Atlético Madrid bounced back in the Champions League on November 4, 2025, with a hard-fought 3-1 victory against Belgian side Union Saint-Gilloise at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano.

Despite facing a well-organized and energetic opponent, Diego Simeone’s team showed experience and composure when it mattered most. Julián Álvarez opened the scoring just before halftime with a clinical finish after an excellent run and assist from Giuliano Simeone.

The second half remained tense as Union Saint-Gilloise continued to threaten on the counterattack. Atlético finally gained breathing room in the 72nd minute when Conor Gallagher scored with a powerful strike following a defensive clearance mistake from the visitors.

However, the Belgian side refused to give up, and Ross Sykes pulled one back in the 80th minute to create a nervy ending at the Metropolitano. As Union pushed forward searching for an equalizer, Marcos Llorente sealed the match deep into stoppage time with a decisive counterattacking goal.

The win gave Atlético Madrid an important three points in the Champions League league phase and restored confidence after recent European setbacks. Julián Álvarez, Pablo Barrios, and Giuliano Simeone were among the standout performers on another emotional European night in Madrid.