Club Brugge kicked off their UEFA Champions League campaign with a statement 4-1 victory over AS Monaco on September 19, 2025. This emphatic win at the Jan Breydel Stadium announced Brugge's intentions in a tough group and provided a dream start. The home side exploded out of the blocks, scoring twice in the opening fifteen minutes to stun the French visitors. Monaco pulled a goal back before halftime to give themselves hope, but Brugge extinguished any chance of a comeback with two more goals in a dominant second-half display. The match showcased Brugge's attacking verve and high-pressing game, which Monaco struggled to cope with throughout. This result immediately put Club Brugge at the top of the group table and served notice that they would be a formidable opponent for anyone at their home fortress.