Atlético Madrid 3-1 Union Saint-Gilloise: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

Dive into Ladbrokes’ post-match review of Atlético Madrid 3-1 Union Saint-Gilloise in the Champions League on Tuesday, 04 November 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.

Atlético Madrid put on a dominant display at home, securing a 3-1 victory over Union Saint-Gilloise in the Champions League. The result wasn’t a shock, considering their recent form, but it was a much-needed win after a heavy defeat to Arsenal. Julián Alvarez opened the scoring, with further goals from C. Gallagher and M. Llorente sealing the deal. Despite Union Saint-Gilloise’s late goal from R. Sykes, Atlético Madrid controlled the match from start to finish, showing their class and resilience.

The game saw some tactical shifts with early substitutions, including R. Le Normand coming on for J. M. Gimenez in the 26th minute. This move seemed to solidify their defence, allowing them to focus on attacking play. Union Saint-Gilloise, on the other hand, struggled to find their rhythm, especially after their recent loss to Inter. This result extends Atlético Madrid’s positive run in the competition, while Union Saint-Gilloise will need to regroup quickly.

Atlético Madrid’s dominance was clear in the stats, with 67% possession compared to Union Saint-Gilloise’s 33%. They also had a significant edge in corners, winning 9 to Union’s 1, showing their control over the game. However, Union Saint-Gilloise did better in successful dribbles, with a 61% success rate compared to Atlético’s 40%. The yellow card count was higher for Union Saint-Gilloise, with three bookings compared to Atlético’s one, indicating a more disciplined performance from the home side.

These statistics reflect how Atlético Madrid dictated the tempo and flow of the match, keeping the ball and creating more scoring opportunities. Union Saint-Gilloise’s higher dribble success rate suggests they tried to play on the counter, but it wasn’t enough to overcome Atlético’s overall control.

The match’s turning point came early when Julián Alvarez scored in the 39th minute, assisted by G. Simeone, giving Atlético Madrid the lead. This goal set the tone for the rest of the game. C. Gallagher’s goal in the 72nd minute, followed by M. Llorente’s in the 90th, sealed the victory for the home side. Union Saint-Gilloise managed a late consolation goal from R. Sykes in the 80th minute, but it was too little, too late.

The game also saw several substitutions, with Atlético Madrid making five changes throughout the match, including key players like A. Griezmann and Koke. These moves helped maintain their momentum and control, while Union Saint-Gilloise’s substitutions seemed more reactive to their trailing position.

Atlético Madrid lined up in a 4-4-2 formation, with Jan Oblak in goal and a solid backline of Nahuel Molina, Robin Le Normand, Dávid Hancko, and Matteo Ruggeri. The midfield was controlled by Giuliano Simeone, Pablo Barrios, Koke, and Álex Baena, providing a strong platform for the attack led by Antoine Griezmann and Julián Alvarez. This setup allowed them to dominate possession and create numerous scoring opportunities, contributing significantly to their victory.

Union Saint-Gilloise opted for a 3-5-1-1 formation, with Kjell Scherpen in goal and a defensive trio of Kevin Mac Allister, Christian Burgess, and Ross Sykes. The midfield was packed with Anan Khalaili, Adem Zorgane, Kamiel Van De Perre, Rob Schoofs, and Ousseynou Niang, aiming to control the midfield battle. However, this setup struggled to cope with Atlético Madrid’s attacking prowess, and their lone striker, Kevin Rodríguez, was often isolated, limiting their offensive threat.

Julián Alvarez was our Ladbrokes’ Man of the Match for his standout performance against Union Saint-Gilloise. He opened the scoring with a well-taken goal in the 39th minute, setting the tone for the match. His presence up front was a constant threat, and his contribution was crucial in securing the victory for Atlético Madrid.

Recent Champions League matches:

• Win: 3-1 vs Union Saint-Gilloise (H)
• Loss: 0-4 vs Arsenal (A)

Recent Champions League matches:

• Loss: 1-3 vs Atlético Madrid (A)
• Loss: 0-4 vs Inter (H)

Currently 14th in the league with 6 points, they will face Levante on November 08, 2025 at 17:30.

Currently 26th in the league with 3 points, they will face Mechelen on November 09, 2025 at 18:15.

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