Union Saint-Gilloise continue their Champions League campaign with a tricky trip to the Spanish capital.
Atletico Madrid play the role of hosts later this evening, and Diego Simeone’s side are the huge favourites ahead of kick-off.
Can USG spring a surprise? We will wait and see, but we have previewed the European clash, picking out some sports betting online tips featuring the latest football bet odds.
Atletico Madrid vs Union Saint-Gilloise Preview
After beating PSV Eindhoven 3-1 on Matchday 1, USG’s debut campaign in the Champions League has since resembled something of a nightmare.
Back-to-back 4-0 home losses to Newcastle and Inter Milan have really put a damper on the situation, and a trip to Atletico is perhaps the last thing David Hubert’s side need.
That being said, USG continue to impress in the Jupiler Pro League, still sitting top of the table by three clear points thanks to recent wins over STVV (2-0) and Zulte Waregem (1-4).
And lest we forget, Atletico’s last outing in the Champions League was rather humbling, with Simeone’s side on the receiving end of a 4-0 defeat at Arsenal.
But since then, the Madrid-based outfit have been pretty formidable in league action, recording two consecutive wins over Real Betis (0-2) and Sevilla (3-0).
Unsurprisingly, Atletico boast the joint-best defensive record in La Liga, having conceded only 10 goals.
However, that pragmatic excellence has not translated to the Champions League stage, with a European clean sheet yet to be kept following a 3-2 loss at Liverpool and a 5-1 home win over Eintracht Frankfurt.
The performance vs Eintracht at the Wanda Metropolitano should be a warning for USG, though. Furthermore, Atletico thrashed Real Madrid 5-2 at home, which remains Los Blancos’ only defeat this season.
Atletico’s attack is a fluid beast when it clicks into gear these days, and if the hosts grab an early goal, another European horror story beckons for USG.
Atletico Madrid vs Union Saint-Gilloise Odds
*All odds are subject to change
Atletico are huge favourites to claim the win here, priced as short as 1.25. A victory for travelling USG is at long odds of 11.00, while the draw is 6.30.
Atletico Madrid vs Union Saint-Gilloise Betting Tips
Anytime goalscorer – Julian Alvarez @ 1.80
Argentine striker Alvarez has been in superb form in an Atletico jersey this season, tallying eight goals in 11 appearances across all competitions. He scored and registered two assists in the 5-1 win over Eintracht, and will surely be licking his lips at facing USG’s back-line, which has been porous at best in Europe.
Anytime goalscorer – Guiliano Simeone @ 3.00
If you are seeking better odds in the ‘Anytime Scorer’ market, Simeone – son of the Atletico boss – looks a great candidate. The winger has three goals in 2025-26, and was also on target in the victory vs Eintracht, as well as in the 2-0 win at Real Betis.
Both teams to score – No @ 1.77
Atletico have kept three straight clean sheets in La Liga, while USG have failed to score in their previous two Champions League clashes. So the BTTS option here could be great for a combo bet.
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