Borussia Monchengladbach (Home)
- The latest phase of Borussia Monchengladbach’s transition under Eugen Polanski has yielded some disappointing results as they have failed to win in their last 5 Bundesliga matches, drawing 2 and losing 3, following a brief upturn in form.
- Gladbach have won just 2 of their 11 Bundesliga home games this season, drawing 4 and losing 5 and will be looking to secure a much-needed 3 points against 1. FC Union Berlin, who they lost to 3-1 four months ago.
- Polanski’s team have been good at applying pressure when out of possession.
1. FC Union Berlin (Away)
- 1. FC Union Berlin currently sit 9th in the Bundesliga after collecting 28 points from their first 23 matches, which is 6 more than Gladbach.
- Union have been in mixed form in their recent Bundesliga games, winning 1, drawing 1 and losing 3 of their last 5, but did secure a shock 1-0 win over Bayer Leverkusen at home just three days ago.
- Steffen Baumgart took over at the helm of Union in December 2024 and has implemented his compact, aggressive pressing strategy, making them difficult to break down and deadly on the counter.
- Union’s style has changed, relying now on their compact back three and wing-backs, pressing high up the field and looking to attack in transition.
Head-to-Head
Union Berlin won 3-1 in the home game in the Bundesliga four months ago.
Key Players
- Haris Tabakovic has been Gladbach’s focal point up top with 11 goals in 22 Bundesliga appearances, and he has netted 2 of their last 3 Bundesliga goals.
- Ilyas Ansah leads the line for Union with 5 goals in 23 Bundesliga matches.
- Rani Khedira has chipped in with 2 of Union’s last 5 goals, showcasing his ability to deliver at crucial moments.
Betting Insights
- Gladbach are the favourites at 2.34, while Union are priced at 3.0 in the moneyline markets.
- Both teams to score is available around 2.0.
Prediction
- I think the hosts will win this game, but it will not be easy for them given their form and Union’s resilience on the counter.
- The best bet looks to be both teams to score at 2.0.
