Expected goals
SC Freiburg surpasses 1. FC Union Berlin 2-0 and earns three points in the Bundesliga
Hosts impose themselves at Europa-Park-Stadion on the ninth round and extend positive momentum in the German championship
SC Freiburg made the most of their home advantage at Europa-Park-Stadion and defeated 1. FC Union Berlin 2-0 on Sunday, in a match valid for the ninth round of the Bundesliga. The positive result consolidates an important sequence for the home team, which was boosted by a win in the previous round. Meanwhile, the team from the German capital suffered a new setback after a series of draws in the tournament.
Incidents
Match Recap
With a solid attitude in front of their fans, the hosts built a 2-0 score with consistency to nullify any visitors' attempts. The defensive attitude allowed the team to maintain safety throughout the ninety minutes, without conceding dangerous spaces to the opponent. Union Berlin tried to balance the territorial actions, but stumbled upon the hosts' organization and failed to breach the defense.
Statistics
Possession
Shots on target
Pass accuracy
Match DNA
Six-dimensional comparison
1st half → 2nd half
Who grew or faded after the break
xG
Possession
Shots on target %
Pass %
Duels won %
Anatomy of the shots
Where each shot ended up
Territory map
Action intensity by pitch third
SC Freiburg
1. FC Union Berlin
Darker shades mean more activity in that zone
Duels
Who won more battles
Ground
Aerial
Dribbles
Player impact
Accurate passes × offensive actions (size = rating)
Players with 30+ min only.
Match standout
Top-rated player's share of the team
1. FC Union Berlin
Frederik Rønnow
G · #1
Rating: 9.10
Match Highlights
The structured performance of the home team reflected a fine-tuned collective functioning throughout the entire duel in the ninth round. The group maintained regularity in all sectors to neutralize the visitors and ensure the triumph with tranquility. On the other hand, Berlin's formation found difficulties in imposing their game rhythm and ended up dominated in the decisive moments of the match.
What the Numbers Say
The result reflects the recent moment experienced by the two clubs within the national competition. The home team now reaches a record of 2 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses in their last 5 games played, gaining momentum in the season. Meanwhile, the visitors, who record 1 win, 3 draws, and 1 loss in the last five matches, stumble again after three consecutive draws.
Lineup
How teams lined up at kick-off
SC Freiburg
Manager: Julian Schuster
Starters
Goalkeeper
Defenders
Midfielders
Forwards
Bench
1. FC Union Berlin
Manager: Mauro Lustrinelli
Starters
Goalkeeper
Defenders
Midfielders
Forwards
Bench
Man of the match
Frederik Rønnow
1. FC Union Berlin
Referee
Sascha Stegemann
What Changes Now
Both teams return to the field on Saturday, November 21, 2026, for the tenth round of the Bundesliga. SC Freiburg will play away from home against SV 07 Elversberg at the Ursapharm-Arena an der Kaiserlinde. On the same date, 1. FC Union Berlin will act in their domains at the An der alten Försterei stadium, where they will receive RB Leipzig in search of recovery in the championship.




