The Bundesliga returns after the international break with a compelling matchup as Union Berlin hosts Hoffenheim at the Stadion An der Alten Försterei. This match pits two sides with similar starts to the season, with both looking to bounce back from recent defeats and secure a crucial victory.
Match Details:
| Competition | Date | Kick-off (GMT) | Venue |
| Bundesliga | September 13, 2025 | 1:30 PM | Stadion An der Alten Försterei, Berlin, Germany |
Team Form and Analysis:
Union Berlin enters this match after a tough 3-0 away defeat to Borussia Dortmund before the international break. The hosts had started the season with a win over Stuttgart and will be looking to get back to winning ways on home soil, where they have been particularly strong. Under manager Steffen Baumgart, Union has shown a well-organized and resilient style of play, and they will be eager to prove their quality against a direct rival.
Hoffenheim, meanwhile, also had a difficult last outing, suffering a 3-1 home defeat to Eintracht Frankfurt. Despite this setback, the visitors have shown their attacking prowess in the early part of the season, scoring in each of their six Bundesliga away games against Union. With a number of key players returning from injury, Hoffenheim will be looking to put on a much-improved performance and secure a crucial away victory.
Head-to-Head:
The historical head-to-head record between these two nations is heavily in favor of Union Berlin, who have won their last three competitive meetings. Notably, the last time the two sides met, in February, Union secured a dominant 4-0 away victory.
Player to Watch:
- Union Berlin: All eyes will be on their key attacking players, particularly Andrej Ilić and Ilyas Ansah. Ilić has been a key creative force for his team and will be looked upon to provide a much-needed attacking spark for the home side, while Ansah has been in great goal-scoring form.
- Hoffenheim: The focus for Hoffenheim will be on their key attacking players, including Fisnik Asllani and Bazoumana Touré. Both players have been instrumental in their recent matches and will be a major threat to the Union Berlin defense.
Prediction:
Given Union Berlin’s dominant head-to-head record against Hoffenheim and their strong home form, they are the slight favorites to win this match. However, Hoffenheim’s attacking prowess and their motivation to bounce back from a recent defeat suggest that this will be a tight and highly competitive affair. A narrow home victory for Union Berlin seems like a very plausible outcome.
Live Stream and TV Broadcast:
You can watch the Union Berlin vs Hoffenheim match live on the following platforms, subject to availability in your region:
- Germany: Sky Sport Bundesliga 1
- USA: ESPN+, FuboTV, ViX
- UK: This match is not being broadcast live in the UK.
- Canada: DAZN
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