Union Saint-Gilloise Overcome PSV Eindhoven in Perfect European First Appearance
Les Unionistes experienced a ideal beginning to their historic European elite adventure with a memorable three to one triumph on the road against PSV Eindhoven.
Memorable Accomplishment
The Belgian champions claimed their historic domestic crown in 90 years last season, earning them a spot in the prestigious European competition for the first occasion.
Game Key Moments
The visitors made to a flying start with a opening goal from the spot-kick after the American striker brought down former Portsmouth player Burgess inside the box.
David stepped up to be crowned the side's maiden European scorer, calmly placing the ball past goalkeeper Kovar.
The visitors extended their lead in the 39th minute to stun the PSV crowd thanks to a brilliant individual effort from the Belgian midfielder.
The midfielder latched on to a loose ball in the centre of the park, stormed into the box, and blasted a accurate shot into the goal.
Mac Allister – brother of Reds player Mac Allister – wrapped up the perfect night for his side by bundling the ball from a dead-ball situation with nine minutes remaining.
Ruben van Bommel, who had before hit the crossbar, nudged a consolation in the dying moments, but it was a further unsatisfactory home outcome for the Dutch team.
Next Up
Peter Bosz's side will attempt to put their league phase run straight when they travel to the German side on 1 October, while the English club travel to Union on the same day.
A landmark evening for the debutants as they mark their entry on the biggest platform in European soccer.
