Stadium: Stadion An der Alten Försterei (Berlin)
01.02.2025 20:30
This isn’t just another Bundesliga match—it’s a battle between a team searching for stability and another fighting inconsistency. Union Berlin, once known for their defensive resilience, have hit a rough patch, losing four of their last five matches. Their latest 3-0 defeat to St. Pauli was a reminder of just how much they’ve struggled. On the other side, RB Leipzig is a team full of attacking quality but plagued by defensive lapses. A 3-3 draw with Bochum after leading 3-0 and a 2-2 draw with Leverkusen show how easily they lose control of games.
History favours Leipzig slightly, with eight wins compared to Union’s six. However, Union Berlin has made An der Alten Försterei a fortress in the past, and if they can rediscover their grit, they will make life difficult for the visitors. Leipzig’s speed and technical ability could expose Union’s shaky defence, but if Union can turn this into a physical contest, they have a chance.
Can Union stop their slide, or will Leipzig’s firepower be too much to handle? One thing is certain: this will be a battle from start to finish.
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This hasn’t been the Union Berlin we saw last season. The defensive solidity is missing, the midfield struggles to dictate games, and the attack lacks sharpness. With just one win in their last five, they are desperate to find momentum.
Their last home game was a 2-1 win over Mainz—a rare bright spot—but they followed that up with a 3-0 collapse at St. Pauli. Playing at home gives them an edge, but they need to be near perfect to keep Leipzig’s attack quiet. Their best chance is to make this a physical, scrappy affair, disrupt Leipzig’s rhythm, and capitalize on set pieces.
The fans will be behind them. They always are. But the question remains—can Union Berlin rediscover their identity before it’s too late?
RB Leipzig
RB Leipzig is an unpredictable force right now. One minute, they look like world-beaters, slicing through defences with quick transitions. The next, they are leaking goals, and struggling to control matches they should be winning.
The 3-3 draw against Bochum was a perfect example of their inconsistency. A commanding 3-0 lead turned into a frustrating collapse. The 2-2 result against Leverkusen showed both their attacking quality and defensive frailty. They need to start managing games better, and Union Berlin will test them on that front.
Leipzig’s key weapon is their ability to stretch defences. If Union gives them space, they will be punished. But if Leipzig can’t tighten up at the back, this could turn into another frustrating night.
History of Head-to-Heads
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Bochum
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Expert Betting Tips
Union’s poor form and Leipzig’s inconsistency make this a tricky one to call. Leipzig is the stronger team on paper, but Union’s home crowd could make this tighter than expected. Statistically, there is a 65% chance for BTTS and a 60% for over 2.5 goals.
Prediction: Union Berlin 1-2 RB Leipzig
Based on the predicted score above, below are my predictions for the game:
My first prediction is BTTS for odds of 1.63 at Betway
My second prediction is W2 to win for odds of 2.32 at Bet365
My final prediction is over 2.5 goals for odds of 1.76 at 1XBet
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