Let’s get to know Fenerbahçe’s opponent: Union Saint-Gilloise
Fenerbahçe's opponent in the UEFA Conference League is the Union SG team. The yellow and navy team earned the right to advance to the Round of 16 by defeating Frankfurt in the playoff round.
Union Saint-Gilloise finished third in Group E of the Europa League this season. The team attracts attention with its squad value and currently holds the first position in the league they are competing in this season. Key players like Mohammed Amoura, Gustaf, and Nillson are part of their lineup. So, which country does Fenerbahçe‘s opponent, Union SG, come from? Here are the details regarding Union SG’s squad value.
In the Conference League, Fenerbahçe is facing Union SG. The yellow and navy team, directly qualifying for the Round of 16 in the Conference League, was eagerly awaiting the draw. The UEFA Conference League draw took place today in Nyon, Switzerland, revealing Union SG as Fenerbahçe’s opponent. Union Saint-Gilloise has gained recognition for its successful results in European competitions. So, which country does Fenerbahçe’s opponent, Union SG, represent? Here are the details about Fenerbahçe’s opponent in the Conference League match.
FENERBAHÇE’S OPPONENT: BELGIAN TEAM – UNION SAINT-GILLOISE
In the Conference League, Fenerbahçe’s opponent in the Round of 16, Union SG, competes in the Belgian Pro League.
Union SG started this season in Group E of the Europa League, finishing third behind teams like Liverpool and Toulouse.
Union SG advanced to the Round of 16 by defeating Germany‘s Frankfurt 4-3 on aggregate in the playoff round.
In the Belgian Pro League this season, Union SG leads the standings with 62 points, surpassing teams like Anderlecht, Club Brugge, and Antwerp.
The total squad value of the team is 66.5 million Euros, with players like Mohamed Amoura, Cameroon Puertas, Koki Machida, Amani, Lapaussin, and Castro Montes having the highest values.
NOTABLE PLAYERS OF UNION SAINT-GILLOISE
MOHAMED AMOURA
Mohamed Amoura, the Algerian forward signed by Union SG at the beginning of the season, has been a prolific scorer for the team.
In 20 league matches, Amoura contributed 17 goals and 2 assists, totaling 21 goals and 6 assists in 33 appearances across all competitions.
The 23-year-old Mohamed Amoura was acquired by the Belgian team from Lugano for 4 million euros.
CAMERON PUERTAS
Another notable player for Union SG is Cameron Puertas. The Spanish midfielder, playing in the number 10 position, appeared in 26 league matches this season, providing 5 goals and 15 assists, directly contributing to 20 goals.
KOKI MACHIDA
Koki Machida stands out as another prominent player for the Belgian representative. The 26-year-old Japanese defender plays a crucial role in Union SG’s defense.
Like Amoura, Machida was also signed before the 2023-24 season. The Belgian team paid 1 million euros to Kashima Antlers for the Japanese defender.
