18 April 2026 at 13:30
Betting Odds & Historical Data
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Home Record / Away Record
Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.
Home Record: Union Berlin
Away Record: VfL Wolfsburg
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Data: football-data.co.uk
Match Summary
VfL Wolfsburg defeated Union Berlin 2:1. The match was played in Bundesliga 2025. Goals were scored by Patrick Wimmer 11′, Dženan Pejčinović 46′, Oliver Burke 85′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Union Berlin had 54% possession while VfL Wolfsburg held 46%. Union Berlin had 25 shots (7 on target) compared to 5 (4 on target) for VfL Wolfsburg. Expected goals: Union Berlin 2.35 — VfL Wolfsburg 0.19. Union Berlin made 5 substitutions, VfL Wolfsburg made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Union Berlin and VfL Wolfsburg — 3 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Joakim Mæhle
assist: Christian Eriksen
assist: Andrej Ilić
Match Statistics
Union Berlin had 54% possession against VfL Wolfsburg's 46%. Union Berlin registered 25 shots (7 on target) while VfL Wolfsburg managed 5 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 11–4. Fouls committed: 13–15.
Lineups
Union Berlin lined up in a 3-4-3 formation under Marie-Louise Eta, while VfL Wolfsburg deployed a 3-4-2-1 under Dieter Hecking.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Union Berlin is 6.72, compared to 6.75 for VfL Wolfsburg. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Union Berlin's highest-rated starter is Christopher Trimmel (6.92), while VfL Wolfsburg's best-rated player is Kamil Grabara (7.19).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Union Berlin have contributed 25 goals and 14 assists this season, led by Rani Khedira (5G). VfL Wolfsburg's starters account for 28 goals and 17 assists, spearheaded by Mohamed Amoura (8G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Union Berlin deploy 3 defenders rated 6.77 on average, against VfL Wolfsburg's 3-man backline averaging 6.60. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Union Berlin field 4 midfielders averaging 6.70, versus VfL Wolfsburg's 4 rated 6.74. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Union Berlin start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.67, compared to 3 for VfL Wolfsburg averaging 6.77. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 69% for Union Berlin and 76% for VfL Wolfsburg. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Union Berlin's starters have collected 41 yellow cards this season, compared to 27 for VfL Wolfsburg. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Union Berlin's starting XI is 26.6 (youngest: Aljoscha Kemlein (21), oldest: Christopher Trimmel (38)), while VfL Wolfsburg average 24.9 (youngest: Jeanuël Belocian (20), oldest: Christian Eriksen (33)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Union Berlin's starters average 26 league appearances each, versus 21 for VfL Wolfsburg. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Marie-Louise Eta
Substitutes
Coach: Dieter Hecking
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Union Berlin have recorded 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 defeats. VfL Wolfsburg show 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
Union Berlin
VfL Wolfsburg
Union Berlin vs VfL Wolfsburg Head to Head Results
Union Berlin and VfL Wolfsburg have met 14 times — Union Berlin won 5, VfL Wolfsburg won 6, with 3 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2019. VfL Wolfsburg leads the head-to-head with 6 victories from 14 meetings. A combined 32 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.29 per match (15 for the home side, 17 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 6 matches (43%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 6 games (43%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–1 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (14)
API data: 19 Apr 2026