Borussia Dortmund vs Union Berlin Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

Niko Kovac looks to avoid a hattrick of losses in the Bundesliga against Union Berlin

This weekend, Bundesliga will see the clash of two clubs who are not at their best this season. Both Borussia Dortmund and Union Berlin have been staggering in the league and as such will have to do something drastic to change their situation.

Dortmund who are used to finishing in the top five are currently placed 11th with 29 points. Reeling from back-to-back losses in the German league, Niko Kovac’s side will surely be on the lookout for a win. The Signal Iduna Park-based club has only managed to win one game in their last five appearances which is certainly demoralizing for the team.

Union Berlin are also in a very similar situation. The club is in 13th position with 24 points and have been very erratic in their performances. Berlin have managed to win just six games out of the 22 they played in the league.

Kick-off:

• Location: Dortmund, Germany
• Stadium: Signal Iduna Park
• Date: Saturday 22 February
• Kick-off Time: 5:30 PM GMT / 12:30 AM ET / 11:00 PM IST
• VAR: In use

Form:

Borussia Dortmund: W-W-L-W-L

Union Berlin: W-L-D-W-L

Players to Watch

Serhou Guirassy (Borussia Dortmund)

It’s hard to ignore Serhou Guirassy‘s influence in the Dortmund lineup. The tall striker can change the course of the game in a matter of seconds. His ability to win aerial duels and also dribble past defense makes him a dangerous player in the opposition box.

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The French national has nine goals to his name this season and is also on point with his passing with an accuracy of 77.7%.

Andrej Ilic (Union Berlin)

Within just four games in the Bundesliga Andrej Ilic has shown great promise. The Serbian has scored two goals for his club in back-to-back matches against Hoffenheim and Borussia Monchengladbach in merely four appearances for the Berlin club.

The 24-year-old is currently who is currently on loan at Union Berlin from French side Lille will surely like to leave his impression in Germany and what better way to steal the spotlight than scoring against Dortmund on their home turf to cause a major upset.

Match Facts

• Last season Borussia Dortmund won both games against Union Berlin (4-2 at home and 2-0 away).
• When Union Berlin is down 1-0 away, they win 0% of their matches
• Borussia Dortmund score 2.37 goals when playing at home and Union Berlin score 1 goal when playing away (on average). Borussia Dortmund score 2.37 goals when playing at home and Union Berlin score 1 goals when playing away (on average).

Borussia Dortmund vs Union Berlin: Betting Tips and Odds

• Borussia Dortmund to win @1.58 1XBET
• Goals scored over 2.5 @2.45 1XBET
• Serhou Guirassy to score +350 FANDUEL

Injury and Team News

In the Borussia Dortmund side Felix Nmecha, Ramy Bensebaini and Fillipo Mane are out because of injuries

In the Union Berlin squad Oluwaseun Ogbemudia, Aljoscha Kemlein and Kevin Vogt will miss the match because of injuries

Head to Head

Total Matches: 14

Borussia Dortmund won: 9

Union Berlin won: 4

Draws: 1

Predicted Lineup

Borussia Dortmund (4-2-3-1)

Kobel (GK);Svensson, Schlotterbeck, Can, Sule; Gross, Sabitzer; Bynoe-Gittens, Brandt, Adeyemi; Guirassy

Union Berlin (4-2-3-1)

Ronnow (GK); Juranovic, Doekhl, Leite, Skov; Haberer, Khedira; Skarke, Jeong, Hollerbach; Ilic

Match Prediction

Despite form not being on their side, Dortmund are still the favourites heading into this match. They have a better track record against Union Berlin and a more decorated history. However, how Dortmund will approach this game remains to be seen. Will they be timid and play defensive? Keeping in mind their recent string of failures in the German league or looking to dish out an early blow to their visitors will determine the eventual course of the match.

Prediction: Borussia Dortmund 2- 1 Union Berlin

Telecast Details

India – SonyLiv, Sony Sports Network

UK – Sky Sports Mix, Sky Go UK

US –  ESPN+

Nigeria – StarTimes App, Canal+ Sport 1 Afrique

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