Union Berlin vs Borussia Dortmund: match statistics
Borussia Dortmund presents significantly better form and table position (2nd place) compared to Union Berlin (9th place). The visitors are distinguished by impressive away effectiveness – 44% of away matches won and the fact that they haven't recorded a single match without scoring a goal (FTS% 0%). Union Berlin has weaker home form with just 33% wins and a higher average of conceded goals (1.44) than Dortmund (1.22). Dortmund also holds the advantage in possession (51% vs 38%) and better shot conversion (16% vs 13%). The difference in goal difference (+5 for Dortmund vs +2 for Union) and better form in the last 5 matches (2.0 PPG vs 1.8 PPG) further speak for the visitors. A draw remains a real option due to the high percentage of draws for both teams (44% for Union at home and 44% for Dortmund away).
Union Berlin vs Borussia Dortmund: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Union Berlin played against Borussia Dortmund in Bundesliga (Germany). The game was played on January 24, 2026. Final score: 0:3.
Recent form
Union Berlin has 2 wins, 3 draws and 0 losses over its last five games, averaging 1.80 points per game. Borussia Dortmund has 3 wins, 2 draws and 0 losses, with 2.20 points per game.
Scoring records
Union Berlin scores 1.33 goals per game and allows 1.50. Borussia Dortmund scores 1.94 and allows 0.94. Games in this league average 3.23 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 61% of Union Berlin's games and 50% of Borussia Dortmund's. The Over 2.5 rates are 56% and 44%, compared with league averages of 58% for BTTS and 63% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Borussia Dortmund has the higher season xG average, 1.51 to 1.39 per game. Union Berlin takes 13.1 shots per game, while Borussia Dortmund takes 12.3.
First-half and second-half trends
Union Berlin leads at halftime in 28% of its games and scores 0.83 goals per game after halftime. Borussia Dortmund leads at halftime in 72% and scores 0.94 after halftime.
When the teams score
Union Berlin's most productive scoring window is minutes 76-90+ (8 goals). For Borussia Dortmund, it is minutes 31-45+ (12 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Bundesliga games average 3.23 goals. Both teams score in 58% 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 0 home wins, 0 draws and 1 away win. Those games averaged 3.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 0% 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
Borussia Dortmund presents significantly better form and table position (2nd place) compared to Union Berlin (9th place). The visitors are distinguished by impressive away effectiveness – 44% of away matches won and the fact that they haven't recorded a single match without scoring a goal (FTS% 0%). Union Berlin has weaker home form with just 33% wins and a higher average of conceded goals (1.44) than Dortmund (1.22). Dortmund also holds the advantage in possession (51% vs 38%) and better shot conversion (16% vs 13%). The difference in goal difference (+5 for Dortmund vs +2 for Union) and better form in the last 5 matches (2.0 PPG vs 1.8 PPG) further speak for the visitors. A draw remains a real option due to the high percentage of draws for both teams (44% for Union at home and 44% for Dortmund away).
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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
| Union Berlin | Borussia Dortmund | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 28% | 39% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.12 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.36 | 0.41 |
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.
Borussia Dortmund is 22% better for: last-5 form.
1.8 pts / game - Union Berlin · 2.2 pts / game - Borussia Dortmund
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.
Borussia Dortmund is 46% better for: goals scored per game.
1.33 goals / game - Union Berlin · 1.94 goals / game - Borussia Dortmund
Borussia Dortmund is 60% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.5 goals / game - Union Berlin · 0.94 goals / game - Borussia Dortmund
Union Berlin scores in 72% of games (13 of 18 meczów), while Borussia Dortmund keeps a clean sheet in 50% (9 of 18 meczów).
Borussia Dortmund scores in 100% of games (18 of 18 meczów), while Union Berlin keeps a clean sheet in 22% (4 of 18 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 - Union Berlin
Over / Under - Borussia Dortmund
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.
Borussia Dortmund is 96% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.22 pts / game - Union Berlin · 2.39 pts / game - Borussia Dortmund
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Union Berlin - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 28% of games and wins 33%. 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.
Borussia Dortmund - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 72% of games and wins 61%. Usually protects a halftime lead through the final whistle.
Allows 0.6 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.60 | 2.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.0 | 1.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 0.6 |
| Average goals per game | 0.4 | 2.2 |
| 1 goal | 40% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 0% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 40% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 40% |
| No goal | 100% | 0% |
| Goal difference | -2 | +5 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 2.60 | 1.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.0 | 1.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.2 | 1.0 |
| Average goals per game | 1.2 | 2.4 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 40% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 40% |
| No goal | 0% | 20% |
| Goal difference | +4 | +2 |
* 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 76-90 (8 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (8). Late-goal balance (76-90): 0.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (12 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (7). Late-goal balance (76-90): +1 - wins late phases.
* 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
Union Berlin
Borussia Dortmund
* 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
| Union Berlin | Liga | Borussia Dortmund | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 2.83 | 3.23 | ▼ 2.89 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 61% | 58% | ▼ 50% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 56% | 63% | ▼ 44% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 22% | 24% | ▲ 50% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 67% | 77% | ▲ 89% |
| Goal after half-time | • 83% | 82% | ▼ 72% |
^ 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
Substitutes
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.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
Head-to-head
Record from Union Berlin's perspective: 0 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss against Borussia Dortmund. Games average 3.00 goals, and both teams scored in 0% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Union Berlin vs Borussia Dortmund?
The Bundesliga match finished Union Berlin 0:3 Borussia Dortmund. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Union Berlin vs Borussia Dortmund?
Union Berlin score 1.33 goals per game on average and Borussia Dortmund 1.94. The Bundesliga average is 3.23 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 63% of games. Both teams score in 61% of Union Berlin's matches and 50% of Borussia Dortmund's.
What form are Union Berlin and Borussia Dortmund in?
Over the last 5 games Union Berlin have a 2-3-0 record (1.80 points per game) and Borussia Dortmund 3-2-0 (2.20 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Union Berlin vs Borussia Dortmund?
Here you can check the pre-match numbers for Union Berlin vs Borussia Dortmund: form, H2H, goals and Over/Under. The pick itself, value and reasoning are published in the NoFluffPicks app.