RB Leipzig vs. Union Berlin: Bundesliga Match Preview

Unbeaten Streaks on the Line in Leipzig

Match Details

* Teams: RB Leipzig vs. Union Berlin * Date: 18th September 2023 * Time: 17:30 CET * Venue: Red Bull Arena

RB Leipzig

RB Leipzig comes into this match in great form. They are unbeaten in their last five matches, with four wins and a draw. Nonetheless, the team's start to the Bundesliga season has been inconsistent. Nevertheless, they currently sit in 11th place with 8 points from 6 matches.

Leipzig's Recent Form

* Bundesliga: W, D, D, W, W * DFB Pokal: D

Key Players:

* Christopher Nkunku * Timo Werner * Emil Forsberg

Union Berlin

Union Berlin have also made a solid start to the season. They are currently 5th in the Bundesliga table with 12 points from 6 matches. Nevertheless, their recent form has been indifferent. They have won just one of their last four matches.

Union's Recent Form

* Bundesliga: W, L, W, D, L * DFB Pokal: W

Key Players:

* Sheraldo Becker * Jordan Siebatcheu * Rani Khedira

Previous Meetings

These two teams have met on 7 previous occasions. Leipzig has won 3 times, Union Berlin has won twice, and there have been 2 draws.

Prediction

This is a tough match to call. Both teams are in good form and they will be looking to continue their unbeaten streaks. However, Leipzig has the home advantage and they will be confident of getting the win. Predicted Score: RB Leipzig 2-1 Union Berlin