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Union Saint-Gilloise prevails in a chaotic match against Cercle Brugge
Union Saint-Gilloise secured victory in a hard-fought match at the Jan Breydelstadion in Bruges against Cercle Brugge, a game marked by numerous cards and intense play. Union dominated possession (58%) and, although with fewer shots on target (4 to 7), their efficiency was superior. Cercle Brugge, on the other hand, generated more shots (13 to 11), but their effectiveness was lower and they suffered the consequences of less discipline.
The match was full of tension, with a total of 26 fouls (9 by Cercle and 17 by Union). Two yellow cards were shown to Cercle Brugge players in the first half (Van der Bruggen and Somers), while Union Saint-Gilloise received one in the second half (Mac Allister). The red card for G. Magnee of Cercle Brugge in the 71st minute was a turning point. In the closing stages, three more yellow cards were shown to Cercle, ending the match in a tense atmosphere. Despite their numerical advantage, Union Saint-Gilloise failed to extend their lead. The match ended with a victory for Union Saint-Gilloise, reflecting their superior control of the game despite Cercle Brugge’s aggressive play.
Substitutions union st. gilloise: at minute 46 K. Rodriguez came in and M. Fuseini went out., at minute 56 F. Leysen came in and R. Sykes went out., at minute 67 F. Ivanovic came in and P. David went out., at minute 67 S. Boufal came in and M. Rasmussen went out.
Substitutions cercle brugge: at minute 63 P. Brunner came in and Erick went out., at minute 74 S. Miangue came in and A. Minda went out., at minute 88 N. De Wilde came in and H. van der Bruggen went out., at minute 89 J. Lietaert came in and K. Denkey went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Cercle Brugge
Union St. Gilloise
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