Freiburg - Union Berlin

Germany: Bundesliga
Schwarzwald-Stadion
FT
4 - 1
(4 - 0)
Freiburg
Union Berlin
C. GünterVAR
3
Pen.V. Grifo⚽1-0
4
V. Grifo⚽2-0
6
9
⚽X2-0R. KnochePen. miss
19
D. Leite
Pen.V. Grifo⚽3-0
20
M. Gregoritsch⚽4-0
45+1
84
⚽4-1S. MichelPen.
LineupsStandingPreviewReview
Predicted lineupsFinal lineups are posted before start
Freiburg
(4-2-3-1)
Union Berlin
(3-5-2)
Most recent lineups
Freiburg
Bundesliga
RB Leipzig 3 - 1 Freiburg
26Mark Flekken
17Lukas Kübler ⚽ (66)
28Matthias Ginter
3Philipp Lienhart
25Kiliann Sildillia (46)
8M. Eggestein
27Nicolas Höfler ☛ (83)
42Ritsu Doan (41), ☛ (59)
30Christian Günter ☛ (56)
29Jeong Woo-Yeong (43), ☛ (59)
38Michael Gregoritsch ☛ (55)
 
Bench
1Benjamin Uphoff
9Lucas Höler ☚ (59)
14Yannik Keitel ☚ (83)
18Nils Petersen
20Kevin Schade ☚ (55)
22Roland Sallai ☚ (56), (88)
23Robert Wagner
31Keven Schlotterbeck
32Vincenzo Grifo ☚ (59)
Union Berlin
Bundesliga
Union Berlin 2 - 2 Augsburg
37Lennart Grill
5Danilho Doekhi
31Robin Knoche
4Diogo Leite
6Julian Ryerson
14Paul Seguin ☛ (83)
8Rani Khedira (12)
19Janik Haberer ☛ (70)
23Niko Gießelmann ☛ (83)
17Kevin Behrens ⚽ (22), ☛ (83)
27Sheraldo Becker ⚽ (7), ☛ (77)
 
Bench
2Morten Thorsby ☚ (83)
3Paul Jaeckel
11Sven Michel ☚ (77)
12Jakob Jensen
24Genki Haraguchi ☚ (70)
28Christopher Trimmel ☚ (83)
32Miloš Pantović
40Jamie Leweling
45Theoson Siebatcheu ☚ (83)

Bundesliga news

Borussia MönchengladbachGladbach boss Blessin opens door for Neuhaus after difficult time for midfielder with Polanski
2. Bundesliga 2. Bundesliga 2. Bundesliga Preview: SV Darmstadt 98 vs Energie Cottbus
Preview Mainz & LeverkusenMainz 05 vs. Bayer Leverkusen preview: Visitors looking to extend unbeaten run
Borussia DortmundSchlotterbeck and Karetsas in Dortmund’s squad for Bremen test as Ryerson misses out
Bayer 04 LeverkusenBoniface handed chance to revive Leverkusen career after Kofane setback
VfB StuttgartHoeneß reacts to Jeltsch missing out on Germany debut
FC BayernKompany discusses potential rotation as Augsburg clash marks start of packed Bayern schedule
Toplist FC Bayern, Dortmund & HoffenheimBundesliga trio among the 10 most valuable players aged 18 or under
Bayer 04 LeverkusenLeverkusen to make late call on Maza's availability for Mainz clash
FC BayernBayern chief insists there is “no time pressure” over Olise extension
Preview RB Leipzig & Eintracht FrankfurtRB Leipzig vs. Eintracht Frankfurt preview: Under-pressure hosts look to maintain perfect home record
Preview Augsburg & FC BayernFC Augsburg vs. Bayern Munich preview: Champions eye revenge against Bavarian neighbours
FC BayernKompany backs Musiala to come back strong from latest injury setback
Rumor FC BayernReal Madrid expect Michael Olise to extend his Bayern contract
1. FC NürnbergWest Ham target Zoma opens door to transfer: “I’m not closing the door to anyone”
2. Bundesliga 2. Bundesliga2. Bundesliga Preview: Kiel seek first win in Braunschweig, Heidenheim host Kaiserslautern
Bayer 04 Leverkusen"It wasn't always easy" – Andrich reflects on losing captaincy and falling down Leverkusen pecking order
Preview NÜRNBERG & WOLFSBURG1. FC Nürnberg vs. VfL Wolfsburg preview: Top-five contest in Saturday Topspiel
Preview SC Paderborn, VfB StuttgartSC Paderborn vs. VfB Stuttgart preview: Seimen’s Bundesliga debut at his former home stadium

