{"id":1445784,"date":"2026-04-30T10:20:04","date_gmt":"2026-04-30T09:20:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?post_type=news&p=1445784"},"modified":"2026-04-30T10:20:05","modified_gmt":"2026-04-30T09:20:05","slug":"match-preview-union-berlin-vs-koln-02-05-26-bundesliga","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/match-preview-union-berlin-vs-koln-02-05-26-bundesliga\/","title":{"rendered":"Union Berlin vs Koln: predictions, stats, tips & odds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Union Berlin<\/a> face Koln<\/a> in a clash with crucial implications at the foot of the Bundesliga<\/a> table. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While Union have dominated this fixture in recent history, both sides have struggled for consistency this season. Kick-off is at 14:30 on Saturday 2 May at Stadion An der Alten F\u00f6rsterei, where the home crowd will hope to see Union maintain their impressive head-to-head run.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Best Bets & Predictions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Based on recent trends and season statistics, here are our top betting recommendations for this match. We’re particularly confident in backing both teams to score, given the defensive frailties on both sides and their attacking numbers this season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our Prediction<\/th>\nOdds & Bookmaker<\/th>\nConfidence<\/th>\nWhy We’re Backing It<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Both Teams to Score \u2013 Yes<\/strong><\/td>\n8\/11 @ Matchbook<\/a>
(57.9%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nUnion and Koln have conceded a combined 108 goals in 62 matches this season, with both teams showing a tendency for open games. Neither defence inspires confidence, and both sides average over a goal scored per game.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Over 2.5 Goals<\/strong><\/td>\n10\/11 @ Bet365<\/a>
(52.4%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nBoth teams’ matches average close to three goals per game this season. Koln’s sharper attack (45 goals, 1.45 per game) and Union’s leaky defence suggest an open contest, and five of their last seven H2Hs have produced at least three goals.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Odds correct at the time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.<\/small><\/p>\n\n\n

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    Season Form & Standings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    With just one point separating these sides after 31 matches, both are embroiled in the fight to avoid relegation. Union Berlin sit 13th with 32 points, while Koln are just behind in 14th on 31 points. Neither side has managed to string together consistent results, with Union collecting just 8 wins and Koln 7 so far.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Team<\/th>\nPos<\/th>\nP<\/th>\nW<\/th>\nD<\/th>\nL<\/th>\nGF<\/th>\nGA<\/th>\nGD<\/th>\nPts<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
    Union Berlin<\/td>\n13<\/td>\n31<\/td>\n8<\/td>\n8<\/td>\n15<\/td>\n35<\/td>\n55<\/td>\n-20<\/td>\n32<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Koln<\/td>\n14<\/td>\n31<\/td>\n7<\/td>\n10<\/td>\n14<\/td>\n45<\/td>\n53<\/td>\n-8<\/td>\n31<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

    Potential Match-Winners<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Neither side boasts a Bundesliga top scorer, but there are a few names who could influence proceedings:<\/p>\n\n\n\n