Match Preview: Dortmund vs Union Berlin, Bundesliga Edition: Overview, Prediction, Pivotal Figures
Borussia Dortmund and Union Berlin are set to face off in the Bundesliga on Sunday, with both teams looking to continue their impressive form.
Serhou Guirassy has been in scintillating form for Dortmund, scoring in six consecutive Bundesliga appearances. If he manages to find the back of the net against Union Berlin, he will achieve a remarkable feat by scoring in seven straight Bundesliga matches for the first time. Guirassy already has a special connection with Union Berlin, having scored the only four-goal haul of his senior career in their last encounter.
Dortmund's opponents, Union Berlin, have made a strong start to the 2025-26 season. They started with a 2-1 home win over Stuttgart, with debutant Ilyas Ansah scoring twice. Ansah, who made his first Bundesliga appearance for Union Berlin in the opening match of the season, could be key once again as they aim to start the season with two wins for only the second time, after the 2023-24 season.
Union Berlin have never picked up a point against Borussia Dortmund on their travels, but they will be hoping to change that this time around. However, Dortmund have won their last four home games in the Bundesliga, keeping clean sheets in the last two.
Fabio Silva, who has joined Borussia Dortmund from Wolves for €25m (£21m), is expected to play a significant role for the home team. Silva, who had a fruitful loan spell in LaLiga with Las Palmas last season, believes he can contribute in various aspects of the game for Dortmund.
Coach Niko Kovac expects a different game for Dortmund against Union Berlin. Despite their impressive run, Dortmund failed to win their opening game of the 2025-26 Bundesliga season, drawing 3-3 at St. Pauli after holding a 3-1 lead. Kovac will be hoping for a better performance this time around.
According to Opta, the probability of Borussia Dortmund winning is 64.9%, Union Berlin winning is 16.2%, and the probability of a draw is 18.8%. However, statistics often don't tell the whole story, and both teams will be eager to prove their worth on the pitch.
In their previous encounter in February 2025, Dortmund defeated Union Berlin 6-0. However, Union Berlin will be looking to put up a stronger fight this time around and potentially cause an upset.
The stage is set for an exciting clash between two teams in form. Will Dortmund continue their winning streak, or will Union Berlin cause an upset and pick up their first point against Dortmund on their travels? We'll find out on Sunday.
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