Match Analysis: Union Berlin vs SC Freiburg – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-11-01
- Time: 2:30 PM UTC
- Location: Stadion An der Alten Försterei, Berlin
Game Overview
The Bundesliga match between Union Berlin (home) and SC Freiburg (away) pits two mid-table teams with Union Berlin holding a historical upper hand in their head-to-head clashes. Union Berlin has been undefeated in the last five meetings (3 wins, 2 draws) against Freiburg and showed solid home form, while Freiburg struggles with key injuries and suspensions but has a balanced recent form.
Key Factors to Consider
- Union Berlin currently sits 10th and has a mixed Bundesliga campaign, with a 1.38 average goals scored and 1.88 conceded per game. They have recently scored 14 goals in their last 5 matches, showing moderate attacking strength. Freiburg performs slightly worse defensively with an average of 1.63 goals allowed but also struggles with scoring consistency, averaging fewer goals per match lately.
- In their last 16 Bundesliga meetings since 2014, Union Berlin won 9 times, Freiburg 3 times, with 4 draws. The recent 5 matches favor Union Berlin with no losses (3 wins, 2 draws). Overall, Union Berlin has a 50% win rate against Freiburg historically, underlining psychological and tactical edges at home.
- Union Berlin is missing key players Andrik Markgraf, Josip Juranovic, Robert Skov, and Livan Burcu due to injuries. Freiburg faces suspensions for Philipp Lienhart and injuries to Cyriaque Irie, Eren Dinkci, Patrick Osterhage, and Daniel-Kofi Kyereh, potentially weakening their lineup further.
- The match is played at Union Berlin's Stadion An der Alten Försterei where they enjoy solid fan support. Weather or pitch conditions have not been indicated as concerns. Media and betting interest are high, with multiple broadcasters and streaming platforms covering the game across Europe.
- Union Berlin aims to improve their mid-table standing with home advantage and a strong psychological edge from recent unbeaten H2H streaks. Freiburg looks to overturn their poor away record against Union Berlin and recover from injury setbacks, motivated to climb the Bundesliga table.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Union Berlin: 156, SC Freiburg: 183, Draw: 220 | Union Berlin win | ★★★☆☆ 65% |
| Spread | Union Berlin: -122, SC Freiburg: 102, Spread_line: 0 | Union Berlin -0 | ★★★☆☆ 60% |
| Over/under | Over 2.25: -118, Under 2.25: -102 | Under 2.25 goals | ★★★☆☆ 55% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Union Berlin 36% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 2.25 9% |
🔥 Best Value Pick: Union Berlin at 36% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 22.9% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Union Berlin is predicted to edge out SC Freiburg in a closely contested match, likely with a narrow margin, benefiting from their unbeaten recent record at home against Freiburg and current squad fitness advantage.
Predicted Score: 2-1