1. FC Union Berlin vs RB Leipzig, Bundesliga 2020-21 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
1. FC Union Berlin vs RB Leipzig — Bundesliga at Alte Foersterei.
- 1. FC Union Berlin 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
- RB Leipzig 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Frederick Assmuth
- Referee Daniel Schlager
- Referee Sven Waschitzki
- Referee Arno Blos
- Referee Christian Bandurski
- Referee Guido Winkmann
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | VfL Wolfsburg | 34 | 29 |
| 2 | 1. FC Heidenheim 1846 | 34 | 26 |
| 3 | FC St. Pauli 1910 | 34 | 26 |
| 4 | FC Schalke 04 | 0 | 0 |
| 5 | SC Paderborn 07 | 0 | 0 |
| 6 | SV 07 Elversberg | 0 | 0 |
| 7 | FC Bayern München | 0 | 0 |
| 8 | Borussia Dortmund | 0 | 0 |
| 9 | RB Leipzig | 0 | 0 |
| 10 | VfB Stuttgart | 0 | 0 |
| 11 | TSG 1899 Hoffenheim | 0 | 0 |
| 12 | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 0 | 0 |
| 13 | SC Freiburg | 0 | 0 |
| 14 | Eintracht Frankfurt | 0 | 0 |
| 15 | FC Augsburg | 0 | 0 |
| 16 | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 0 | 0 |
| 17 | 1. FC Union Berlin | 0 | 0 |
| 18 | Borussia Mönchengladbach | 0 | 0 |
| 19 | Hamburger SV | 0 | 0 |
| 20 | 1. FC Köln | 0 | 0 |
| 21 | SV Werder Bremen | 0 | 0 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 May | RB Leipzig | H | 2–1 | W |
| 15 May | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | A | 1–1 | D |
| 08 May | VfL Wolfsburg | A | 0–3 | L |
| 24 Apr | SV Werder Bremen | H | 3–1 | W |
| 21 Apr | Borussia Dortmund | A | 0–2 | L |
| 17 Apr | VfB Stuttgart | H | 2–1 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 May | 1. FC Union Berlin | A | 1–2 | L |
| 16 May | VfL Wolfsburg | H | 2–2 | D |
| 13 May | Borussia Dortmund | H | 1–4 | L |
| 08 May | Borussia Dortmund | A | 2–3 | L |
| 30 Apr | SV Werder Bremen | A | 2–1 | W |
| 25 Apr | VfB Stuttgart | H | 2–0 | W |
Season Stats
| 1. FC Union Berlin | RB Leipzig | |
|---|---|---|
| #17 | Position | #9 |
| 0 | Points | 0 |
| 0 | Played | 0 |
| 0 / 0 / 0 | W / D / L | 0 / 0 / 0 |
| 0 | Scored | 0 |
| 0 | Conceded | 0 |
| +0 | GD | +0 |
| – | PPG | – |
| – | Win % | – |
Key Stats
60%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (15 games)
H2H (15 games)
73%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
1. FC Union Berlin are 17th (0 pts). RB Leipzig are 9th (0 pts).
Events
Match Events
- 0' Both captains have shaken hands and the referee is ready. We are underway at Alte Foersterei!
- 5' 1. FC Union Berlin are keeping things exceptionally tight at the back. It will take something special to break them down.
- 10' named a earlier, and opted for a in response. A fascinating tactical duel is developing.
- 15' The teams are not in a rush to score plenty of goals. It might look strange considering 1. FC Union Berlin that had 435 games and scored 363 goals.
- 20' While there is no rush on the pitch, let’s have a look at some stats. Willi Orban made 513 appearances and scored 30 goals. He is very likely to score a goal today.
- 25' The referee does not hesitate — a Yellow card for Marcel Sabitzer on 25 minutes.
- 30' Players seem to put ease on their energy level Spectators hardly appreciate such approach. Teams need to speed up the tempo.
- 35' RB Leipzig is showing some good football. However, RB Leipzig are ready to play back every minute. It might result in some problems for the home side. The game will hardly remain goalless.
- 40' The energy levels are beginning to show. Julian Nagelsmann might look to freshen things up shortly.
- 45' The clock is ticking and both teams know a goal could change everything at this point.
- 50' 1. FC Union Berlin are deployed in a today, looking to exploit space against RB Leipzig's shape.
- 53' Christopher Trimmel is having his name booked by the referee on 53.
- 54' The supporters are chanting for Yussuf Poulsen. He replaces Emil Forsberg on 54 minute.
- 55' What a strike from Justin Kluivert! The score is 0-1.
- 58' Fresh legs for 1. FC Union Berlin! Taiwo Awoniyi comes on to replace Petar Musa.
- 63' RB Leipzig started playing very sharply right from the kick off. However, it slowed down the tempo rapidly by 63.
- 64' Cedric Teuchert is ready to make an impact after coming on for Marcus Ingvartsen at the 64 minute mark.
