Royale Union Saint-Gilloise is a football club based in Forest, Belgium, Belgium. It was founded in 1897. The club plays at Stade Joseph Mariën (9,512 capacity).

Royale Union Saint-Gilloise ( French : [y.njɔ̃ sɛ̃.ʒil.waz] ⓘ ), also known as Union Saint-Gilloise , Union SG , USG , RUSG or simply Union , is a Belgian professional football club from Brussels based in Forest . Founded in 1897 in the neighbouring Saint-Gilles , the club has played its home matches at the historic Joseph Marien Stadium since the 1920s. One of the most successful clubs in Belgian football history, Union won eleven national titles between 1904 and 1935, dominating the domestic game before World War II . From 1933 to 1935, they went 60 league matches unbeaten—a national record that still stands.


Club information
  • Full name: Royale Union Saint-Gilloise
  • League: Belgian Pro League (Belgium)
  • Division level: 1
  • Founded: 1897
  • City: Forest, Belgium
  • Manager: David Hubert
  • League titles: 12
  • Avg. attendance: 7423
Current stadium
Stade Joseph Mariën
Stade Joseph Mariën

City: Forest, Belgium

Capacity: 9512

Built: 1915

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Royale Union Saint-Gilloise from?

Royale Union Saint-Gilloise is based in Forest, Belgium, Belgium.

What stadium does Royale Union Saint-Gilloise play at?

Royale Union Saint-Gilloise plays at Stade Joseph Mariën. Its capacity is 9,512.

When was Royale Union Saint-Gilloise founded?

Royale Union Saint-Gilloise was founded in 1897.

How many league titles has Royale Union Saint-Gilloise won?

Royale Union Saint-Gilloise has won 12 domestic league titles.


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