Atletico Madrid vs Union Saint-Gilloise Preview, prediction, betting tips & odds | UEFA Champions League 2025-26

The Roje Blancos will take on the Apaches on matchday four in the UEFA Champions League

Diego Simeone’s men will be looking to forget the humiliating defeat that his side suffered in the last fixture in the Champions League. They host the Belgian Pro League side Union Saint-Gilloise at the iconic Riyadh Air Metropolitano. This will be the first time these two sides lock horns on a continental level.

Atleti’s home performance and results have been really good as they have consistently got points. On the other hand, their performance has been awful away from home. In three matches, they have won once and lost twice. With three points on the table, they are sitting in 19th spot. Simeone will be hopeful of getting a comfortable win, as he needs his team to be consistent. Quality-wise, they are a much better side than their Belgian opposition and will hope not to disappoint their fans.

On the other hand, Union Saint-Gilloise are at the top of the table in the Belgian Pro League and currently 24th in the UCL table. In three matches, they have won once and lost twice, as they now travel to Madrid to face the Spanish giants Atletico Madrid. They are a team that can trouble the home side, and surely they will be optimistic going into this match, and they will have to be at their best. This will be a mouthwatering clash for sure.

Kick-off:

• Location: Madrid, Spain
• Stadium: Riyadh Air Metropolitano
• Date: Wednesday, 5 November
• Kick-Off Time: 01:30 AM IST
• Referee: Espen Eskås
• VAR: In Use

Form

Atletico Madrid (in all competitions): W-L-W-W-D

Union Saint-Gilloise (in all competitions): W-W-L-W-L

Players to Watch

Julian Alvarez (Atletico Madrid)

The Argentine international is in fine form this season, and so far, he is looking very sharp. Alvarez likes to press high up on the pitch, and his partnership with Alexander Sorloth makes Atleti a very strong attacking team. Physically, he is strong in duels and always plays with courage on the field. He has already attracted a lot of interest from other clubs, and there are many rumours regarding his contract extension at Atletico as well. In 12 games so far, he has scored seven goals and provided four assists.

Anouar Ait El Hadj (Union Saint-Gilloise)

El Hadj graduated from the Anderlecht academy and has represented Belgium at youth levels. Previously, he played for Anderlecht and Genk. This is his second season with Union, and so far, he has been consistent in his performances. He is someone who keeps the balance in the midfield and likes to have freedom on the pitch. With the ball at his feet, he is able to find players on the flanks and likes to take on players with body feints. In 14 matches so far, he has scored once and provided one assist.

Match Facts

• Both teams have never faced each other in the past
• Atletico Madrid won six home matches in a row
• Atletico Madrid haven’t lost in any of their last 11 home matches

Atletico Madrid vs Union Saint-Gilloise: Betting Tips & Odds

• Tip 1 – Atletico Madrid to win this fixture – 1/4 by bet365
• Tip 2 – Both teams to score
• Tip 3 – Goals scored over 1.5

Injury and Team News

Atletico Madrid will miss Pablo Barrios through injury, but the hosts are otherwise in strong shape.

Mohammed Fuseini is out due to an ankle injury; the rest of the squad is fit to play.

Head-to-Head

This will be the first time these two sides will lock horns in a competitive fixture

Predicted Lineups

Atletico Madrid Predicted Lineup (4-4-2):

Oblak (GK); Llorente, Gimenez, Le Normand, Hancko; Gallagher, Koke; Simeone, Baena, Gonzalez; Alvarez

Union Saint-Gilloise Predicted Lineup (3-4-2-1):

Scherpen (GK); Mac Allister, Burgess, Sykess; Khalaily, Zorgane, Perre, Niang; Giger, Hadj; Rodriguez

Match Prediction

The Roje Blancos have a strong home record and are in decent form. They are clear favourites to win this fixture. Atleti are a much better team than Union, and the away team will surely have to suffer a lot, as the atmosphere will be very hostile. Most probably, the home team will win this fixture.

Prediction: Atletico Madrid 3-1 Union Saint-Gilloise

Telecast Details

India: Sony Liv, Sony Sports Network

UK: TNT Sports, Amazon Prime, BBC

US: Paramount+, TUDN

Nigeria: DAZN

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