Bundesliga Regular Season - 30
Union Berlin 1 - 2 FT VfL Wolfsburg
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
P. Wimmer (J. Maehle) 11'
HT
D. Pejcinovic (C. Eriksen) 46'
J. Belocian 58'
68' ↓ T. Rothe ↑D. Kohn
68' ↓ I. Ansah ↑T. Skarke
↓ M. Amoura ↑A. Daghim 71'
↓ P. Wimmer ↑Y. Gerhardt 71'
75' ↓ A. Kemlein ↑A. Schafer
78' R. Khedira
85' O. Burke (A. Ilic)
↓ C. Eriksen ↑M. Arnold 86'
88' ↓ R. Khedira ↑L. Burcu
88' ↓ C. Trimmel ↑J. Haberer
↓ A. Zehnter ↑M. Jenz 90'+3
↓ D. Pejcinovic ↑K. Shiogai 90'+3
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Union Berlin
Goalkeepers
Frederik Ronnow 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Danilho Doekhi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Leopold Querfeld 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
62%
Pass Acc
Diogo Leite
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
50%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
Christopher Trimmel
ARCHITECT
5
Key Passes
5
Key Passes
0
Assists
40%
Pass Acc
Rani Khedira 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Aljoscha Kemlein
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
75
Total Mins
75
Entry
Tom Rothe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
68
Total Mins
68
Entry
Forwards
Oliver Burke 
CLUTCH HERO
85
Goal Time
85
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.6
Rating
Andrej Ilić 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Ilyas Ansah
PROVOCATEUR
5
Fouls Won
5
Fouls Won
9
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
BENCH
Carl Klaus 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Stanley N'Soki
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Josip Juranović
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Derrick Köhn
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Alex Král
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Janik Haberer
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
6
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tim Skarke
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
26
Total Mins
Started
Entry
András Schäfer
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Livan Burcu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
7
Total Mins
Started
Entry
VfL Wolfsburg
Goalkeepers
Kamil Grabara
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Jeanuël Belocian
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Denis Vavro
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Konstantinos Koulierakis 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
45%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
Joakim Mæhle
PROVOCATEUR
4
Fouls Won
4
Fouls Won
10
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Christian Eriksen 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
2
Key Passes
7.2
Rating
Vinícius Souza
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Aaron Zehnter 
NPC
93
Minutes
93
Minutes
21%
Pass Acc
6.2
Rating
Forwards
Patrick Wimmer 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Mohamed Amoura
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
71
Total Mins
71
Entry
Dženan Pejčinović
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
BENCH
Pavao Pervan
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Saël Kumbedi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jonas Adjei Adjetey
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Moritz Jenz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Maximilian Arnold
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yannick Gerhardt
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
23
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lovro Majer
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Adam Daghim
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
23
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kento Shiogai
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/06/2025 | VfL Wolfsburg | 3 - 1 | Union Berlin | Bundesliga | Volkswagen Arena |
| 04/06/2025 | Union Berlin | 1 - 0 | VfL Wolfsburg | Bundesliga | Stadion An der Alten Försterei |
| 11/23/2024 | VfL Wolfsburg | 1 - 0 | Union Berlin | Bundesliga | Volkswagen Arena |
| 02/10/2024 | Union Berlin | 1 - 0 | VfL Wolfsburg | Bundesliga | Stadion An der Alten Försterei |
| 09/16/2023 | VfL Wolfsburg | 2 - 1 | Union Berlin | Bundesliga | Volkswagen Arena |
| 03/12/2023 | VfL Wolfsburg | 1 - 1 | Union Berlin | Bundesliga | VOLKSWAGEN ARENA |
12/06/2025
04/06/2025
11/23/2024
02/10/2024
09/16/2023
03/12/2023
Union Berlin Win
VfL Wolfsburg Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 30 GD: +80
P: 30 GD: +30
P: 30 GD: +22
P: 30 GD: +20
P: 30 GD: +15
P: 30 GD: +19
P: 30 GD: -4
P: 30 GD: -2
P: 30 GD: -16
P: 30 GD: -9
P: 30 GD: -18
P: 30 GD: -7
P: 30 GD: -14
P: 30 GD: -15
P: 30 GD: -18
P: 30 GD: -25
P: 30 GD: -25
P: 30 GD: -33
League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | Pts | GF | GA | GD | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bayern München | 31 | 82 | 113 | 32 | +81 | |
| 2 | Borussia Dortmund | 30 | 64 | 61 | 31 | +30 | |
| 3 | RB Leipzig | 31 | 62 | 62 | 38 | +24 | |
| 4 | 1899 Hoffenheim | 31 | 57 | 61 | 45 | +16 | |
