Hoffenheim vs Union Berlin: match statistics
Hoffenheim is displaying significantly better form, averaging 2.6 points per match in their last five games, while Union Berlin has managed only 1.2 points. The hosts are on an impressive run of four consecutive victories and have conceded just two goals in their last five matches, showcasing a solid defense. At home, Hoffenheim wins 67% of their games, averaging 2.33 goals scored and conceding only 1.33 goals per match. Union Berlin performs considerably worse away from home – they win only 33% of their matches, have a negative goal difference (-5), and average just one goal scored per away game. Hoffenheim's advantage in xG statistics (1.73 vs 1.39) and possession (54% vs 40%) further confirms their dominance. Considering all factors, Hoffenheim is the clear favorite in this clash.
Hoffenheim vs Union Berlin: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Hoffenheim played against Union Berlin in Bundesliga (Germany). The game was played on January 31, 2026. Final score: 3:1.
Recent form
Hoffenheim has 4 wins, 1 draw and 0 losses over its last five games, averaging 2.60 points per game. Union Berlin has 1 win, 3 draws and 1 loss, with 1.20 points per game.
Scoring records
Hoffenheim scores 2.11 goals per game and allows 1.16. Union Berlin scores 1.26 and allows 1.58. Games in this league average 3.20 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 63% of Hoffenheim's games and 58% of Union Berlin's. The Over 2.5 rates are 63% and 58%, compared with league averages of 57% for BTTS and 63% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Hoffenheim has the higher season xG average, 1.53 to 1.38 per game. Hoffenheim takes 13.1 shots per game, while Union Berlin takes 12.9.
First-half and second-half trends
Hoffenheim leads at halftime in 47% of its games and scores 1.00 goals per game after halftime. Union Berlin leads at halftime in 26% and scores 0.79 after halftime.
When the teams score
Hoffenheim's most productive scoring window is minutes 31-45+ (10 goals). For Union Berlin, it is minutes 76-90+ (8 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Bundesliga games average 3.20 goals. Both teams score in 57% of games, and 63% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 1 home win, 0 draws and 0 away wins. Those games averaged 6.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 100% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Hoffenheim is displaying significantly better form, averaging 2.6 points per match in their last five games, while Union Berlin has managed only 1.2 points. The hosts are on an impressive run of four consecutive victories and have conceded just two goals in their last five matches, showcasing a solid defense. At home, Hoffenheim wins 67% of their games, averaging 2.33 goals scored and conceding only 1.33 goals per match. Union Berlin performs considerably worse away from home – they win only 33% of their matches, have a negative goal difference (-5), and average just one goal scored per away game. Hoffenheim's advantage in xG statistics (1.73 vs 1.39) and possession (54% vs 40%) further confirms their dominance. Considering all factors, Hoffenheim is the clear favorite in this clash.
View the statistical overviewStats by half
Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Hoffenheim | Union Berlin | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 38% | 28% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.12 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.43 | 0.35 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Hoffenheim is 117% better for: last-5 form.
2.6 pts / game - Hoffenheim · 1.2 pts / game - Union Berlin
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Hoffenheim is 67% better for: goals scored per game.
2.11 goals / game - Hoffenheim · 1.26 goals / game - Union Berlin
Hoffenheim is 36% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.16 goals / game - Hoffenheim · 1.58 goals / game - Union Berlin
Hoffenheim scores in 84% of games (16 of 19 meczów), while Union Berlin keeps a clean sheet in 21% (4 of 19 meczów).
Union Berlin scores in 68% of games (13 of 19 meczów), while Hoffenheim keeps a clean sheet in 26% (5 of 19 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Hoffenheim
Over / Under - Union Berlin
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Hoffenheim is 45% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.68 pts / game - Hoffenheim · 1.16 pts / game - Union Berlin
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Hoffenheim - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 47% of games and wins 63%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Union Berlin - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 26% of games and wins 32%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.3 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 2.00 | 1.80 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.2 | 1.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.2 | 0.2 |
| Average goals per game | 1.4 | 1.2 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 80% |
| No goal | 40% | 40% |
| Goal difference | +5 | +4 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.40 | 2.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.0 | 1.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 0.6 | 1.8 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 0% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 40% |
| No goal | 100% | 20% |
| Goal difference | -3 | +1 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (10 goals). Concedes most in 46-60 (5). Late-goal balance (76-90): +2 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (8 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (9). Late-goal balance (76-90): -1 - late phases are a weakness.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Hoffenheim
Union Berlin
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Bundesliga).
Teams vs league
| Hoffenheim | Liga | Union Berlin | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | • 3.26 | 3.20 | ▼ 2.84 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 63% | 57% | • 58% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | • 63% | 63% | ▼ 58% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 26% | 24% | ▼ 21% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 89% | 77% | ▼ 68% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 74% | 81% | ▲ 84% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Head-to-head
Record from Hoffenheim's perspective: 1 win, 0 draws and 0 losses against Union Berlin. Games average 6.00 goals, and both teams scored in 100% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Hoffenheim vs Union Berlin?
The Bundesliga match finished Hoffenheim 3:1 Union Berlin. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Hoffenheim vs Union Berlin?
Hoffenheim score 2.11 goals per game on average and Union Berlin 1.26. The Bundesliga average is 3.20 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 63% of games. Both teams score in 63% of Hoffenheim's matches and 58% of Union Berlin's.
What form are Hoffenheim and Union Berlin in?
Over the last 5 games Hoffenheim have a 4-1-0 record (2.60 points per game) and Union Berlin 1-3-1 (1.20 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Hoffenheim vs Union Berlin?
This page shows the full statistical context — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under. The tip, value assessment and full reasoning are in the NoFluffPicks app.