The Matchday 2 clash in the 2025/26 Champions League group stage between Union (Belgium) and Newcastle (England) will take place on October 1 at the Constant Vanden Stock Stadium in Brussels. Union vs. Newcastle: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Union
Two weeks ago, the club played its first-ever match in the main tournament of the Champions League, and it was an immediate success as Union defeated PSV 3-1. For the Belgians, this was only their fifth match in the Champions League, including qualifiers, with only one previous victory. The away win in the Netherlands ended a three-match losing streak in European competitions, placing Union in fifth position in the standings.
- The club has scored in regular time in 7 of their last 8 European matches.
- Union's uncompromising run in international tournaments spans 7 matches (5 wins, 2 losses).
- At least 2 goals have been scored in Union's last 6 European games.
Predicted lineup for Union (3-5-2)
Kjell Scherpen – Fedde Leysen, Kevin Mac Allister, Christian Burgess – Anouar Ait El Hadj, Anan Khalaili, Adem Zorgane, Mathias Rasmussen, Ousseynou Niang – Raul Floruc, David Promis.
Forward Raul Floruc has served his suspension. Another attacking player, Mohammed Fuseini, is injured.
Newcastle
The English side started their current Champions League campaign at home but couldn't please the crowd, losing 2-1 to Barcelona. Newcastle was close to a goalless defeat, scoring their only goal in the 90th minute. This extended the club's winless streak in the Champions League to five matches, with four of those ending in defeat. The team is currently 26th in the overall stage standings.
- Newcastle has conceded in their last 6 Champions League matches.
- At least 2 goals have been scored in 5 of the last 6 games for the English side in this tournament.
Predicted lineup for Newcastle (4-3-3)
Nick Pope – Kieran Trippier, Malick Thiaw, Dan Burn, Sven Botman – Joelinton, Bruno Guimarães, Sandro Tonali – Anthony Gordon, Anthony Elanga, Nick Woltemade.
Midfielder Jacob Ramsey and forward Yoane Wissa are recovering from injuries. The participation of defenders Fabian Schär and Valentino Livramento is doubtful.
Referee
Urs Schnyder (Switzerland)
Matches – 10 (International matches, 2024/25–2025/26);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 55;
Average yellow cards per match – 5.5;
Red cards shown – 3;
Average fouls per match – 21;
Penalties – 10%.
Union vs. Newcastle: Match Prediction
In their first Champions League match, Union confidently defeated PSV, conceding only one goal at the 90th minute when the score was already 3-0, effectively sealing the match. The team rarely falters in defense, evidenced by the fact that they have not conceded more than one goal in 8 of their last 10 European matches. This trend has been consistent in 5 of Union's last 6 home games in the Champions League and Europa League.
Newcastle, on the other hand, has not been impressive in attack. Two weeks ago, the club avoided a goalless defeat to Barcelona only with a late goal, and overall, the English side has not scored more than one goal in 6 of their last 7 Champions League matches. Three of these seven games were away, with Newcastle scoring only one goal on the road. Although previously faced with more prestigious opponents, Union is also capable of minimizing errors at their own goal.
Prediction – Newcastle individual total under 1.5
