Union Saint-Gilloise defeated Club Brugge 5-4 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in the Volkswagen Supercup on July 31, 2026, according to match reports. Nicolo Tresoldi opened the scoring for Club Brugge in the 49th minute before Kevin Mac Allister equalized for Union in the 77th minute at the Jan Breydelstadion.
How Union Secured the 2026 Supercup Victory
Union claimed its second Supercup title in three years by maintaining a flawless penalty shootout record. According to match data, both teams converted their initial attempts until Club Brugge newcomer Cheveyo Tsawa missed his spot-kick, allowing Relebohile Mofokeng to convert the decisive penalty via the crossbar. Union trainer David Hubert praised his squad’s defensive organization and mental resilience after trailing in the second half.
Tactical Breakdown and Key Match Moments
The fixture saw minimal goalmouth action during the opening half, though Union’s Raul Florucz struck the goalpost early on, according to match statistics. Club Brugge gained momentum after halftime, resulting in Tresoldi finishing from close range following an initial blocked shot by Sabbe. Despite controlling possession, Club Brugge conceded in the 77th minute when Mac Allister combined with Mohammed Fuseini for a one-two before beating goalkeeper Sommer.
Did you know?
Union Saint-Gilloise previously defeated Club Brugge to win the 2024 Supercup, while Club Brugge remains the competition’s record holder with over 18 titles.
Player Reactions and Managerial Insights
Union captain Kevin Mac Allister highlighted the team’s ambitions for the domestic campaign. “In my first wedstrijd als aanvoerder meteen een trofee in de lucht steken, dat is mooi,” Mac Allister told reporters after lifting the trophy. Trainer David Hubert described Mac Allister as the “exponent of our mentality,” praising the Argentine’s leadership and work rate on the pitch. Meanwhile, Adem Zorgane noted that Union operated at roughly 70 percent of their potential capability following a brief five-week preseason preparation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the 2026 Volkswagen Supercup?
Union Saint-Gilloise won the match after defeating Club Brugge 5-4 on penalties following a 1-1 draw.
Who scored the goals during regulation time?
Nicolo Tresoldi scored for Club Brugge in the 49th minute, while Kevin Mac Allister equalized for Union in the 77th minute.
Why did the match go straight to penalties?
According to the sources, there are no extensions in the Supercup, and thus penalties decided the winner.
What is Union’s next fixture?
Union advances from this victory to prepare for a crucial match against Bodo Glimt in the third qualifying round of the Champions League.
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