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 34 games · 65 pts (2025/26)
- 1. FC Union Berlin 34 games · 39 pts (2025/26)
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 | FC Bayern München | 34 | 89 |
| 2 | Borussia Dortmund | 34 | 73 |
| 3 | RB Leipzig | 34 | 65 |
| 4 | VfB Stuttgart | 34 | 62 |
| 5 | TSG 1899 Hoffenheim | 34 | 61 |
| 6 | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 34 | 59 |
| 7 | SC Freiburg | 34 | 47 |
| 8 | Eintracht Frankfurt | 34 | 44 |
| 9 | FC Augsburg | 34 | 43 |
| 10 | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 34 | 40 |
| 11 | 1. FC Union Berlin | 34 | 39 |
| 12 | Borussia Monchengladbach | 34 | 38 |
| 13 | Hamburger SV | 34 | 38 |
| 14 | 1. FC Koln | 34 | 32 |
| 15 | SV Werder Bremen | 34 | 32 |
| 16 | VfL Wolfsburg | 34 | 29 |
| 17 | 1. FC Heidenheim 1846 | 34 | 26 |
| 18 | FC St. Pauli 1910 | 34 | 26 |
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 Koln | H | 1–0 | W |
| 19 Mar | FC Bayern München | A | 0–4 | L |
Season Stats
| RB Leipzig | 1. FC Union Berlin | |
|---|---|---|
| #3 | Position | #11 |
| 65 | Points | 39 |
| 34 | Played | 34 |
| 20 / 5 / 9 | W / D / L | 10 / 9 / 15 |
| 66 | Scored | 44 |
| 47 | Conceded | 58 |
| +19 | GD | -14 |
| 1.91 | PPG | 1.15 |
| 59% | Win % | 29% |
Key Stats
60%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (15 games)
H2H (15 games)
73%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
32%
Clean Sheets
RB Leipzig this season
RB Leipzig this season
21%
Clean Sheets
1. FC Union Berlin this season
1. FC Union Berlin this season
RB Leipzig are 3rd (65 pts). 1. FC Union Berlin are 11th (39 pts).
Goal Timing (This Season)
RB Leipzig
0-15
1/–
16-30
3/3
31-45
2/2
46-60
2/1
61-75
2/1
76+
3/5
■ Scored ■ Conceded
1. FC Union Berlin
0-15
1/2
16-30
–/3
31-45
2/2
46-60
2/2
61-75
2/2
76+
6/1
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Events
Match Events
- 0' Packed stands, loud atmosphere — RB Leipzig and 1. FC Union Berlin get this one started.
- 5' The referee has had an easy afternoon — neither side has been overly physical in the tackle.
- 10' Frederik Ronnow has certainly something to prove this evening. He made 42 appearances with only 0 goals this season.
- 15' The midfield battle is intense right now. Both RB Leipzig and 1. FC Union Berlin are fighting for every inch of the pitch.
- 20' RB Leipzig are keeping things exceptionally tight at the back. It will take something special to break them down.
- 25' 1. FC Union Berlin is showing some good football. However, 1. FC Union Berlin are ready to play back every minute. It might result in some problems for the home side. The game will hardly remain goalless.
- 30' RB Leipzig currently sit in the Array table. A result here could be decisive in the race for the top positions.
- 35' 1. FC Union Berlin is defending very well tonight not leaving a chance for their rivals to get through for a goal.
- 40' 1. FC Union Berlin have won 363 goals from 435 games. They will be desperate to add to that tally today.
- 45' named a earlier, and opted for a in response. A fascinating tactical duel is developing.
- 46' Magnificent from Yussuf Poulsen! That is 70 goals in 513 appearances — and it could not have come at a better time.
- 51' A quiet spell here at Red Bull Arena Leipzig. RB Leipzig seem content sitting deep and soaking up pressure.
- 56' Supporters expect more eagerness from Angelino, as he is very good at scoring at Red Bull Arena Leipzig with 3 goals in the last 3 games.
- 61' While there is no rush on the pitch, let’s have a look at some stats. Andras Schafer made 418 appearances and scored 5 goals. He is very likely to score a goal today.
- 63' A change in the RB Leipzig ranks — Emil Forsberg exits the field as Dani Olmo enters on 63.
- 64' RB Leipzig ring the changes. Kevin Kampl has done his job and it is now time for Konrad Laimer to step up.
- 68' It is a substitution in 1. FC Union Berlin team. Andras Schafer is replaced by Andreas Voglsammer on 68 minute.
- 73' The Array continues to deliver drama. Both RB Leipzig and 1. FC Union Berlin are desperate not to drop points on matchday .
- 75' Time for substitution for RB Leipzig. Christopher Nkunku is replaced by Dominik Szoboszlai.
- 76' Fresh legs for 1. FC Union Berlin! Julian Ryerson comes on to replace Christopher Trimmel.
- 81' Matchday of the Array and both teams know exactly what is at stake tonight.
- 83' The crowd applauds Nordi Mukiele as he leaves the pitch. Benjamin Henrichs steps in for RB Leipzig.
- 85' The 1. FC Union Berlin bench stirs into life. Taiwo Awoniyi is withdrawn and Kevin Behrens gets his opportunity.
- 86' Magnificent from Sven Michel! That is 27 goals in 316 appearances — and it could not have come at a better time.
- 86' The crowd applauds Taiwo Awoniyi as he leaves the pitch. Kevin Behrens steps in for 1. FC Union Berlin.
- 87' It’s gonna be a Yellow card for Dani Olmo.
- 89' Clinical. Composed. Brilliant. Kevin Behrens makes it 1-2.
- 90' The referee has no hesitation. Kevin Behrens is booked for 1. FC Union Berlin — Yellow card on 90.
- Another three points for 1. FC Union Berlin.
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 |
| Taiwo Awoniyi | 1 |
Head to Head
RB Leipzig Form
1. FC Union Berlin Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.97
RB Leipzig xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.29
1. FC Union Berlin xG
I would bet for:
Both teams to score 62% + Over 2.5 goals 62%
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: 1. FC Union Berlin win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 3.26
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 95% |
|
5% |
| ± 1.5 | 83% |
|
17% |
| ± 2.5 | 62% |
|
38% |
| ± 3.5 | 41% |
|
59% |
| ± 4.5 | 23% |
|
77% |
Double Chance
RB Leipzig or Draw
73%
Draw or 1. FC Union Berlin
52%
RB Leipzig or 1. FC Union Berlin
75%
Half-Time Result
✓ CorrectActual: Draw at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
10.6%
2 – 1
9.3%
2 – 0
7.4%
1 – 0
6.9%
1 – 2
Actual
3 – 1
6.1%
2 – 2
5.9%
0 – 0
5.4%
3 – 0
4.8%
0 – 1
4.2%
3 – 2
3.9%
0 – 2
3.2%
Asian Handicap — RB Leipzig
| Handicap | RB Leipzig covers | Push | 1. FC Union Berlin covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 15% | — | 85% |
| -2 | 15% | 16% | 69% |
| -1.5 | 31% | — | 69% |
| -1 | 31% | 21% | 48% |
| -0.5 | 52% | — | 48% |
| +0.5 | 76% | — | 24% |
| +1 | 76% | 14% | 10% |
| +1.5 | 90% | — | 10% |
| +2 | 90% | 7% | 4% |
| +2.5 | 96% | — | 4% |
Clean Sheet
RB Leipzig keeps clean sheet
28%
✓
1. FC Union Berlin keeps clean sheet
15%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.