Table

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Match days

Preview Borussia Dortmund & Werder BremenBorussia Dortmund vs. Werder Bremen preview: Hosts keen to maintain top form
FC BayernKompany discusses potential rotation as Augsburg clash marks start of packed Bayern schedule
Borussia MönchengladbachGladbach boss Blessin opens door for Neuhaus after difficult time for midfielder with Polanski
Fantasy Football BundesligaPredicted Bundesliga lineups: Matchday 5 starting XIs
Borussia DortmundSchlotterbeck and Karetsas in Dortmund’s squad for Bremen test as Ryerson misses out
Bayer 04 LeverkusenLeverkusen to make late call on Maza's availability for Mainz clash
Preview RB Leipzig & Eintracht FrankfurtRB Leipzig vs. Eintracht Frankfurt preview: Under-pressure hosts look to maintain perfect home record
Preview Augsburg & FC BayernFC Augsburg vs. Bayern Munich preview: Champions eye revenge against Bavarian neighbours
Preview SC Paderborn, VfB StuttgartSC Paderborn vs. VfB Stuttgart preview: Seimen’s Bundesliga debut at his former home stadium
Preview TSG Hoffenheim, HSVTSG Hoffenheim vs. Hamburger SV preview: Visitors keen to keep momentum in Sinsheim
Bayer 04 LeverkusenBayer Leverkusen forward hit by injury setback
Werder BremenThioune gives injury update on Hein ahead of Werder's trip to Dortmund
VfB StuttgartStuttgart make goalkeeper call ahead of trip to Paderborn
Werder BremenWerder Bremen provide Karl Hein injury update after international break setback
Borussia MönchengladbachGladbach suffer injury scare as Kleindienst pulls out of training ahead of Köln clash
Mainz 05 Mainz receive injury boost as trio return to team training
Borussia DortmundRyerson remains doubtful for Dortmund’s clash with Werder due to rib injury
Analysis/Commentary BundesligaOlise runs riot, Dortmund go clear and Weiser completes dream return - 5 things we learned from Bundesliga Matchday 4
Post-match reaction RB LeipzigDemichelis gives Gruda injury update and offers verdict on Leverkusen defeat
Team of the week BundesligaBundesliga Team of the Week – Matchday 4
Match report Paderborn, HoffenheimPaderborn end scoreless start with emphatic win over Hoffenheim
Match report Schalke 04 & SV ElversbergPromoted pair cancel each other out in Gelsenkirchen
Preview Paderborn & HoffenheimConfirmed lineups: Paderborn vs. Hoffenheim
Post-match reaction SC Freiburg & DFB"Still very surreal!" - Germany call-up from Klopp gave Scherhant another push
Match report Leverkusen & LeipzigSchick’s acrobatic finish helps Leverkusen see off Leipzig

