Union Saint-Gilloise claimed provisional top spot in the Jupiler Pro League table after defeating Royal Charleroi SC 3-2 at the Stade du Pays de Charleroi on Saturday, September 5, 2026. According to match reports from Sporza, the victory ended Charleroi’s perfect four-game winning streak to start the domestic campaign, lifting Union to 13 points from five matches.
Union Saint-Gilloise Ends Charleroi’s Unbeaten Run
Early Blunders Spark Five-Goal Thriller in Wallonia
The fixture delivered an eventful five-goal encounter in Wallonia.
Union broke the deadlock after 12 minutes when Charleroi goalkeeper Mohamed Koné failed to properly handle a shot from Adem Zorgane, allowing the visitors to seize an early advantage.
Charleroi Firing Back Before the Break
Charleroi responded swiftly to the setback.
Union refused to trail for long.
Right before halftime, Zorgane—a former Charleroi midfielder—scored against his old club with a powerful strike from the edge of the penalty area, sending both sides into the locker rooms level at 2-2.
Promise David Delivers the Second-Half Winner
The decisive moment arrived shortly after the restart.
Resolute Defense Secures Provisional First Place
Despite late pressure from the hosts, Union defended resolutely to preserve their advantage. The Brussels-based side displayed superior efficiency after the interval, protecting their lead while Charleroi squandered opportunities to secure an equalizer.
The result leaves Union undefeated in the early stages of the league season and vaults them over the previous league leaders into first place. Charleroi suffers their first defeat of the campaign, halting their early-season momentum.
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