- 67' GOAL! Marvin Friedrich scores on 67. Assisted by Christopher Trimmel
- 68' The crowd applauds Justin Kluivert as he leaves the pitch. Konrad Laimer steps in for RB Leipzig.
- 73' 1. FC Union Berlin seems to be on a short break. The game is mainly concentrated in the center. It’s high time they got back to action. Otherwise, it looks like a goalless game.
- 76' The referee has no hesitation. Nico Schlotterbeck is booked for 1. FC Union Berlin — Yellow card on 76.
- 81' Julian Ryerson is a natural and has been asked to do a very specific job for RB Leipzig tonight.
- 82' 1. FC Union Berlin ring the changes. Julian Ryerson has done his job and it is now time for Marius Bulter to step up.
- 85' Alexander Sorloth is ready to make an impact after coming on for Kevin Kampl at the 85 minute mark.
- 90' A tactical chess match is unfolding here. The question is which manager blinks first.
- Hope, you loved the show. Another epic battle is over with the score 2-1.
Lineups
1. FC Union Berlin Lineups
Starting XI
- 10
- 1
- 31
-
34
Christian Gentner ↓ Keita Endo 64'
- 25
- 5
- 28
-
6
Julian Ryerson ↓ Marius Bulter 82'
- 32
- 4
-
24
Petar Musa ↓ Taiwo Awoniyi 58'
Bench
-
27
Sheraldo Becker ↑ 82'
-
36
Cedric Teuchert ↑ 64'
- 7
- 33
- 23
-
15
Marius Bulter ↑ 82'
- 20
-
18
Keita Endo ↑ 64'
-
14
Taiwo Awoniyi ↑ 58'
Coach
Urs Fischer
RB Leipzig Lineups
Starting XI
- 11
-
10
Emil Forsberg ↓ Yussuf Poulsen 54'
- 16
- 4
- 23
- 5
-
44
Kevin Kampl ↓ Alexander Sorloth 85'
- 7
-
21
Justin Kluivert ↓ Konrad Laimer 68'
- 8
- 33
Bench
-
19
Alexander Sorloth ↑ 85'
- 39
-
18
Christopher Nkunku ↑ 54'
- 13
-
9
Yussuf Poulsen ↑ 54'
-
22
Nordi Mukiele ↑ 85'
- 6
-
27
Konrad Laimer ↑ 68'
- 37
Coach
Julian Nagelsmann
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Timo Werner | 3 |
| Yussuf Poulsen | 3 |
| Benjamin Sesko | 3 |
| Sheraldo Becker | 3 |
| Marcel Sabitzer | 2 |
| Emil Forsberg | 2 |
| Christopher Nkunku | 2 |
| Taiwo Awoniyi | 1 |
Head to Head
1. FC Union Berlin Form
2021-05-22
1. FC Union Berlin
2–1
RB Leipzig
W
2021-05-15
Bayer 04 Leverkusen
1–1
1. FC Union Berlin
D
2021-05-08
VfL Wolfsburg
3–0
1. FC Union Berlin
L
2021-04-24
1. FC Union Berlin
3–1
SV Werder Bremen
W
2021-04-21
Borussia Dortmund
2–0
1. FC Union Berlin
L
2021-04-17
1. FC Union Berlin
2–1
VfB Stuttgart
W
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
2 / 4
0.84
1. FC Union Berlin xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
0.86
RB Leipzig xG
I would bet for:
Under 2.5 goals 75% + 1. FC Union Berlin or Draw 70%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: 1. FC Union Berlin win
Both Teams to Score
✗ Wrong
Avg goals/match: 1.7
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✗ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 79% |
|
21% |
| ± 1.5 | 51% |
|
49% |
| ± 2.5 | 25% |
|
75% |
| ± 3.5 | 10% |
|
90% |
| ± 4.5 | 4% |
|
96% |
Double Chance
1. FC Union Berlin or Draw
70%
Draw or RB Leipzig
63%
1. FC Union Berlin or RB Leipzig
66%
Half-Time Result
✓ CorrectActual: Draw at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
0 – 0
20.8%
1 – 1
14.2%
0 – 1
14.1%
1 – 0
13.9%
0 – 2
6.3%
2 – 0
6.1%
1 – 2
5.6%
2 – 1
Actual
2 – 2
2.5%
0 – 3
1.8%
3 – 0
1.7%
1 – 3
1.6%
Asian Handicap — 1. FC Union Berlin
| Handicap | 1. FC Union Berlin covers | Push | RB Leipzig covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 3% | — | 97% |
| -2 | 3% | 8% | 90% |
| -1.5 | 10% | — | 90% |
| -1 | 10% | 20% | 69% |
| -0.5 | 31% | — | 69% |
| +0.5 | 69% | — | 31% |
| +1 | 69% | 21% | 11% |
| +1.5 | 89% | — | 11% |
| +2 | 89% | 8% | 3% |
| +2.5 | 97% | — | 3% |
Clean Sheet
1. FC Union Berlin keeps clean sheet
43%
✓
RB Leipzig keeps clean sheet
43%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.