Fantasy Football

Fantasy Football FantasyBundesliga Fantasy Show – Matchday 5: Must-haves, differentials & listener questions
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga: Scout squads for Matchday 5
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga: Unlimited transfers draft team
Fantasy Football BundesligaPredicted Bundesliga lineups: Matchday 5 starting XIs
Fantasy Football Fantasy BundesligaFantasy Bundesliga: Fixture Difficulty Planner Matchday 5-9
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga tips: 10 players to consider for Matchday 5
Fantasy Football FantasyPredicted lineups for Matchday 1 of the 2026/27 UEFA Nations League
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga: Scout squads for Matchday 4
Fantasy Football FantasyBundesliga Fantasy Show – Matchday 4: Must-haves, differentials & listener questions
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga tips: 10 players to consider for Matchday 4
Fantasy Football BundesligaPredicted Bundesliga lineups: Matchday 4 starting XIs
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga: Scout squads for Matchday 3
Fantasy Football FantasyBundesliga Fantasy Show – Matchday 3: Must-haves, differentials & listener questions
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga tips: 10 players to consider for Matchday 3
Fantasy Football BundesligaPredicted Bundesliga lineups: Matchday 3 starting XIs
Fantasy Football Champions LeagueChampions League 2026/27 predicted lineups: Projected starting XIs for Matchday 1
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga: Scout squads for Matchday 2
Fantasy Football FantasyBundesliga Fantasy Show – Matchday 2: Must-haves, differentials & listener questions
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga tips: 10 players to consider for Matchday 2
Fantasy Football BundesligaPredicted Bundesliga lineups: Matchday 2 starting XIs
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga: Scout squads for Matchday 1
Fantasy Football FantasyBundesliga Fantasy Show – Matchday 1: Rule changes, must-haves, differentials & listener questions
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga tips: The ultimate guide to the start of the 2026/27 season
Fantasy Football BundesligaBundesliga predicted lineups 2026/27: Matchday 1 starting XIs
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga tips: Strikers to consider for the start of the 2026/27 season

German Teams in Europe

FC Bayern“Now we have to deliver” – Kompany sets sights on Champions League glory with Bayern
Match report VfL WolfbsurgUEFA Women’s Europa Cup: Wolfsburg advance to Round of 16
FC Bayern WConfirmed UEFA Women’s Champions League Lineups: Benfica vs Bayern Munich
Match report Eintracht FrankfurtUEFA Women’s Europa Cup: Eintracht Frankfurt survive early scare thanks to supersubs
Preview Eintracht FrankfurtUEFA Women’s Europa Cup Preview: Eintracht Frankfurt vs. FH Hafnarfjarðar
Preview VfL WolfsburgUEFA Women’s Europa Cup Preview: Sturm Graz vs. VfL Wolfsburg
Preview Germany U21Malta U21 vs. Germany U21 preview: Team news and predicted lineups
Preview FC BayernUEFA Women's Champions League Preview: SL Benfica vs. FC Bayern
German national teamArsenal star Kai Havertz forced off injured in Netherlands vs Germany clash
Match report WolfsburgUEFA Women's Europa Cup: She-Wolves record big win over Sturm Graz
Match report Eintracht FrankfurtUEFA Women’s Europa Cup: Blomqvist’s penalty seal Frankfurt's away victory
Preview Eintracht FrankfurtUEFA Women’s Europa Cup Preview: Hafnarfjarðar vs. Eintracht Frankfurt
Match report FC Bayern FrauenUEFA Women’s Champions League: FC Bayern squander two-goal lead against Manchester City
FC BayernConfirmed UEFA Women’s Champions League Lineups: FC Bayern vs. Manchester City
Preview WolfsburgUEFA Women’s Europa Cup Preview: VfL Wolfsburg vs. SK Sturm Graz
Preview FC BayernUEFA Women’s Champions League Preview: FC Bayern vs. Manchester City
Post-match reaction TSG HoffenheimBaumann admits OFI Crete "wanted it more" than Hoffenheim
Match report TSG HoffenheimOFI Crete outclass toothless Hoffenheim in Europa League opener
TSG HoffenheimConfirmed lineups: OFI Crete FC vs. TSG Hoffenheim
Match report Bayer LeverkusenLeverkusen begin Europa League campaign with 2-0 victory over Celje
Bayer LeverkusenConfirmed Europa League lineups: Bayer Leverkusen vs. NK Celje
TSG HoffenheimHoffenheim welcome Asllani’s return after failed RB Leipzig move
Bayer LeverkusenLeverkusen boss Martinez confirms goalkeeping choice for European nights
Rumor Bayer Leverkusen"If he's fit, he'll play" – Martínez coy on Maza availability as Leverkusen face Celje
Preview TSG HoffenheimOFI vs. Hoffenheim preview: Team news & predicted lineups

