Bundesliga: Union Berlin Face Stern Gladbach Test

Union Berlin vs Borussia Monchengladbach

The international break is over once more, and we are here to bring you some Bundesliga action this weekend.

The top-seeded Borussia Monchengladbach are set to face the streaking Union Berlin in what should be an intriguing match-up in the league’s 12^th match day.

The Foals still continue to roll by holding the top spot at the table with 25 points, and they hold a four-point lead against the likes of RB Leipzig, SC Freiburg, and defending champions Bayern Munich.

Getting to the top spot is one thing but staying there is another, which is why it’s imperative that Marco Rose’s side will win this match in order to give themselves a larger cushion. They’ll have a three-game stretch where they’ll face the likes of SC Freiburg, Bayern Munich, and Wolfsburg in the next few days.

Union Berlin, meanwhile, are at the 11^th spot with 13 points and they are currently on a two-match winning streak after winning against Hertha BSC and FSV Mainz 05.

For now, allow SBOBET to give you some talking points ahead on this Saturday fixture.

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Union Berlin’s feel good story

Last May, Die Eisernen made history to become the first team from East Berlin to reach top-flight status in the Bundesliga, and it’s a great story to tell in itself given what they’ve went through ever since they existed.

Union Berlin have weathered a myriad of problems – from experiencing a long losing spell, dire financial times, and to almost losing their club licence 2008 due to a faulty stadium, which is why seeing them compete and sitting at the 11^th spot at the table should make their ever-loyal fans feel good about themselves.

Despite losing 4-0 to RB Leipzig in the league’s opening match day, Die Eisernen tallied a momentous 3-1 win over Borussia Dortmund. Fast forward to today, they are on a two-game winning streak with wins against Hertha BSC and FSV Mainz 05.

A big part of their success this season can be owed to their skipper in Christopher Trimmel. The 32-year-old is currently the league’s top assist man as a defender with three, and he is expected to produce more of those along with some Bundesliga 2019 highlights.

Urs Fischer’s side also has a gem in Sebastian Andersson. The 28-year-old forward is one of the league leaders in goals netted with five, and he should continue to be at the forefront of Union Berlin’s attack.

For this upcoming game against the league leaders, Union Berlin will have pretty much of their core in the starting XI. However, they will be missing the services of Suleiman Abdullahi and Akaki Gogia due to injuries while midfielder Robert Andrich will serve his one-match suspension after picking up his fifth yellow card in their last match.

Gladbach’s continuous retooling

Borussia Monchengladbach are one of the exciting teams to watch this season because of their key players stepping up in big moments.

Bundesliga: Marcus Thuram has been performing great playing for Borussia Monchengladbach — Marcus Thuram celebrates scoring for Borussia Monchengladbach against AS Roma

They have the likes of Breel Embolo, Marcus Thuram, and Alassane Plea for their attack, while they have Denis Zakaria and Laszlo Benes to man the midfield. Their backline also features the likes of Ramy Bensebaini, Nico Elvedi, Matthias Ginter which have only conceded 11 goals so far this term.

But even with a stacked roster, team manager Marco Rose continues to do some wheeling and dealing. For starters, they’ve managed to retain the services of Florian Neuhaus up until the 2024 season as one of their foundational pieces.

They’ve also added a young bright piece in Joe Scally to compete for a spot at full-back. Scally is only 16 years old and he possesses good physical tools for Gladbach. He kind of reminds us of Liverpool’s Trent Alexander-Arnold with his poise and athletic gifts. He is set to join the team in January 2021 after playing for New York City FC in the MLS.

On Saturday, Rose is expected to miss the services of Breel Embolo, Christoph Kramer, Tony Jantschke, and Tobias Sippel due to injuries. Ramy Bensebaini, who was the team’s main catalyst against Werder, will sit this one out due to a suspension.

History

This match on Saturday will mark their third encounter ever. Monchengladbach have won in one match along with one draw.

They last met in August 2010 where Gladbach won with a 4-1 tally.

Betting Tip

	Union Berlin vs Borussia Monchengladbach	Borussia Monchengladbach Asian Handicap -0.25 @ 1.82
	November 23, 22:30 (GMT+8)

Our Bundesliga 2019 odds have Borussia Monchengladbach at 2.08, Union Berlin at 3.35, and a draw placed at 3.45 in the 1×2 market.

I pick the road team to bring home the win given their loaded lineup. However, Union Berlin’s inspired play as of late shouldn’t be overlooked if you’re Marco Rose.

Nonetheless, we can expect a raucous crowd at the Alten Forsterei Stadium for a thrilling match ahead!