Union Saint-Gilloise secured a 4-0 victory against Hapoel Beer Sheva in the UEFA Europa League, maintaining an undefeated run in the competition according to coverage from LAOLA1. The match took place away from the club’s usual home grounds due to stadium constraints, bringing together two form-standing sides in front of a unique backdrop.

Merkur Spiel-Arena Host Unusual Fixture Without Fans

The fixture unfolded far from the club’s traditional home at Dudenpark or its European alternate venue “Den Dreef” in Leuven. Due to security concerns in Leuven and a lack of alternative suitable venues within Belgium, the match shifted across the border to the Merkur Spiel-Arena in Düsseldorf, where the teams played in a ghost-match atmosphere, as reported by BRF Nachrichten.

Raul Florucz Breaks Deadlock After Early Injury Changes

Striker Raul Florucz entered the match in the 14th minute after an injury to Biondic. Just before the interval, Florucz drew a foul inside the penalty area and converted the ensuing spot-kick in stoppage time, giving the Belgian side a 1-0 lead as the club’s goal anthem echoed through the empty arena.

Guilherme Smith and Dylan Aquino Seal Second Group Stage Victory

After the break, the Belgian runners-up asserted control over the pitch. Guilherme Smith extended the lead to 2-0 in the 60th minute following a deflection off an opponent, before Dylan Aquino added a third goal in the 77th minute. Guilherme Smith struck again in the 81st minute to cement the 4-0 final scoreline. The result keeps Union Saint-Gilloise undefeated after three matches in the competition.

Next Fixture Awaits in Spain Against Celta de Vigo

With three matches played in the European campaign, Union Saint-Gilloise prepares for its next continental test abroad against Celta de Vigo in Spain.