In an exciting Bundesliga clash, Union Berlin hosted Bayern Munich for Matchday 10 of the 2025/26 season. The match took place at the historic Alten Försterei stadium.
Match Overview
The tension was palpable as the two teams commenced their battle on the pitch. Bayern Munich aimed to continue their impressive form with a chance to set a Bundesliga record for consecutive victories.
Early Highlights
- Starting Moments: The match kicked off at 15:28 with Bayern in possession.
- Initial Pressure: Union Berlin quickly engaged Bayern, showing solid defensive skills and aggression.
- Early Scoring Attempt: Union’s Haberer had a shot blocked by Bayern’s Tah, demonstrating the home side’s intent.
Key Events Leading Up to Goals
By the 13th minute, Union pressed hard, leading to a potential goal that was disallowed due to offside. Despite the setback, they maintained their attacking momentum.
Union’s relentless attacking style eventually paid off. In the 29th minute, following a corner from Haberer, Doekhi scored with a header, putting Union ahead amid a goalkeeping error from Neuer.
Defensive Challenges
- Bayern’s Response: Throughout the first half, Bayern struggled to find their rhythm but gradually began to break free from Union’s pressure.
- Freekicks: Kimmich’s efforts from set pieces were consistently defended by Union, showcasing their organized defensive setup.
- Referee Decisions: The officiating was overseen by Florian Exner, with VAR assistance from Katrin Rafalski, ensuring fair play.
Historical Context
This matchup marked the 13th encounter between both teams in Bundesliga history. Remarkably, Union had yet to secure a victory against Bayern, who previously won eight matches and drew four.
Interestingly, their last meeting in March 2025 ended in a 1-1 draw, providing a glimmer of hope for Union fans.
Coaches’ Strategy
Bayern’s coach Vincent Kompany opted for minimal rotation after their Champions League victory against PSG. Meanwhile, Union’s Steffen Baumgart made three changes to his lineup, aiming for added dynamism.
Record on the Line
Bayern Munich was on the brink of equaling a record for the most consecutive Bundesliga wins, previously achieved in the 2015/16 season under Pep Guardiola when they won their first ten matches.
As the match progressed, the atmosphere remained charged, with fans eager to see if Union could pull off an upset or if Bayern could continue their successful streak.
