Holstein Kiel vs Union Berlin Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

The visitors are looking to break into the top four spots.

Holstein Kiel will return to action against Union Berlin at home in their seventh Bundesliga game of the season. Kiel are struggling at the bottom of the table and find themselves in the relegation zone. They have managed to accumulate only two points so far and have lost four out of their six league fixtures. Moreover, they have not won a competitive game since August and have conceded 19 goals, the highest in the league.

Union Berlin on the other hand come into this fixture on the back of a highly motivating win over Borussia Dortmund. The Iron Ones have put together 11 points from six league outings so far and have won three out of their last five games. They will be keen to continue their winning momentum and add three more points to their tally.

Kick Off

Sunday, October 20, 7:00 PM IST

Venue: Holstein-Stadion, Kiel

Form

Holstein Kiel (in all competitions): L-L-W-L-D

FC Union Berlin (in all competitions): W-L-W-D-W

Players to watch 

Shuto Machino (Holstein Kiel)

The Japanese striker has been the only silver lining for Holstein Keil this season. Although they have failed to produce any noteworthy performances, Shuto has continued to deliver the goods. With four goals to his name, Shuto is Kiel’s top scorer in the German top flight. His off-the-ball skills, speed and finishing abilities make him one of the best players in the league.

Yorbe Vertessen (FC Union Berlin)

The Belgian forward put up a great performance in Union Berlin’s historic win over Borussia Dortmund. He has come up through the ranks and has proved his worth. He is known for his versatility, work rate and speed.

His dribbling skills and off-the-ball movements have also come in very handy. Expect him to put in a good shift against Holstein Kiel as well.

Match facts

• This will be the first Bundesliga meeting between the two sides
• The last time FC Union Berlin won a game against Holstein Kiel was back in 2019
• This fixture averages 3 goals per match

Holstein Kiel vs FC Union Berlin: Betting tips and Odds

• Tip 1: Union Berlin to win – 6/5 by Betfair
• Tip 2: Yorbe Vertessen to score anytime – 3/1 by Skybet
• Tip 3: Union to win to nil – 14/5 by BETVICTOR

Injury & Team News

Holstein Kiel will miss Andu Yobel Kelati, Colin Kleine-Bekel, Patrick Erras, and Carl Johansson.

Union will not have Josip Juranovic, Kevin Volland, Ivan Prtajin, and Yannic Stein available for selection.

Head-to-head

Total Matches played – 12

Holstein Kiel wins – 4

FC Union Berlin wins – 5

Draws – 3

Predicted Line-up 

Holstein Kiel (3-5-2):

Weiner (GK); Becker, Ivezic, Geschwill; Rosenboom, Knudsen, Holtby, Gigovic, Porath; Machino, Pichler

FC Union Berlin (3-4-2-1)

Ronnow (GK); Doekhi, Vogt, Leite; Haberer, Schafer, Khdeira, Rothe; Woo-Yeong, Vertessen; Siebatcheu

Prediction

Union Berlin are placed in the first half of the table while Holstein Keil are placed in the bottom half. We expect the former to come out on top in this fixture.

Prediction: Holstein Kiel 0-2 FC 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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