DFB-Pokal

DFB-Pokal DFB-Pokal second round draw: Holders Bayern host Magdeburg, Dortmund clash with Bremen
Post-match reaction FC Bayern Kompany praises “calm” Bayern performance
Post-match reaction FC Bayern Bischof and Kane react to Pokal victory in Osnabrück
Match report FC Bayern DFB-Pokal: Bayern overcome early Osnabrück scare to reach second round
DFB-Pokal Confirmed DFB-Pokal lineups: VfL Osnabrück vs. FC Bayern
Rumor FC BayernBayern make decision on Musiala's availability for DFB-Pokal trip to Osnabrück
Preview Osnabrück & FC BayernVfL Osnabrück vs. Bayern Munich DFB-Pokal preview: Team news and predicted lineups
FC BayernUrbig to replace Neuer in goal against Osnabrück, Kompany confirms
FC BayernKompany gives Musiala update ahead of DFB-Pokal trip to Osnabrück
FC BayernReport gives fresh update on Jamal Musiala ahead of DFB-Pokal trip to Osnabrück
Match report DFB-PokalSchalke dominate but need extra time and superstar Džeko to overcome Halle
Match report DFB-PokalHSV's 16-year-old sensation steals the show in DFB-Pokal victory against Verl
Preview DFB-PokalConfirmed DFB-Pokal lineups: Hallescher FC vs. FC Schalke 04
Match report DFB-PokalKöln survive Würzburg scare as Jóhannesson seals comeback win
Preview DFB-PokalConfirmed DFB-Pokal Lineups: Altglienicke vs. VfL Wolfsburg
Preview HSV, DFB-PokalConfirmed DFB-Pokal Lineups: SC Verl vs. Hamburger SV
Preview Köln, DFB-PokalConfirmed DFB-Pokal Lineups: Würzburger Kickers vs. 1. FC Köln
Match report DFB-PokalDFB-Pokal: Bundesliga’s perfect record continues, Heidenheim and St. Pauli are out
Match report RB LeipzigDFB-Pokal: RB Leipzig advance after comfortable victory at Moselstadion
Match report DFB-PokalDFB-Pokal: Hertha and Nürnberg maintain perfect starts with penalty shootout wins
Match report DFB-PokalDFB-Pokal: Wimmer and Onyeka score debut braces as Hoffenheim and Elversberg advance
Match report DFB-PokalDFB-Pokal: Hannover seal record victory with 9-1 rout of Hemelingen at Weserstadion
Match report Werder BremenDFB-Pokal: Füllkrug and Reis score debut goals for Bremen in Hamburg
Preview DFB-PokalConfirmed Lineups: SG Sonnenhof Großaspach vs. Arminia Bielefeld
Preview DFB-PokalConfirmed Lineups: 1860 Munich vs. Holstein Kiel

German National Team

VfB StuttgartHoeneß reacts to Jeltsch missing out on Germany debut
German national teamLothar Matthäus doubts Musiala and Wirtz can play together for Germany
FC BayernKompany plays down “mini-debate” over Kimmich’s role for Germany
Preview Germany WWomen’s Friendly Preview: Germany vs. Australia
Borussia DortmundDortmund attacker keen to convince Jürgen Klopp after Germany snub
German national teamGermany fall one place in FIFA World Rankings after Klopp’s first games
German national teamGermany star Kevin Schade handed major market value boost after flying start
German national teamFlorian Wirtz suffers biggest market value drop in Premier League
Match report Germany U21Pejčinović’s brace seals U21 Euros ticket for Germany in front of record crowd
Germany U21Confirmed Lineups: Germany U21 vs. Georgia U21
FC Bayern & GermanyBischof keen to represent Germany at U21 Euros despite senior national team breakthrough
Preview Germany U21Germany U21 vs. Georgia U21 preview: Team news and predicted lineups
Post-match reaction German national team"We hadn’t planned for him to play three games" – Klopp praises Treu's instant impact for Germany
German national team“We don’t have a Messi, an Mbappé or a Haaland, but..." – Matthäus gives his verdict on Klopp's Germany
Post-match reaction German National TeamKlopp pledges to reduce squad for November after "top-notch" effort in Greece
Post-match reaction German National TeamWirtz on "annoying" draw in Greece, Scherhant processing second cap
Post-match reaction German National TeamGermany player ratings vs. Greece: Scherhant shines in scoreless stalemate
Match report German National TeamGermany held scoreless by Greece in hotly-contested stalemate
German National TeamConfirmed lineups: Greece vs. Germany
German National TeamJürgen Klopp's plans for Germany duo Wirtz and Musiala
Match report Germany U17Germany U17 3-2 England U17: Hosts win friendly tournament in Duisburg with perfect record
Rumor German National Team & Eintracht FrankfurtHütter keeps Ebnoutalib grounded: "It's not normal for things to move this quickly"
Rumor German National TeamMüller feels Germany is "struggling to find a new generation" of support
Match report Germany U19Germany U19 end international break with unbeaten record after Czechia draw
German National TeamPavlović on "incredibly fun" German midfield trio with Wirtz and Bischof

