Union Berlin vs Borussia Dortmund: where to watch live, line-ups, kick-off time, and everything about the match on October 5, 2024

This Saturday, October 5, 2024, Union Berlin and Borussia Dortmund face off in the sixth round of the Bundesliga. The match promises to be one of the highlights of the German league, with both teams in different situations but with an intense rivalry that has grown over the past few years. The game will take place at the An der Alten Försterei stadium in Berlin, with kick-off scheduled for 10:30 AM (Brasilia time).

Where to watch live

Fans in Brazil can catch the match live on multiple platforms. The game will be broadcast on SporTV, a subscription channel, and also on CazéTV via YouTube, offering a free option to watch the match. Additionally, the OneFootball app will also provide real-time streaming of the game.

Team overview

Union Berlin

After a surprising performance in past seasons, where the team secured fourth place in the Bundesliga, Union Berlin is now trying to regain its strength following a challenging previous season. In 2024, the team has had a mixed start, sitting mid-table with eight points from five matches. These came from two wins, two draws, and one loss, reflecting a decent but unremarkable start.

Coach Bo Svensson is relying on a more defensive strategy, with the hope of leveraging the support of their home crowd at the An der Alten Försterei. Key players include defender Diogo Leite, who will lead the backline, and striker Jordan Siebatcheu, who has been the primary attacking option.

However, Union Berlin will miss several key players for this match. Full-back Josip Juranovic and forwards Kevin Volland and Damir Prtajin are sidelined due to injuries, which may limit tactical options.

Borussia Dortmund

Borussia Dortmund comes into this match with high confidence after securing important victories in recent games, including a 7-1 win over Celtic in the Champions League group stage. In the Bundesliga, Dortmund sits in fifth place with 10 points from five games and is aiming for its third consecutive league victory.

The Dortmund squad, led by coach Nuri Sahin, has faced challenges in away matches, with an inconsistent performance outside their home ground. In the last four away matches, Dortmund has suffered three defeats and managed one draw, emphasizing the importance of this match to regain momentum on the road.

For this game, Borussia Dortmund has key absentees, including forward Karim Adeyemi due to injury, while midfielder Giovanni Reyna remains doubtful due to muscle issues. Forward Donyell Malen, recently ill, might feature on the bench, but the team’s offensive duties will be led by striker Serhou Guirassy, who has performed well in recent matches.

Expected line-ups

Union Berlin (3-4-2-1):

• Goalkeeper: Ronnow
• Defense: Doekhi, Vogt, Diogo Leite
• Midfield: Khedira, Schäfer, Haberer, Rothe
• Attack: Jeong Woo-Yeong, Hollerbach, Jordan Siebatcheu
• Coach: Bo Svensson

Borussia Dortmund (4-2-3-1):

• Goalkeeper: Gregor Kobel
• Defense: Yan Couto, Anton, Nico Schlotterbeck, Ryerson
• Midfield: Emre Can, Gross, Duranville, Brandt, Gittens
• Attack: Serhou Guirassy
• Coach: Nuri Sahin

Game expectations and analysis

With a recent history of closely contested matches, the expectation for this Saturday’s game is of a tightly fought battle, characterized by strong defensive work. Borussia Dortmund, despite being technically superior and in good form, is expected to face difficulties, especially given their inconsistent away performances and Union Berlin’s defensive stance.

Union Berlin will look to its defense and home crowd to surprise Dortmund. The Berlin team has conceded few goals this season and hopes to continue that trend by containing Dortmund’s strong attacking lineup, particularly striker Guirassy, who has been in excellent form.

One factor that may influence the outcome is the physical condition of the teams. Borussia Dortmund has faced an intense schedule, including Champions League matches, which could impact their energy levels. On the other hand, Union Berlin has had more time to prepare specifically for this Bundesliga clash, which may give them an edge.

Recent head-to-head record

Recent meetings between Union Berlin and Borussia Dortmund have been fairly balanced, with Dortmund holding a slight edge. In the most recent encounter in March 2024, Dortmund won 2-0 away from home. Prior to that, both teams have exchanged victories, with Union Berlin proving to be a tough opponent, especially when playing at home.

In five of the last six meetings between the two teams, Dortmund has held the lead at half-time. This suggests Union Berlin will need to be alert right from the start if they are to avoid falling behind early.

Match facts and figures

• In the last five matches between Union Berlin and Borussia Dortmund, both teams have scored in four of the games.
• Although Dortmund has a stronger recent record, Union Berlin has won two of their last five home matches against them.
• Union Berlin’s games have often seen under 2.5 goals, indicating the possibility of a low-scoring match.