It’s Bayern Munich vs Union Berlin as the Reigning Bundesliga champions are set to host the 3rd placed side on Sunday evening, check out the kick-off timings for the match, players to watch, predicted lineup, injury news, head-to-head, live stream and more
Bayern Munich will be looking for nothing else but a win following their recent 3-2 loss to Borussia Mönchengladbach.
Bayern Munich vs Union Berlin, date, time, lineups, head to head stats, live stream channel in UK, US, India
After 21 matches played, Bayern Munich, Union Berlin and Dortmund are tied for first in the Bundesliga on 43 points.
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Coming into the upcoming match, Bayern Munich have a perfect home record across their last 17 games. Moreover, they also have a good goalscoring record and they will be looking to bank upon that.
Union Berlin on the other hand, have also been showing a string of standout performances in their defence, allowing only 4 goals in their last 6 games. Ahead of the upcomingmatch, Union Berlin have won their last three away league games in the Bundesliga.
Kick-off timings
The upcoming Bayern Munich vs Union Berlin match will take place at 10 pm IST, 4:30 pm GMT on 26-02-2023.
Last five records:
Bayern Munich last five-matches (all competition): L-W-W-D-D
Union Berlin last five-matches (all competition): D-W-W-W-W
Head-to-head stats
- Total matches played: 7
- Matches won by Bayern Munich: 4
- Ties: 3
- Matches won by Union Berlin: 0
Bayern Munch vs Union Berlin predicted lineup
Given below are the predicted lineups and starting formations for both the two sides:
Bayern Munich
Predicted starting formation: (4-2-3-1)
Predicted lineup:
Sommer, Cancelo, Bouna Sarr, De Ligt, Davies, Kimmich, Goretzka, Sane, Müller, Gnabry, and Choupo-Moting
Union Berlin
Predicted starting formation: (3-5-2)
Predicted lineup
Ronnow, Doekhi, Knoche, Leite, Juranovic, Laidouni, Khedira, Haberer, Roussillon, Behrens, and Becker
Players to watch
Both teams have some standout players to watch out for in their squads. Check the out two players to watch out for in the upcoming match:
Bayern Munich: Jamal Musiala
Jamal Musiala is a 19-year-old attacking midfielder who has been nothing short of remarkable as he constantly starts every game for Bayern Munich. The youngster has excellent control and can outmuscle defenders in difficult situations. He is currently one of the hottest talents in the world and has even featured for the German team.
Union Berlin: Danilho Doekhi
Danilho Doekhi is a centre-back who is the most unlikely goal threat against opponents. Union Berlin’s goal threat from corners is statistically 17 per cent higher than the league average all due to Doekhi.
Match facts
Currently, Bayern Munich have lost only two Bundesliga games this season. Interestingly, it is also their best record at this stage of the campaign in over six seasons.
Meanwhile Berlin are also having their own good season as they sit second in the Bundesliga for finishing effectiveness, with a +13.5 score. Berlin are currently in the third spot, level on points with second-placed Dortmund and first-placed Bayern Munich with 43 points.
Injury updates and player news
Bayern Munich currently have a long injury list of stars like Sadio Mane, Lucas Hernandez, Manuel Neuer, and Noussair Mazraoui. These players will be sitting out the upcoming match. Meanwhile, Upamecano will also sit out after receiving a red card against Gladbach. Mane, who has been out after hurting his knee since November, could resume full team training in the upcoming weeks.
Uninion Berlin on the other hand could see Jordan Siebatcheu making a return, Diogo Leite however, might sit out owing to illness.
Bayern Munich vs Union Berlin prediction
Bayern Munich will most likely dominate control and possession for most parts of the match. The Bavarians will most likely get several opportunities to score and capitalise on a couple of those opportunities. Union Berlin will create several chances of their own as they are still riding on an impressive season so far. However, the team will likely lose this match although they may avoid giving their opponents a clean sheet.
Predicted score: Bayern Munich 2-1 Union Berlin
Bayern Munich vs Union Berlin live telecast details
Footballs fans in the following countries can watch the live telecast of the Bayern Munich vs Union Berlin match on the following channels:
- India – Sonly Liv
- USA – Sling Orange or fuboTV,
- Nigeria – 254 DT
- UK – Sky Sports
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