Union Saint-Gilloise vs Inter Milan: where to watch live, time, and lineups for the Champions League match

Inter Milan takes on Union Saint-Gilloise this Tuesday, October 21, at 4:00 PM (Brasília time), in the third round of the Champions League league phase. The match, held at Lotto Park in Brussels, Belgium, will be broadcast exclusively on HBO Max. The Italian team, riding a streak of six consecutive wins, aims to solidify its spot in the competition’s top four. Meanwhile, the Belgian side, leading their domestic league, looks to upset after mixed results in the European tournament.

The clash promises balance, with Inter relying on their solid defense and attack led by Lautaro Martínez. Union Saint-Gilloise, playing at home, counts on fan support to challenge the visitors. The match will be officiated by Swedish referee Glenn Nyberg, with VAR led by Spain’s Guillermo Cuadra Fernández.

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• Venue: Lotto Park, Brussels, Belgium
• Time: 4:00 PM (Brasília time)
• Broadcast: HBO Max
• Referee: Glenn Nyberg (Sweden)

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Team performances

Union Saint-Gilloise is enjoying a strong season. They lead the Belgian Championship with consistent performances but have one win and one loss in the Champions League, sitting in 20th place. The team relies on Promise David’s attacking flair and Christian Burgess’ defensive strength.

Inter Milan, in top form, is unbeaten in their last six games across all competitions. Sitting second in the Italian Serie A, Cristian Chivu’s side has won both their Champions League matches against Ajax and Slavia Praga, securing a top-four spot.

Expected lineups

Coached by David Hubert, Union Saint-Gilloise is likely to field Kjell Scherpen; Kevin Mac Allister, Christian Burgess, Fedde Leysen; Anan Khalaili, Adem Zorgane, Mathias Rasmussen, Ousseynou Niang; Ait El Hadj, Raul Florucz, and Promise David. Mohammed Fuseini is confirmed out, with no other doubts.

Inter Milan, under Cristian Chivu, should start Yann Sommer; Yann Bisseck, Francesco Acerbi, Alessandro Bastoni; Denzel Dumfries, Petar Sucic, Hakan Calhanoglu, Frattesi, Carlos Augusto; Ange-Yoan Bonny, and Lautaro Martínez. Marcus Thuram and Matteo Darmian are sidelined, with no further doubts.

History and expectations

In the Champions League, Inter Milan has stood out for their consistency, boasting a strong defense and an effective attack led by Lautaro Martínez, who has already scored in the tournament. The Italians won their opening two matches and aim to maintain their group lead.

Union Saint-Gilloise, less experienced in European competitions, has impressed with solid home performances. The Belgian side relies on their cohesion and fast attackers to challenge Inter’s momentum.

This is the first-ever Champions League meeting between the two teams. Expectations are high for a competitive match, with Inter aiming to control possession and Union exploiting counterattacks.

Match details

Lotto Park, with a capacity of around 9,000 fans, will host the game. The Belgian crowd is expected to create a hostile atmosphere to pressure Inter Milan. The match will be closely watched by scouts and analysts, as performance in the league phase is key for advancing to the round of 16.

Union Saint-Gilloise leads the Belgian Championship with 22 points in 11 rounds, while Inter has 17 points in Italy’s Serie A. The Swedish officiating team, led by Glenn Nyberg, is known for its strictness, which may influence the game’s pace.

Where to watch

The exclusive HBO Max broadcast will allow fans to watch the match live with expert commentary and narration. Pre- and post-match coverage will be available on digital platforms, offering detailed analysis and interviews with the coaches.