Galatasaray 0-1 Union Saint-Gilloise: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments
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Dive into Bwin’s post-match review of Galatasaray 0-1 Union Saint-Gilloise in the Champions League on Tuesday, 25 November 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.
Galatasaray 0-1 Union Saint-Gilloise Post-Match Review
The match started with Galatasaray asserting early dominance in possession, but discipline issues emerged quickly as Ilkay Gundogan received a yellow card in the 13th minute for a tactical foul. Union Saint-Gilloise grew into the game, earning a yellow for Promise David in the 36th minute after a robust challenge, while both sides struck the woodwork in a tightly contested first half.
Galatasaray made their only substitution in the 53rd minute, with Abdulkadir Unyay replacing Ismail Jakobs, but it was Union who broke the deadlock four minutes later when Promise David scored a goal assisted by Alessio Zorgane in the 57th minute, shifting momentum decisively.
Union quickly substituted goalscorer Promise David off for Kevin Rodriguez in the 58th minute, as yellow cards piled up with Lucas Torreira and Anan Khalaili booked in the 63rd minute, followed by Davinson Sanchez in the 64th and manager Okan Buruk in the 70th.
Union made further changes in the 71st minute, bringing on Rob Schoofs for Anass Ait El Hadj and Sofiane Boufal for Ross Florucz, while Galatasaray’s Abdulkadir Unyay collected yellows in the 80th and 89th minutes, leading to his red and leaving his side a man down. Union completed their substitutions with Franck Leysen replacing Oumar Niang in the 90th minute, securing a composed end to the game to claim a 1-0 victory despite Galatasaray’s possession edge.
Galatasaray 0-1 Union Saint-Gilloise Statistics
Galatasaray controlled 66% of possession and recorded 49 successful dribbles compared to Union’s 34% and 29, indicating they dictated much of the play and were more effective in individual battles, yet this failed to translate into goals as Union’s defence held firm with five corners to Galatasaray’s four.
The hosts’ disciplinary record proved costly, with six yellow cards and one red card contrasting Union’s two yellows, disrupting their rhythm and contributing to the defeat, while Union’s single assist underlined their clinical edge in the decisive moment.
Substitutions also highlighted differing approaches, as Galatasaray used just one—Abdulkadir Unyay replacing Ismail Jakobs at 53’—while Union deployed four, including Kevin Rodriguez for Promise David at 58’, Rob Schoofs for Anass Ait El Hadj at 71’, Sofiane Boufal for Ross Florucz at 71’, and Franck Leysen for Oumar Niang at 90’, allowing them to manage energy and maintain structure effectively.
Key Moments from Galatasaray 0-1 Union Saint-Gilloise
The game’s turning point arrived in the 57th minute when Union’s Promise David produced a composed finish assisted by Alessio Zorgane, capitalising on a rare counter-attack to give his side the lead against the run of play.
Galatasaray’s discipline faltered further with Abdulkadir Unyay’s second yellow card leading to a red in the 89th minute for persistent fouling, reducing them to ten men and extinguishing any late comeback hopes. Union’s timely substitutions, particularly bringing on fresh legs in the 71st minute, helped them control the closing stages and protect their slender advantage.
Galatasaray 0-1 Union Saint-Gilloise Lineups
Galatasaray
Galatasaray lined up in a 4-3-3 formation, relying on a solid midfield trio to control possession and feed their front line, with partnerships like Lucas Torreira and Ilkay Gundogan providing defensive stability and creative outlets, despite Gundogan's early booking.
Union Saint-Gilloise
Union Saint-Gilloise deployed a 3-4-1-2 shape, emphasising compact defending and quick transitions, where the attacking duo, supported by Alessio Zorgane in the number 8 role, created effective overloads, as seen in the assist for their goal.
Bwin’s Man of the Match
Promise David earned Man of the Match honours for Union Saint-Gilloise with his decisive 57th-minute goal, showcasing sharp movement and finishing to break the deadlock before being substituted off a minute later, his contribution proving the difference in a match defined by fine margins.
Updated Form Guide
Galatasaray
Recent Champions League matches:
- Loss: 0-1 vs Union Saint-Gilloise (H)
- Win: 3-0 vs Ajax (A)
- Win: 3-1 vs Bodø / Glimt (H)
- Win: 1-0 vs Liverpool (H)
- Loss: 1-5 vs Eintracht Frankfurt (A)
Union Saint-Gilloise
Recent Champions League matches:
- Win: 1-0 vs Galatasaray (A)
- Loss: 1-3 vs Atlético Madrid (A)
- Loss: 0-4 vs Inter (H)
- Loss: 0-4 vs Newcastle United (H)
- Win: 3-1 vs PSV (A)
What’s Next for Both Teams?
Galatasaray
Galatasaray will aim to address their disciplinary issues and convert possession into points following this setback, with their next fixture, a tough one away to Fenerbahce, offering a chance to regain momentum in domestic competition.
Union Saint-Gilloise
Union Saint-Gilloise can build on this hard-fought away win and their efficient use of substitutions, looking ahead to their upcoming match to maintain positive form in the league when they visit Anderlecht.
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