Union Berlin vs Hoffenheim Prediction: Defensive Union Berlin faces free scoring Hoffenheim

Union Berlin vs Hoffenheim Prediction and Odds on 13 September 2025

At Stadion An der Alten Försterei, Union Berlin aim to use home advantage and disciplined play to stifle Hoffenheim’s forward momentum. Despite missing key players, Union have often been resilient, relying on smart transitions and set-pieces to score. Hoffenheim, under Christian Ilzer, are in good scoring form, especially in recent matches, but their defensive lapses and injuries in mid-field and backline could be exposed. With both sides having struggled for full consistency, this clash could hinge on who adapts better under pressure and takes chances ruthlessly.

Union Berlin: Forms and Statistics

Union Berlin have shown resilience at home, recovering in tight matches and often relying on disciplined defense. They don’t dominate possession in many of their games, but they are tough to break down, especially in front of their fans. Their scoring rate is modest, but their ability to take advantage of limited chances makes them dangerous, particularly if Hoffenheim are sloppy or vulnerable in transition.

Union Berlin - Lineups

🔖 Union Berlin Predicted Lineup (3-5-3)

Rønnow; Doekhi, Querfeld, Rothe; Trimmel, Král, Khedira, Haberer, Skov; Ansah, Ilić

⛔️ Unavailable: Leite, Burcu, N'Soki, Schäfer, Markgraf

👤 Head Coach: Steffen Baumgart

Hoffenheim: Forms and Statistics

Hoffenheim’s form has been more mixed as they have had spells where their attack clicks and they look dangerous, especially with forwards like Yardimci (if fit). But the defensive side of their game is a concern — conceding often, especially away from home. Their damage control is weaker, and injuries in the backline and midfield compound the risk of being exposed by a compact opponent.

Hoffenheim - Lineups

🔖 Stuttgart Predicted Lineup (4-3-3)

Baumann; Coufal, Hranáč, Chaves, Bernardo; Kramarić, Avdullahu, Tohumcu; Lemperle, Asllani, Touré

⛔️ Unavailable: Hložek, Machida, Gendrey, Burger

👤 Head Coach: Christian Ilzer

Union Berlin vs Hoffenheim match prediction 13 September 2025

• In the last 5 games involving Hoffenheim, bet on over 2.5 goals has played. The bet is offered on the Betway bookmaker website for odds of 1.73 odds;
• In 5 of the last 6 games involving Union Berlin, bet on under 10.5 corners has played. The bet is offered on the Betway bookmaker website for odds of 1.43 odds;

Union Berlin vs Hoffenheim match prediction 13 September 2025

Hoffenheim have won 5 of their last 6 matches across competitions, showing strong attacking output. Union Berlin has been solid at home but often fails to control possession and create fewer big chances. 

Hoffenheim have conceded frequently: defensive issues are a recurring theme, with several recent games in which they’ve let in goals. Union Berlin’s home solidity and ability to capitalise on Hoffenheim’s defensive issues make them the favourite in a game to be keenly contested. A scoreline of 2-1 is anticipated.

Below are our predictions

Our match prediction: is BTTS for a coefficient of 1.64 in the Betway bookmaker.

Our betting tip on the match: is over 2.5 goals for a coefficient of 1.73 in the Bet365 bookmaker.

Lastly: is W1 to win for a coefficient of 2.43 in the 1XBet bookmaker.