Long reads

Analysis/Commentary German national teamGermany player ratings vs Serbia: Wirtz shines in Klopp's first win
Analysis/Commentary VfB StuttgartReal Madrid, Arsenal or Bayern? German scouting expert assesses best fit and next move for Stuttgart's Finn Jeltsch
Analysis/Commentary GermanyGermany player ratings vs Greece: Klopp suffers first defeat as Germany head coach
Analysis/Commentary German national team Germany suffer historic 0-1 defeat to Greece in Klopp's first home game
Analysis/Commentary German national teamGermany player ratings vs Netherlands: Nmecha leads the way as late Gakpo goal denies Klopp victory
Editor's pick RB LeipzigRB Leipzig seek first academy breakthrough as Wagner and Schäfer outline pathway challenges
Analysis/Commentary BundesligaOlise runs riot, Dortmund go clear and Weiser completes dream return - 5 things we learned from Bundesliga Matchday 4
Editor's pick Elversberg & DortmundINTERVIEW: "I needed to play a bigger role" – Cole Campbell on leaving Dortmund for Elversberg
Editor's pick RB Leipzig"If Real Madrid are coming, it’s difficult" – Marcel Schäfer explains why RB Leipzig had to sell Yan Diomande
Editor's pick RB LeipzigINTERVIEW: "I need to enjoy football again" – Christopher Nkunku on returning to RB Leipzig and his struggles at Chelsea and AC Milan
Analysis/Commentary BundesligaDortmund keep on ticking, Freiburg hit five and Polanski departs - 5 things we learned from Bundesliga matchday 3
Analysis/Commentary BundesligaBayern halted, Elversberg defy belief and Augsburg make history - 5 things we learned from Bundesliga Matchday 2
Editor's pick SV Elversberg"We don't fear anybody" – How underdogs Elversberg plan to survive the Bundesliga on their own terms
Analysis/Commentary BundesligaBundesliga 2026/27 guide: In-depth team previews ahead of the new season
Analysis/Commentary Borussia MönchengladbachWhat Leeds United fans can expect from Nico Elvedi after Gladbach move
Editor's pick RB LeipzigINTERVIEW: “I know I will get my game time” – Ørjan Nyland confident he will get his chances after Leipzig return
Editor's pick Borussia Dortmund & 1.FC KölnOpinion: How the pursuit of Said El Mala could alter Borussia Dortmund's future
Analysis/Commentary Frauen-BundesligaBreaking away: Why the Frauen-Bundesliga is taking control of its own future
Analysis/Commentary FC BayernHow Bayern Munich could line up for the 2026/27 season
Analysis/Commentary BundesligaTop 10 Bundesliga transfers of the summer so far
Editor's pick SC FreiburgWhat Newcastle fans can expect from Johan Manzambi as transfer from Freiburg nears completion
Editor's pick FC AugsburgEXCLUSIVE: "Character is more important for us than talent" – Benjamin Weber explains Augsburg's scouting philosophy
Editor's pick TSG HoffenheimWhat Newcastle fans can expect from Bazoumana Touré as €50m move from Hoffenheim nears completion
Analysis/Commentary German national teamGermany player ratings vs Paraguay: Several disappointing displays in heartbreaking exit
Analysis/Commentary German national teamGermany player ratings vs Ecuador: Lacklustre display as winning run ends

