It will be a special run for Union Saint-Gilloise in the UEFA Europa League for the second season in a row, and their players did not hesitate to share their joy to face one of the biggest clubs in Europe after Friday's draw.
The team was not able to follow the pairings made by UEFA as they were about to take a trip, but word got out soon regarding the clubs they will be facing in the group stage of the competition. The team's Community Manager did not hesitate to share the reaction of the team's players, which went viral almost immediately.
— Royale Union Saint-Gilloise (@UnionStGilloise) September 1, 2023
The match will be even more special for Kevin Mac Allister, who is already speaking of the encounter he will experience with his famous brother Alexis, one of Liverpool's signings for this season.
Mac Allister brothers set to reunite #UELdraw pic.twitter.com/SVTAFxszUk
— UEFA Europa League (@EuropaLeague) September 1, 2023
The Argentine center back even shared on social media some words he had with his brother hours prior to the draw, which show how emotional the encounter will be.
"I told you yesterday! It doesn't matter how the games end, the experience of facing you in one of the best venues in world football will be quite special and something for the ages. See you soon, bro!"
Te lo dije ayer!!
— Kevin Mac Allister (@KMacallister30) September 1, 2023
Mas alla del resultado, la experiencia de enfrentarte en uno de los mas lindos escenarios del futbol sera muy especial y para toda la vida.
See you soon bro @alemacallister https://t.co/p9mqiaclxB