Inter Milan secured a dominant 4-0 win away at Union St Gilloise in Brussels. From their first strike they controlled the tempo, limited the hosts’ chances, and built a lead they maintained without serious pressure against them.
Goals And Key Moments
The scoring opened in the 41st minute when Denzel Dumfries finished a corner with a sharp shot into the net. Just before half-time, Lautaro Martínez made it 2-0 with a powerful effort from 15 yards. Early in the second half, Hakan Çalhanoglu converted a penalty awarded after a handball in the box. Later in the 76th minut,e Francesco Esposito netted his first Champions League goal to seal the win.
Exploring the First Half
In the first half Inter’s players displayed rhythm and precision. Union St Gilloise struggled to retain the ball and rarely threatened the goal. With each passing minute, it became clear that the Belgium side were chasing the game. Inter imposed their style, pressed high and broke when openings appeared.
Dominance After the Break
Following the interval, Inter stayed consistent. The hosts never found traction. Union created few clear chances and often mis-controlled transitions. Meanwhile, Inter continued to hone their advantage, kept discipline and made sure the third goal killed the contest. The fourth goal confirmed the fault-lines in Union’s defence.
Implications For Both Teams
For Inter the result increases their lead in the Champions League group and adds momentum at a crucial phase. They now have nine points from three matches and sit in strong position. For Union St Gilloise the defeat is a sharp blow. Their home form falters and they remain on three points. They must bounce back quickly or risk sliding further.
What To Watch Next
Inter will look to carry this performance into the next fixtures and show they are genuine contenders. They must maintain focus and consistency, especially in tougher matches. Union must regroup without delay. They will need to fix defensive errors, restore confidence and hope for a change of fortune in away matches.
Conclusion
Inter Milan’s 4-0 victory over Union St Gilloise demonstrates their experience, tactical discipline and finishing ability. The hosts were unable to handle the pressure and were punished at key moments. As the Champions League group stage progresses, this win strengthens Inter’s position and puts serious questions over Union’s ability to compete at this level.
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