Union Berlin vs Freiburg Prediction: A match between two pragmatic side

Union Berlin vs Freiburg: Prediction for the Match on November 1, 2025

The Stadion An der Alten Försterei will be the venue when Union Berlin aims to rediscover their solidity after a turbulent spell. And this game will be against a Freiburg side that is seeking consistency and momentum. Both clubs share a similar footballing DNA with compact defensive setups, physical midfield battles, and a preference for counter-attacking opportunities over flamboyant possession play.

Union, once renowned for its fortress-like home record, has recently struggled to turn effort into points. Freiburg have remained stubborn and industrious, but occasionally short of cutting edge in the final third. This meeting is unlikely to produce a goal-fest, instead, expect tension, tactical duels, and narrow margins to decide the outcome.

Union Berlin: Forms and Statistics

Union Berlin’s form away from home has been patchy. In their last six fixtures, they managed two wins, one draw and three losses, scoring an average of 1.5 goals while conceding about 2.17.

When travelling, they have lost two of their last three, and their defence has allowed around 2.67 goals on average away, while scoring approximately 1.33 themselves. Historically, in their head-to-head match‐ups with Bremen, Union Berlin holds the slight edge with six wins to Bremen’s four in their last ten games.

Union Berlin - Lineups

🔖 Union Berlin Predicted Lineup (3-4-2-1)

Rønnow, Doekhi, Querfeld, Leite; Trimmel, Khedira, Haberer, Skov; Burke, Ansah

⛔️ Unavailable: Andrik Markgraf, Tom Rothe, Livan Burcu, Stanley N'Soki, Josip Juranović, András Schäfer

👤 Head coach: Steffen Baumgart

Freiburg: Forms and Statistics

Freiburg’s season has been more modest, with an average of around 1.5 goals per game in their recent six matches. They have drawn more than they have lost recently, showing a degree of consistency but not prolific winning form. Their away performances are solid but lack the attacking output to dominate games.

Defensively, Freiburg are reasonably organised as they often concede fewer goals than weaker teams, but when up against a high-quality opponent like Leverkusen, their defensive structure will be put under significant pressure.

Freiburg - Lineups

🔖 Freiburg Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1)

Atubolu; Kübler, Ginter, Lienhart, Makengo; Eggestein, Manzambi; Beste, Höler, Scherhant; Adamu

⛔️ Unavailable: Osterhage, Beste, Muller (all out)

👤 Head coach: Julian Schuster

Union Berlin vs Freiburg: Prediction for the Match on November 1, 2025

Meetings between these two sides often end under 2.5 goals. Union’s home fortress reputation has declined slightly this season, while Freiburg’s away resilience often results in the team taking points from matches where possession is limited. Both teams rely heavily on aerial strength and well-rehearsed dead-ball situations.

This game promises tactical discipline more than spectacle. Both teams will prioritize defensive control, and the first goal, if it comes, could decide the outcome. Union’s home edge might help them steady the ship, but Freiburg’s consistency gives them equal footing. A draw is expected with a scoreline of 1-1. 

Below are our predictions

Our match prediction: is under 2.5 goals for a coefficient of 1.75 in the Betway bookmaker.

Our betting tip on the match: is BTTS for a coefficient of 1.87 in the Bet365 bookmaker.

Lastly: is a draw for a coefficient of 3.42 in the Bet365 bookmaker.