloise): Niang's role in dictating the tempo and linking play will be vital for Union St. Gilloise.

• Vermeeren (Marseille): Vermeeren's control and distribution in midfield will be key to Marseille's success.

Union St. Gilloise vs Marseille at 20:00 GMT on Tuesday, 09 December 2025, will be broadcast live for viewers in the UK on TNT Sports 7.

Ladbrokes is predicting that the score will be Union St. Gilloise 1-2 Marseille.

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