UCL: Club Brugge Thrash Monaco 4-1 in Champions League Opener

Club Brugge gets off to a flying start in Champions League

Club Brugge dominated Monaco in their Champions League opener. The Belgians got their Champions League campaign off to a flying start with a convincing 4-1 win over Monaco.

The final blow for Adi Hutter's men came in the form of a convincing defeat, despite Ansu Fati's late consolation goal...

Club Brugge got their UEFA Champions League campaign off to a flying start with a 4-1 thrashing of Monaco. The Belgians dominated the match, with a first-half blitz that saw them take control from the outset.

Club Brugge started strongly, with Carlos Forbs displaying his power and pace to breach the Monaco defense. Although Christos Tzolis's effort was agonizingly wide, the Belgian side continued to dominate the early moments.

However, the Belgian side were left incensed when Monaco were awarded a penalty on their first foray forward, just eight minutes into the game. Despite this setback, Club Brugge maintained their intensity and went on to secure a convincing victory.

A well-executed team move led to a penalty opportunity for the home side, with Mika Biereth being fouled in the box by Simon Mignolet. However, the veteran goalkeeper made an impressive save on Maghnes Akliouche's penalty attempt, showcasing his exceptional reflexes.

Mignolet's heroics were soon overshadowed by an injury that forced him off the field after a routine save. Despite this setback, the home team took control of the match and dominated the remainder of the first half. They created multiple scoring opportunities, with Nicolo Tresoldi having several chances before finally breaking through.

Tresoldi scored his first UCL goal in the 32nd minute, capitalizing on a precise pass from Hans Vanaken. He finished the chance with aplomb, marking a memorable debut in the Champions League.

The Belgians extended their lead just minutes later when Monaco's defense failed to clear a corner, allowing Raphael Onyedika to score with a powerful shot. Hans Vanaken further solidified Brugge's advantage with a stunning volley from inside the box, giving the home side a comfortable 3-0 lead at halftime.

With a three-goal cushion, Brugge eased off in the second half, allowing Monaco to struggle for opportunities. Although Aleksandar Stankovic's header came close to adding a fourth, it sailed narrowly wide.

Monaco's fortunes didn't improve until the final 15 minutes when Mamadou Diakhon scored with a clever dummy and shot following a swift counterattack. Despite the late goal, Brugge's lead remained secure, and they went on to win the match 4-1.

The final blow for Adi Hutter's men came in the form of a convincing defeat, despite Ansu Fati's late consolation goal. Monaco will look to bounce back from this loss when they face their next challenge. However, their upcoming fixture against Club Brugge in the Champions League will be a major test.

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Club Brugge, on the other hand, has started their UCL campaign on a high note, remaining unbeaten in seven home games with six wins and one draw. Their next challenge will be an away trip to Atalanta on September 30, 2025. Previously, Brugge thrashed Glasgow Rangers 6-0 and 3-1 in their qualifying matches.