Union St. Gilloise overcame Cercle Brugge in a win on Saturday, 3x1, relating to matchweek 1 of Jupiler Pro League . In this competition, Luka Elsner's team had their first game in the competition., and Laurent Guyot's team came from three defeats. Youssoufou Niakaté with a superb display.
In the 26th minute, Faïz Selemani opened the score for Union St. Gilloise, from the penalty spot. After 45 minutes, Luka Elsner's team increased their lead with a goal from Youssoufou Niakaté.
With 48 minutes on the clock, Gianni Bruno fired home for Cercle Brugge, assisted by Serge Gakpé. In the 82nd minute, Youssoufou Niakaté wrapped things up, assisted by Faïz Selemani. With this goal, Youssoufou Niakaté reached the landmark of five goals this season.
. With regard to the next fixture, Union St. Gilloise visit RE Mouscron, while Cercle Brugge will play at home against Zulte Waregem.