Union Berlin - Werder Bremen

Regular Season - 26
Kickoff: 2024-03-16 13:30

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Union Berlin - Werder Bremen Predictions

Prediction: Union Berlin or draw
Best odds: 1.31

As the Bundesliga gears up for another exhilarating weekend of football, all eyes turn to the Stadion An der Alten Försterei in Berlin, where Union Berlin will lock horns with Werder Bremen. With both teams hovering in the middle of the table and the predictions shrouded in suspense, this fixture promises to be a tantalizing clash that could swing either way.

Key Players

Union Berlin's campaign has seen flashes of brilliance, thanks in part to the efforts of their midfield maestro, Brenden Russell Aaronson. With a rating of 6.41, Aaronson's vision and creativity have been vital, as evidenced by his 8 key passes and the goal he's contributed to the cause. Upfront, Mikkel Kaufmann Sørensen has been a persistent threat, with his ability to take shots, reflected in his tally of 4, putting defenses on alert. The defensive line is anchored by the experienced Leonardo Bonucci, whose presence and passing accuracy from the back have been indispensable.

Werder Bremen, on the other hand, boasts the talents of Leonardo Jesus Loureiro Bittencourt, a midfielder who not only has scored a goal but also has a notable assist to his name. His 392 passes highlight his role as a central figure in Bremen's setup. Defensively, Miloš Veljković has been a rock, with his rating of 6.78 underlining his solidity and contribution to both defense and attack. Joining him in defensive duties with an impressive rating of 6.80 is Olivier Deman, who has not only defended resolutely but also chipped in with a goal and an assist.

Recent Form

Union Berlin's recent form has been a mixed bag, with a sequence of results reading WWDLW. Sitting at 13th place, they have shown they can be resilient at home, with 5 wins out of 10. Werder Bremen, positioned 7th, has a more consistent run of form with WLWWW, suggesting they have found a rhythm that could spell trouble for their hosts. Their away record, however, shows vulnerability with 5 losses in 11 matches.

Head-to-Head History

The head-to-head record between these two sides adds an extra layer of intrigue to the match. Their last encounter on October 28, 2023, saw Werder Bremen emerge victorious with a 2-0 win at home. However, Union Berlin had previously secured a 1-0 win at their ground on May 27, 2023. The third most recent clash on January 25, 2023, ended with Union Berlin snatching a 2-1 away victory, indicating that past meetings have been closely contested affairs.

Prediction

This upcoming fixture is challenging to predict, with both teams showing signs of strength and weaknesses. The absence of a clear favorite in the predictions hints at a potentially tight encounter. Union Berlin will rely heavily on the likes of Brenden Russell Aaronson and Leonardo Bonucci to control the game's tempo and fortify their defense, respectively. Meanwhile, Werder Bremen will look towards Leonardo Jesus Loureiro Bittencourt and Olivier Deman to break down Union's resistance and maintain their recent positive momentum.

Considering the recent form and head-to-head statistics, this match could very well end in a draw, with both teams canceling each other out. However, the home advantage for Union Berlin and their need to climb away from the lower half of the table might just tip the scales in their favor for a narrow victory. Expect a tactical battle with a strong likelihood of a low-scoring affair as both teams will be wary of conceding ground in the league standings.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

64%
36%

Attacking Potential

44%
56%

Defensive Potential

54%
46%

Poisson Distribution

46%
54%

Stregth H2H

80%
20%

Goals H2H

67%
33%

Wins the game

59%
41%

Union Berlin - Werder Bremen Head to Head

Bundesliga standings

Rank Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Bayer Leverkusen players, news and schedule Bayer Leverkusen 28 24 4 0 69 19 50 76
2 Bayern Munich players, news and schedule Bayern Munich 28 19 3 6 80 36 44 60
3 VfB Stuttgart players, news and schedule VfB Stuttgart 28 19 3 6 64 34 30 60
4 RB Leipzig players, news and schedule RB Leipzig 28 16 5 7 64 33 31 53
5 Borussia Dortmund players, news and schedule Borussia Dortmund 28 15 8 5 55 33 22 53
6 Eintracht Frankfurt players, news and schedule Eintracht Frankfurt 28 10 12 6 43 36 7 42
7 FC Augsburg players, news and schedule FC Augsburg 28 9 9 10 45 46 -1 36
8 1899 Hoffenheim players, news and schedule 1899 Hoffenheim 28 10 6 12 48 53 -5 36
9 SC Freiburg players, news and schedule SC Freiburg 28 10 6 12 40 52 -12 36
10 FC Heidenheim players, news and schedule FC Heidenheim 28 8 9 11 41 49 -8 33
11 Werder Bremen players, news and schedule Werder Bremen 28 8 7 13 36 44 -8 31
12 Union Berlin players, news and schedule Union Berlin 28 8 5 15 25 43 -18 29
13 Borussia Monchengladbach players, news and schedule Borussia Monchengladbach 27 6 10 11 46 53 -7 28
14 VfL Wolfsburg players, news and schedule VfL Wolfsburg 27 7 7 13 33 44 -11 28
15 Vfl Bochum players, news and schedule Vfl Bochum 28 5 11 12 33 58 -25 26
16 FSV Mainz 05 players, news and schedule FSV Mainz 05 28 4 11 13 26 46 -20 23
17 1.FC Köln players, news and schedule 1.FC Köln 28 4 10 14 23 49 -26 22
18 SV Darmstadt 98 players, news and schedule SV Darmstadt 98 28 2 8 18 28 71 -43 14