RB Leipzig vs 1. FC Union Berlin, Bundesliga 2021-22 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
RB Leipzig vs 1. FC Union Berlin — Bundesliga at Red Bull Arena Leipzig.
- RB Leipzig 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
- 1. FC Union Berlin 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Jan Neitzel
- Referee Daniel Schlager
- Referee Sven Waschitzki
- Referee Arno Blos
- Referee Johann Pfeifer
- Referee Markus Schmidt
- Referee Holger Henschel
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Apr | 1. FC Union Berlin | H | 1–2 | L |
| 20 Apr | 1. FC Union Berlin | H | 2–1 | W |
| 17 Apr | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | A | 1–0 | W |
| 14 Apr | Atalanta BC | A | 2–0 | W |
| 10 Apr | TSG 1899 Hoffenheim | H | 3–0 | W |
| 07 Apr | Atalanta BC | H | 1–1 | D |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Apr | RB Leipzig | A | 2–1 | W |
| 20 Apr | RB Leipzig | A | 1–2 | L |
| 17 Apr | Eintracht Frankfurt | H | 2–0 | W |
| 09 Apr | Hertha BSC | A | 4–1 | W |
| 01 Apr | 1. FC Köln | H | 1–0 | W |
| 19 Mar | FC Bayern München | A | 0–4 | L |
Season Stats
| RB Leipzig | 1. FC Union Berlin | |
|---|---|---|
| #9 | Position | #17 |
| 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
RB Leipzig are 9th (0 pts). 1. FC Union Berlin are 17th (0 pts).
Events
Match Events
- 0' Packed stands, loud atmosphere — RB Leipzig and 1. FC Union Berlin get this one started.
- 5' 1. FC Union Berlin have won 363 goals from 435 games. They will be desperate to add to that tally today.
- 10' The clock is ticking and both teams know a goal could change everything at this point.
- 15' named a earlier, and opted for a in response. A fascinating tactical duel is developing.
- 20' 1. FC Union Berlin come into this ranked in Array. They desperately need points to push themselves up the standings.
- 25' The 28-year-old Paul Jaeckel has been sensational this season — 0 goals and 0 assists is a remarkable return.
- 30' 1. FC Union Berlin are keeping things exceptionally tight at the back. It will take something special to break them down.
- 35' France international Nordi Mukiele has been a key figure this campaign — 0 goals and 0 assists in the Array this season.
- 40' 1. FC Union Berlin fans have not had much to celebrate tonight. Their side is struggling to get forward.
- 45' RB Leipzig currently sit in the Array table. A result here could be decisive in the race for the top positions.
- 46' RB Leipzig is taking the lead after the goal scored by Yussuf Poulsen on 46.
- 51' The home supporters are growing impatient. RB Leipzig must find a spark to ignite this game.
- 56' The referee has had an easy afternoon — neither side has been overly physical in the tackle.
- 61' RB Leipzig is defending very well tonight not leaving a chance for their rivals to get through for a goal.
- 63' The RB Leipzig manager makes a substitution. Emil Forsberg departs to be replaced by Dani Olmo.
- 64' Konrad Laimer is replacing Kevin Kampl for the RB Leipzig side.
- 68' Andreas Voglsammer has so much to prove this time. He replaces Andras Schafer on 68 minute.
- 73' Both keepers have barely been tested. RB Leipzig and 1. FC Union Berlin are cancelling each other out in the centre of the park.
- 75' The whistle greets Christopher Nkunku as he departs to be replaced by Dominik Szoboszlai.
- 76' The 1. FC Union Berlin bench stirs into life. Christopher Trimmel is withdrawn and Julian Ryerson gets his opportunity.
- 81' The energy levels are beginning to show. Urs Fischer might look to freshen things up shortly.
- 83' Benjamin Henrichs is ready to make an impact after coming on for Nordi Mukiele at the 83 minute mark.
