Everything appears to be heading in the direction of Bayer Leverkusen, while nothing appears to be going in Union Berlin’s way. From the first whistle, there was only one winner in this clash, as Xabi Alonso’s side frequently dismantled Union’s defensive structure with ease. Tactical analysis and match report by Rahul Madhavan. When Bayer Leverkusen […]
Napoli secured three points in a hard-fought battle in the Berlin rain. Both teams lacked attacking quality, but on balance, Union Berlin were marginally the better team. However, the tide turned in Napoli’s favor thanks to a moment of brilliance from Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. Tactical analysis and match report by Rahul Madhavan. Union Berlin and Napoli had […]
Two of the Bundesliga’s Champions League contestants clashed on Saturday in what might have been the weekend’s Topspiel on paper, but never promised to be an overly exciting game considering both teams’ recent performances. Ultimately, we did see a lot of goals between Borussia Dortmund and Union Berlin, but both sides’ showings left a lot […]
In a game where the stakes were high in terms of the top four battle and the title race, Union Berlin’s desire ultimately outdid eipzig’s poise. Union’s defensive shape became a talking point once again, as their opponents struggled to find solutions despite leading at half-time. Janik Haberer and Robin Knoche scored in the second […]
Bayer Leverkusen stunned Union Berlin thanks to an inspired second-half performance which saw them jump out of the relegation places. The pace of Leverkusen’s frontline wreaked havoc as Union’s high press in the second half was constantly bypassed with ease. Tactical analysis and match report by Rahul Madhavan. As the Bundesliga draws close to a break, […]
Union Berlin came out on top against an uninspiring Borussia Dortmund side and went four points clear at the top. Edin Terzić’s change in formation did not work and his side faced the wrath of their opponents in the first half, thanks to Janik Haberer’s brace. Tactical analysis and match report by Rahul Madhavan. Union Berlin […]
Eintracht Frankfurt’s season has been inconsistent so far, but they secured three valuable points against high-flying Union Berlin. Goals from Mario Götze and Jesper Lindstrøm in the first half proved to be vital after an eventful second half. Tactical analysis and match report by Rahul Madhavan. Union Berlin is a club who are currently attracting […]
A late offensive surge saw Urs Fischer’s Union Berlin threaten to derail Borussia Dortmund, but the inevitable Erling Haaland came up trumps once again in a pulsating encounter at the Signal Iduna Park. The home side were aided by the visitors’ approach in defense, as they countered Union’s man-marking with smart movements of their own. […]
After dropping five points in the space of a week, Borussia Mönchengladbach recorded an important victory over Union Berlin, and produced some fine football in the process. Marcus Thuram and Alassane Pléa were at the heart of action, constantly finding space in Union Berlin’s defensive block leading to a result that could prove significant for […]
A disheartening Union Berlin side had its derby spoiled by a rather unimpressive Hertha Berlin. With issues popping up in and out of possession, all the hosts needed were twelve minutes to put the game to bed, extending Bruno Labbadia’s newest managerial streak to two significant wins. Tactical analysis and match report by Kareem Bianchi. […]