Exclusive interviews

Editor's pick RB LeipzigRB Leipzig seek first academy breakthrough as Wagner and Schäfer outline pathway challenges
Editor's pick Elversberg & DortmundINTERVIEW: "I needed to play a bigger role" – Cole Campbell on leaving Dortmund for Elversberg
Editor's pick RB Leipzig"If Real Madrid are coming, it’s difficult" – Marcel Schäfer explains why RB Leipzig had to sell Yan Diomande
Exclusive interview SV Elversberg"That's set in stone" – Elversberg prodigy Cole Campbell reaffirms desire to represent USA over Iceland
Editor's pick RB LeipzigINTERVIEW: "I need to enjoy football again" – Christopher Nkunku on returning to RB Leipzig and his struggles at Chelsea and AC Milan
Exclusive interview RB Leipzig"I’m not worried about us" – Maxime Estève believes Leipzig will be "really, really good"
Exclusive interview RB Leipzig"Maybe I didn’t get the output I deserved last season" – Antonio Nusa eager to build on strong start
Exclusive interview RB LeipzigINTERVIEW: Maarten Vandevoordt on succeeding club legend Gulácsi at RB Leipzig, Courtois comparisons and Belgium ambitions
Exclusive interview FC BayernEXCLUSIVE: Bayern legend Roy Makaay backs Kane as Ballon d'Or contender
Editor's pick SV Elversberg"We don't fear anybody" – How underdogs Elversberg plan to survive the Bundesliga on their own terms
Editor's pick RB LeipzigINTERVIEW: “I know I will get my game time” – Ørjan Nyland confident he will get his chances after Leipzig return
Editor's pick FC AugsburgEXCLUSIVE: "Character is more important for us than talent" – Benjamin Weber explains Augsburg's scouting philosophy
Exclusive interview FC AugsburgEXCLUSIVE: Augsburg boss Benjamin Weber confirms “big market” interest in Kömür and Claude-Maurice amid exit talk
Exclusive interview World CupEXCLUSIVE: "He's the perfect coach for England" – Augsburg chief Benjamin Weber backs former boss Tuchel for World Cup glory
Editor's pick FC Schalke 04"I’m thinking about my future every day" – 40-year-old Edin Džeko weighs up next move after Schalke fairy tale
Exclusive interview VfL Wolfsburg“A very difficult and sad situation” – Edin Džeko on his ex-club VfL Wolfsburg’s relegation threat
Exclusive interview RB LeipzigYan Diomande names Real Madrid stars among inspirations as he sets sights on becoming one of the world's best
Editor's pick RB LeipzigINTERVIEW: RB Leipzig sensation Yan Diomande “happy and motivated” by interest from Europe’s elite
Editor's pick Borussia Mönchengladbach"I obviously came here to play more" – Giovanni Reyna reflects on Gladbach struggles and burning World Cup ambition
Exclusive interview Borussia MönchengladbachINTERVIEW: "I'd love to experience something different at some point" – Joe Scally opens door to Gladbach exit
Exclusive interview FC BayernLahm highlights defensive “danger” for Bayern ahead of PSG showdown
Editor's pick BundesligaPhilipp Lahm "curious" about new German U21 league – but insists senior-level minutes remain key for young players
Editor's pick RB Leipzig“We have to get even better” – CEO Tatjana Haenni on RB Leipzig’s goal to be "best in class" for talent
Editor's pick RB Leipzig"That's our goal" – RB Leipzig must be ready to pounce on Bundesliga title if Bayern falter, says CEO Tatjana Haenni
Exclusive interview FC Bayern & GermanyPhilipp Lahm: Gnabry injury a "bitter" blow for Bayern and Germany

Team News

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