- 85' The crowd applauds Taiwo Awoniyi as he leaves the pitch. Kevin Behrens steps in for 1. FC Union Berlin.
- 86' The deadlock is broken! Sven Michel gets on the scoresheet on 86 minutes.
- 86' The 1. FC Union Berlin bench stirs into life. Taiwo Awoniyi is withdrawn and Kevin Behrens gets his opportunity.
- 87' Controversy at the stadium! Dani Olmo argues furiously but the Yellow card stands.
- 89' Sensational shot from Kevin Behrens. 1. FC Union Berlin is back in the lead.
- 90' The referee has no hesitation. Kevin Behrens is booked for 1. FC Union Berlin — Yellow card on 90.
- The points are shared — RB Leipzig 1-2 1. FC Union Berlin. Honours even.
Lineups
RB Leipzig Lineups
Starting XI
- 3
- 18
-
9
Yussuf Poulsen ↓ Andre Silva 64'
-
10
Emil Forsberg ↓ Dani Olmo 63'
- 22
- 1
- 4
- 23
-
44
Kevin Kampl ↓ Konrad Laimer 63'
- 14
- 2
Bench
-
39
Benjamin Henrichs ↑ 83'
- 13
-
27
Konrad Laimer ↑ 63'
-
33
Andre Silva ↑ 64'
-
25
Dani Olmo ↑ 63'
-
17
Dominik Szoboszlai ↑ 75'
- 32
- 31
- 38
Coach
Domenico Tedesco
1. FC Union Berlin Lineups
Starting XI
- 27
- 8
- 31
-
33
Dominique Heintz ↓ Sven Michel 86'
- 19
- 28
- 21
- 3
- 23
-
14
Taiwo Awoniyi ↓ Kevin Behrens 85'
- 13
Bench
- 30
- 1
- 7
- 24
-
20
Bastian Oczipka ↑ 76'
-
6
Julian Ryerson ↑ 76'
-
9
Andreas Voglsammer ↑ 68'
-
17
Kevin Behrens ↑ 85'
-
10
Sven Michel ↑ 86'
Coach
Urs Fischer
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 |
| Lukas Klostermann | 1 |
Head to Head
RB Leipzig Form
1. FC Union Berlin Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
1 / 4
0.79
RB Leipzig xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
0.76
1. FC Union Berlin xG
I would bet for:
Under 2.5 goals 79% + RB Leipzig or Draw 70%
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: 1. FC Union Berlin win
Both Teams to Score
✗ Wrong
Avg goals/match: 1.55
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✗ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 76% |
|
24% |
| ± 1.5 | 46% |
|
54% |
| ± 2.5 | 21% |
|
79% |
| ± 3.5 | 8% |
|
92% |
| ± 4.5 | 3% |
|
97% |
Double Chance
RB Leipzig or Draw
70%
Draw or 1. FC Union Berlin
67%
RB Leipzig or 1. FC Union Berlin
64%
Half-Time Result
✓ CorrectActual: Draw at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
0 – 0
23.9%
1 – 0
15.2%
0 – 1
14.5%
1 – 1
13.8%
2 – 0
6.2%
0 – 2
5.6%
2 – 1
5%
1 – 2
Actual
2 – 2
2.1%
3 – 0
1.6%
0 – 3
1.4%
3 – 1
1.4%
Asian Handicap — RB Leipzig
| Handicap | RB Leipzig covers | Push | 1. FC Union Berlin covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 2% | — | 98% |
| -2 | 2% | 8% | 90% |
| -1.5 | 10% | — | 90% |
| -1 | 10% | 21% | 69% |
| -0.5 | 31% | — | 69% |
| +0.5 | 71% | — | 29% |
| +1 | 71% | 20% | 9% |
| +1.5 | 91% | — | 9% |
| +2 | 91% | 7% | 2% |
| +2.5 | 98% | — | 2% |
Clean Sheet
RB Leipzig keeps clean sheet
47%
✓
1. FC Union Berlin keeps clean sheet
46%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.