| 5 | VfB Stuttgart | 30 | 56 | 62 | 42 | +20 | |
| 6 | Bayer Leverkusen | 31 | 55 | 62 | 42 | +20 | |
| 7 | Eintracht Frankfurt | 31 | 43 | 56 | 58 | -2 | |
| 8 | SC Freiburg | 30 | 43 | 44 | 48 | -4 | |
| 9 | FC Augsburg | 31 | 37 | 39 | 55 | -16 | |
| 10 | FSV Mainz 05 | 31 | 34 | 39 | 49 | -10 | |
| 11 | Borussia Mönchengladbach | 31 | 32 | 36 | 50 | -14 | |
| 12 | Union Berlin | 31 | 32 | 35 | 55 | -20 | |
| 13 | 1. FC Köln | 31 | 31 | 45 | 53 | -8 | |
| 14 | Hamburger SV | 31 | 31 | 34 | 50 | -16 | |
| 15 | Werder Bremen | 30 | 31 | 35 | 53 | -18 | |
| 16 | FC St. Pauli | 31 | 26 | 26 | 53 | -27 | |
| 17 | VfL Wolfsburg | 31 | 25 | 41 | 66 | -25 | |
| 18 | 1. FC Heidenheim | 31 | 22 | 35 | 66 | -31 |
P: 31 GD: +81
P: 30 GD: +30
P: 31 GD: +24
P: 31 GD: +16
P: 30 GD: +20
P: 31 GD: +20
P: 31 GD: -2
P: 30 GD: -4
P: 31 GD: -16
P: 31 GD: -10
P: 31 GD: -14
P: 31 GD: -20
P: 31 GD: -8
P: 31 GD: -16
P: 30 GD: -18
P: 31 GD: -27
P: 31 GD: -25
P: 31 GD: -31
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Wolfsburg Survive the Alte Försterei Siege
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 56/100. A smash-and-grab masterclass where brutal efficiency conquered overwhelming statistical dominance.
A Shock to the System
Stadion An der Alten Försterei was stunned into early silence as the visitors executed the perfect counter-raid. The Intensity spiked immediately when P. Wimmer found the back of the net in the 11th minute, expertly set up by J. Maehle. From that moment, Union Berlin edged possession and practically set up camp in the opposition half. The hosts turned the pitch into a shooting gallery, attempting an outrageous 24 total shots over the ninety minutes. Yet, despite creating a barrage of chances, their lack of a killer instinct allowed Wolfsburg to absorb the relentless pressure and miraculously keep their slender lead intact through to the interval.
The Clinical Sucker Punch
Any hopes of a swift Berlin comeback were extinguished right after the restart. In a moment that completely shifted the Balance of the match, D. Pejcinovic doubled the advantage in the 46th minute, burying a rare chance carved out by C. Eriksen. The Upset Factor was soaring. Wolfsburg conjured two goals from a microscopic 0.19 expected goals, a true testament to ruthless finishing in hostile territory. At the other end, Union's attackers were constantly thwarted by Kamil Grabara. The visiting goalkeeper stood like a brick wall, pulling off six crucial saves to frustrate the likes of Christopher Trimmel, who was busy carving open the defence with five key passes.
Too Little, Too Late
The final stages saw the Stakes reach boiling point as the hosts launched a desperate aerial bombardment. Ten corners painted a picture of unyielding set-piece pressure. The breakthrough finally arrived in the 85th minute when O. Burke struck, capitalising on an A. Ilic assist to set up a grandstand finish. It was a terribly nervous finale for the 17th-placed visitors, but they held firm against the endless waves of red shirts. This gritty away victory breathes essential new life into Wolfsburg's desperate relegation battle, leaving mid-table Union scratching their heads after utterly dominating the underlying metrics.
Key Questions
What made Christopher Trimmel the Man of the Match?
Trimmel was the creative fulcrum, delivering an outstanding five key passes to consistently unlock the defence, even though his teammates failed to fully capitalise on his service.
What does this mean for Union Berlin's season?
Sitting 11th in the table, Union remain comfortable in mid-table obscurity, but this frustrating home defeat squanders a valuable opportunity to build late-season momentum.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Desperation and Drama at the Alte Försterei
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 76/100. With VfL Wolfsburg fighting for their top-flight lives, this tense encounter promises massive implications for the Bundesliga survival race.
The Setup
The tension will be palpable at the Stadion An der Alten Försterei. Union Berlin currently sit 11th with 32 points, but a dreadful run of results leaves them vulnerable. Meanwhile, VfL Wolfsburg are in complete freefall, languishing in 17th on just 21 points. A bleak Form rating for both sides suggests a nervy, error-prone affair where confidence is utterly absent. The data points to incredibly leaky defenses—combining to concede four goals per game—which elevates the competitive Balance of the tie. Make no mistake, the Stakes are colossal for the visitors; this is a true relegation dogfight. While Stars might be in short supply, sheer desperation will drive the intensity through the roof.
Key Battle
It is a clash of Wolfsburg's desperate attacking unit against Union Berlin's fragile backline. The visitors have no choice but to push men forward, meaning the home side's forwards will be licking their lips at the inevitable counter-attacking spaces.
Our Prediction
We expect a scrappy, chaotic draw. Neither defense can be trusted to keep a clean sheet, and Wolfsburg's desperation will force an open game, ending in a 2-2 stalemate that does little to aid the visitors' survival hopes.