Royale Union Saint-Gilloise

Royale Union Saint-Gilloise is a Belgian professional football club based in Forest, Brussels, but named after the nearby municipality of Saint-Gilles.

Royale Union Saint-Gilloise is a historic Belgian football club based in Forest, Brussels, with 12 national titles by 2025. Founded in 1897, it dominated pre-World War II football and returned to top-flight prominence in the 2020s.

History and background

Founded on 1 November 1897 in Saint-Gilles, the club quickly rose to become a powerhouse. It won 11 Belgian championships before 1935, including an unbeaten run of 60 league matches from 1933 to 1935. After decades away from the top level, Union returned to the Belgian Pro League and secured its 12th title in 2025.

Stadium and identity

The club has played at Joseph Marien Stadium since the 1920s, a 9,400-capacity ground in Forest. Its colours are yellow and blue. Though named after Saint-Gilles, the club is located in Forest, Brussels. Union is affiliated with the Royal Belgian Football Association under number 10.

Honours and recent success

Union won 11 Belgian championships between 1904 and 1935, plus a 12th in 2025. The club also holds the domestic record for the longest unbeaten streak (60 matches). In recent years, it has re-established itself in the Belgian Pro League and competes in European competitions.