Union Berlin vs FC Augsburg
Match recap
Union Berlin beat FC Augsburg 4–0 in their Bundesliga fixture. Ilić, Ilić, Schäfer, and Jeong Woo-Yeong scored for Union Berlin. Expected-goals data put the chance balance at 3.68 for Union Berlin versus 0.61 for FC Augsburg. Union Berlin sit 11th in the Bundesliga table while FC Augsburg are 9th.
Analysis
Union Berlin host FC Augsburg in what promises to be a lively Bundesliga encounter. Both teams have shown resilience this season, setting the stage for a competitive clash.
Historically, these sides have met 16 times with a fairly balanced record: Union Berlin have won 5, Augsburg 6, and 5 matches ended in draws. The average goals per game in these meetings is 2.0, aligning well with our predicted 2-2 scoreline. Augsburg currently sit 9th in the league, just above Union Berlin in 12th, highlighting a tight contest ahead.
Key players to watch include Oliver Burke for Union Berlin, who boasts 7 goals this season and has been in fine form with 3 goals in his last 5 matches. His high shot volume makes him a constant threat. For Augsburg, Anton Kade leads the charge with 8 goals and strong recent performances. Defensively, Danilho Doekhi offers Union Berlin a dual threat with solid defensive stats and goal contributions. Christopher Trimmel’s set-piece prowess could be crucial for Augsburg’s attacking opportunities.
Prediction
Our model predicts a 2-2 draw with a halftime score of 1-1. The match is expected to be competitive and balanced, with both teams likely to find the net twice. We anticipate four cards in total, reflecting a spirited but fair contest. Confidence in this prediction stands at 35%, acknowledging the evenly matched nature of the teams.
Outcome probability
Key Insights
Doekhi's Defensive and Offensive Impact
Doekhi's strong defensive stats and goal threat provide Union Berlin a dual advantage.
Kade's Scoring Form for Augsburg
Kade's recent goal scoring and high ratings give Augsburg a key offensive edge.
Burke's Consistent Scoring
Burke's recent goals and shot volume indicate strong form to influence the match outcome.
Trimmel's Set-Piece Threat
Trimmel's set-piece delivery and assist record can unlock Augsburg's defense.
No Significant Injuries Reported
Both teams have no major injuries, so full-strength squads expected.
Key Takeaways
With no significant injuries reported, both sides will field strong lineups eager to secure points. Fans can look forward to an engaging match filled with attacking intent and tactical battles. Expect a fair share of goals and a draw that reflects the closely matched teams.
- In 16 head-to-head meetings, Union Berlin have won 5, FC Augsburg 6, with 5 draws.
- Head-to-head matches average 2.0 total goals (14 for Union Berlin, 18 for FC Augsburg).
- Union Berlin are ranked 12th with 36 points from 33 games (W9 D9 L15).
- FC Augsburg are ranked 9th with 43 points from 33 games (W12 D7 L14).
- Oliver Burke has scored 7 goals this season, including 3 in the last 5 matches.
- Anton Kade leads Augsburg with 8 goals and strong recent form.
- Danilho Doekhi combines defensive solidity with goal threat for Union Berlin.
- Christopher Trimmel is a key set-piece taker with multiple assists this season.
Player Insights
Standout players Fipster expects to impact the match — curated highlights, not full squad lists
Home — Union Berlin
Away — FC Augsburg
Form as the teams went into this match — excludes this result and anything since.
