Raul Florucz shines early for Union with brace against Bodø/Glimt

Union striker Raul Florucz (25) has begun the 2026‑27 campaign in spectacular fashion, netting a brace against Bodø/Glimt in August – mirroring his explosive start from the previous season. The Austrian forward’s early impact fuels Union’s ambitions in the Champions League race.

Augustus moet zijn favoriete maand zijn, as Union’s own reports note. The striker’s form this year echoes the way he launched the campaign last season, delivering early goals that set the tone for the club.

This time Florucz produced two "pearls" against Bodø/Glimt, adding a glittering double to his tally. The goals came in quick succession and underscored his knack for decisive moments.

The last goal Florucz scored for Union dated 11 February, coming in the cup semi‑final against Charleroi. That strike remains his most recent knockout‑stage contribution before the current surge.

In the Champions’ Play‑offs he acted only as an invaller, after a calf injury kept him out for a month. Those weeks proved difficult for the Austrian, limiting his involvement in the crucial mini‑tournament.

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He was transferred to Brussels for roughly €5 million, arriving from Olimpija Ljubljana with high expectations. Florucz impressed Union immediately at the end of July and early August, netting three goals in his first two league matches.

However, in the remaining 32 league appearances he managed only five further goals. The dip in output sparked questions about consistency and match‑sharpness.

Florucz said, "I try to go up‑ward and grow as a player and as a person." He also added, "I see myself as an ‘old‑school’ footballer; the crowd should enjoy watching me play." The comments reflect his personal development plan.

Mede dankzij twee goals van Florucz blijft de Champions League‑droom van Union in leven, keeping European hopes alive. The double sparked comparisons with the great Raul of Real Madrid, prompting the rhetorical query about a hidden Raul inside Florucz.

According to Niel Van Essche, sport journalist, the story was highlighted and even featured. The coverage underscores the growing attention on Florucz’s early-season resurgence.