Union Berlin vs Bayern Munich: Match Preview, Team News & How to Watch Live

Bayern Munich travel to the German capital for their final match before the international break, facing Union Berlin at the iconic Stadion An der Alten Försterei. The Bavarians are riding high after downing Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League, though they may be slightly fatigued from that intense encounter.

Union Berlin vs Bayern Munich: Match Information

Form Guide & Standings

Bayern Munich lead the Bundesliga table with 20 points from eight matches, showcasing their dominance with an unbeaten run. The reigning champions come into this fixture as heavy favorites, though fatigue from their midweek Champions League heroics could be a concern.

Union Berlin currently sit 10th in the standings with three wins, two draws, and four losses from nine games. While they haven’t had a banner season, Die Eisernen have been difficult to categorize—neither especially explosive offensively nor particularly stout defensively.

Team News

Union Berlin Injuries: Union Berlin will be without András Schäfer, Andrik Markgraf, Livan Burcu, and Stanley N’Soki due to injuries. Manager Bo Svensson will need to adjust his tactical setup accordingly, with Frederik Rønnow expected to start in goal and Benedict Hollerbach leading the attacking line.

Bayern Munich Absences: The Bavarians face several key absences. Hiroki Ito is nearing a return from a broken foot, while Sacha Boey remains sidelined for several months with a knee injury. Aleksandar Pavlović is out with a broken collarbone, and Josip Stanišić won’t return until late November due to knee ligament damage.

Expected Bayern Lineup

With their squad depth, Bayern can still field a formidable XI featuring Neuer in goal, a defensive line of Guerreiro, Upamecano, Kim Min-jae, and Davies, with Kimmich and Palhinha anchoring midfield. The attacking trio of Gnabry, Musiala, and Olise will support striker Harry Kane.

Tactical Battle

Union Berlin typically employ a defensive 3-4-3 or 5-3-2 formation, particularly against superior opposition. They’ll look to crowd the defensive third and limit Bayern’s space, making it difficult for the Bavarians’ creative players to operate.

Bayern, under Vincent Kompany’s guidance, favor a possession-based approach with aggressive pressing. Their ability to break down stubborn defenses will be tested at the atmospheric Alte Försterei, where Union have historically made life difficult for visiting teams.

How to Watch Union Berlin vs Bayern Munich Live

United States: The match will be shown live on ESPN+ with kick-off at 9:30 AM ET. Subscribers can stream the game through the ESPN app or website.

Germany: Sky Sport Bundesliga will provide live coverage, with streaming available via Sky Go for subscribers.

United Kingdom: Fans can watch via Sky Sports Football or stream through the Sky Go app.

International Viewers: Check local Bundesliga broadcast partners for coverage in your region.

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Key Stats & Head-to-Head

Bayern Munich have dominated this fixture historically, remaining unbeaten in their last 15 encounters with Union Berlin across all competitions. However, the capital club earned a memorable 1-1 draw at home last season, proving they can frustrate the Bavarians.

Union Berlin have struggled to score goals this campaign, netting fewer than most Bundesliga sides. Bayern’s defensive solidity will make their task even more challenging.

The Verdict

Despite some suggesting this could be a “trap game” given Bayern’s busy schedule and Union’s home advantage, it’s hard to bet against the Bavarians at this point. Their quality and depth should see them through, though Union’s passionate home support might keep the scoreline respectable.

Predicted Score: Union Berlin 0-3 Bayern Munich

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