Union Saint-Gilloise strengthened their title credentials with a crucial 2-1 home win over Racing Genk in the Belgian Pro League on March 8, 2026. The match at the Stade Joseph Marien lived up to its billing as a top-of-the-table clash, with the hosts emerging victorious in a tense battle. Union SG took the lead early in the second half, only for Genk to equalize almost immediately. The game looked headed for a draw until a moment of magic from a Union forward won it late on, sending the home supporters into delirium. The victory allowed Union Saint-Gilloise to open up a gap at the summit of the league table, dealing a direct blow to one of their main rivals. The Union coach hailed it as a statement win, while the Genk manager conceded his side was beaten by a moment of individual brilliance in a very even contest.