Team Comparison
Season shape — attack, defence, form, clean sheets & win rate
Home vs Away comparison
Goal difference in each of the last few fixtures — above the line is a net win, below is a net loss
Season comparison
Goals scored & conceded, goal difference and clean sheets across the season
Halftime Performance
What each side does once the whistle goes for half time
Streaks
Recent-form runs — each side’s most-recent game meets in the middle
Head to Head
Ilić
Assist: Schäfer
Burke
Yellow Card
Trimmel
Yellow Card
Ilić
Assist: Burke
Schäfer
Assist: Burcu
Keitel
Kömür
Wolf
Matsima
Massengo
Yellow Card
Trimmel
Ansah
Kemlein
Yellow Card
Burcu
Gregoritsch
Ilić
Burke
Jeong Woo-Yeong
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Bayern München | 34 | 28 | 5 | 1 | +86 | 89 |
| 8 |  Eintracht Frankfurt | 34 | 11 | 11 | 12 | -4 | 44 |
| 9 |  FC Augsburg | 34 | 12 | 7 | 15 | -16 | 43 |
| 10 |  FSV Mainz 05 | 34 | 10 | 10 | 14 | -9 | 40 |
| 11 |  Union Berlin | 34 | 10 | 9 | 15 | -14 | 39 |
| 12 |  Borussia Mönchengladbach | 34 | 9 | 11 | 14 | -11 | 38 |
Match Statistics
Union Berlin
4-2-3-1Starting XI
- 4Diogo LeiteD
- 5Danilho Raimundo DoekhiD
- 6Aljoscha KemleinM
- 7Oliver Jasen BurkeM
- 9Livan BurcuM
- 10Ilyas AnsahM
- 13András SchäferM
- 15Tom Alexander RotheD
- 23Andrej IlićF
- 25Carl Friedrich Georg KlausG
- 28Christopher TrimmelD
Substitutes
- 11Jeong Woo-YeongM
- 14Leopold QuerfeldD
- 18Josip JuranovićD
- 19Janik HabererM
- 21Tim SkarkeM
- 24Robert Faxe SkovM
- 30Dmytro BohdanovF
- 33Alex KrálM
- 48Tom WisbereitG
FC Augsburg
3-4-2-1Starting XI
- 1Finn Gilbert DahmenG
- 5Chrislain Iris Aurel MatsimaD
- 6Jeffrey GouweleeuwD
- 14Yannik KeitelM
- 16Cédric Adrian ZesigerD
- 19Robin Salvatore FellhauerM
- 27Marius WolfM
- 30Anton KadeF
- 32Fabian RiederM
- 36Mert KömürF
- 38Michael GregoritschF
Substitutes
- 3Mads Giersing Valentin PedersenD
- 4Han-Noah MassengoM
- 21Rodrigo RibeiroF
- 22Nediljko LabrovićG
- 25Daniel KleinG
- 31Keven Matteo SchlotterbeckD
- 39Uchenna OgunduF
- 40Noahkai Kai Daniel BanksD
Union Berlin
| Player | Pos | Min | Rating | G | A | Shots | SoT | Key Passes | Dribbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrej Ilić | F | 86 | 9.0 | 2 | — | 3 | 3 | 1 | — |
| András Schäfer | M | 90 | 8.9 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | — |
| Christopher Trimmel(C) | D | 65 | 7.7 | — | — | 1 | 1 | 1 | — |
| Diogo Leite | D | 90 | 7.5 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 0/2 |
| Tom Alexander Rothe | D | 90 | 7.3 | — | — | — | — | 2 | 2/3 |
| Carl Klaus | G | 90 | 7.2 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Livan Burcu | M | 71 | 7.2 | — | 1 | 1 | — | 2 | 1/2 |
| Aljoscha Kemlein | M | 90 | 6.9 | — | — | — | — | — | 1/2 |
| Danilho Doekhi | D | 90 | 6.6 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |
| Oliver Burke | M | 86 | 6.6 | — | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0/2 |
| Ilyas Ansah | M | 65 | 6.5 | — | — | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0/4 |
| Substitutes | |||||||||
| Robert Skov | M | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Tom Wisbereit | G | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Dmytro Bogdanov | F | 4 | — | — | — | 2 | 1 | — | — |
| Leopold Querfeld | D | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Alex Král | M | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Janik Haberer | M | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Woo-Yeong Jeong | M | 25 | 7.7 | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | — | — |
| Josip Juranović | D | 25 | 7.3 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 0/1 |
| Tim Skarke | M | 19 | 6.9 | — | — | — | — | 2 | — |
FC Augsburg
| Player | Pos | Min | Rating | G | A | Shots | SoT | Key Passes | Dribbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeffrey Gouweleeuw(C) | D | 90 | 6.6 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — |
| Anton Kade | F | 90 | 6.6 | — | — | 4 | 1 | — | 3/4 |
| Robin Fellhauer | M | 90 | 6.5 | — | — | — | — | 2 | 2/3 |
| Yannik Keitel | M | 55 | 6.5 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Marius Wolf | M | 61 | 6.5 | — | — | — | — | 2 | 2/3 |
| Cedric Zesiger | D | 90 | 6.3 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Chrislain Matsima | D | 61 | 6.3 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Fabian Rieder | M | 90 | 6.2 | — | — | — | — | 2 | 0/1 |
| Mert Kömür | F | 55 | 6.2 | — | — | — | — | — | 0/2 |
| Michael Gregoritsch | F | 77 | 6.2 | — | — | — | — | — | 0/1 |
| Finn Dahmen | G | 90 | 5.7 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Substitutes | |||||||||
| Nediljko Labrović | G | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Daniel Klein | G | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Keven Schlotterbeck | D | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Noahkai Banks | D | 29 | 7.5 | — | — | — | — | — | 2/2 |
| Han-Noah Massengo | M | 35 | 6.9 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — |
| Rodrigo Ribeiro | F | 35 | 6.3 | — | — | — | — | — | 0/1 |
| Mads Pedersen | D | 29 | 6.3 | — | — | 1 | — | 1 | — |
| Uchenna Ogundu | F | 13 | 6.2 | — | — | 2 | — | — | — |