Union Saint-Gilloise vs Newcastle United: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

Explore Bwin's detailed preview for Union Saint-Gilloise vs Newcastle United in the Champions League. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 17:45 BST match.

Match Prediction: Union Saint-Gilloise 2-1 Newcastle United.

Union Saint-Gilloise, buoyed by their recent 3-1 victory over PSV, will look to exploit their attacking prowess against Newcastle. Their form suggests a confident approach, likely pressing high and aiming to capitalise on any defensive lapses from the Magpies.

Newcastle, coming off a 1-2 home loss to Barcelona, may struggle to find their rhythm away from home. Their defensive vulnerabilities could be exposed by Union's dynamic forwards, making for a challenging encounter.

Union Saint-Gilloise's recent 3-1 win against PSV indicates a team in good form, capable of scoring and defending effectively. This victory will boost their confidence, likely leading to an aggressive and proactive approach against Newcastle. Their ability to score three goals away from home suggests they can pose a significant threat to Newcastle's defence.

Recent Champions League Results:

• Win: 3-1 vs PSV (A)

Newcastle's recent 1-2 loss to Barcelona at home highlights potential defensive frailties that Union Saint-Gilloise could exploit. This defeat may impact their confidence, particularly in an away fixture. However, their squad remains strong, and they will need to tighten up at the back to counter Union's attacking threat.

Recent Champions League Results:

• Loss: 1-2 vs FC Barcelona (H)

The fact that Union Saint-Gilloise and Newcastle United have never met before in the Champions League makes this an intriguing first encounter. 

Both teams will approach the match with a clean slate, focusing on their current form and strategies. This lack of historical context adds an element of unpredictability to the fixture.

• Raul Florucz (Suspended) - Out

• Mohammed Fuseini (Ankle) - Doubt

• Yoane Wissa (Knee) - Out

• Aaron Ramsey (Ankle) - Out

• Fabian Schär (Head) - Doubt

• Predicted lineup: Scherpen, Mac Allister, Burgess, Leysen, Khalaili, Zorgane, Rasmussen, Niang, Hadj, David, Rodríguez

Union Saint-Gilloise's predicted lineup suggests a focus on maintaining their attacking momentum, with David and Rodríguez likely to lead the charge. Their recent form indicates a strategy of high pressing and quick transitions, which could unsettle Newcastle's defence.

• Predicted lineup: Pope, Livramento, Botman, Burn, Hall, Joelinton, Tonali, Guimarães, Elanga, Woltemade, Gordon

Newcastle's predicted lineup points to a need for defensive solidity, with Botman and Burn crucial in containing Union's forwards. Their recent loss suggests a focus on improving their defensive organisation and reducing the space for Union's attackers.

• David vs Botman: This duel will see Union Saint-Gilloise's forward David testing Newcastle's experienced defender Botman.

• Zorgane vs Guimarães: Union Saint-Gilloise's midfielder Zorgane will look to outmanoeuvre Newcastle's dynamic midfielder Guimarães in the middle of the park.

• Rodríguez (Union Saint-Gilloise): Rodríguez's role as a forward for Union Saint-Gilloise makes him a key player to watch, given his potential to score crucial goals.

• Burn (Newcastle United): Burn's importance to Newcastle's defence cannot be overstated, as he will be pivotal in thwarting Union Saint-Gilloise's attacking threats.

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