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Union Berlin will welcome SV Elversberg to the Stadion An der Alten Forsterei on Saturday in a gameweek five Bundesliga clash.
The Iron Ones have started the season poorly and are looking to secure their first victory of the campaign and climb out of the relegation zone.
Meanwhile, the visiting Elversberg will hope to get back to winning ways after dropping points before the international break.
Read our prediction, preview and betting tips for the game below, and make sure to check out our today's betting tips page for more of our expert predictions.
Union Berlin vs. SV Elversberg key stats
- Union Berlin have failed to win their first four Bundesliga matches this season, recording one draw and three defeats.
- Elversberg are currently unbeaten in their last three competitive away games, winning two and drawing one.
- Union Berlin have conceded six goals in their two league home games this season.
Union Berlin vs. SV Elversberg preview: Hosts looking to move out of relegation zone
Union Berlin vs. SV Elversberg — Tale of the Tape
| Union Berlin | vs | SV Elversberg |
|---|---|---|
| 17th | Position | 7th |
| 1 | Points | 7 |
| 4 | Goals For | 8 |
| 17 | Goals Against | 7 |
| 0 | Clean Sheets | 1 |
| 15th | Home / Away Rank | 4th |
Things have quickly gone from bad to worse for Union Berlin, who are enduring the worst start to their league campaign.
Their only point came from a draw against Frankfurt on the opening matchday, followed by three consecutive defeats under Mauro Lustrinelli.
The latest setback was particularly damaging, as Bayern Munich inflicted a heavy 7-0 defeat before the international break.
However, they were able to put the defeat behind them and secured a narrow 1-0 win over Rijeka in a friendly game.
Defensive problems have been at the heart of Union's struggles. They have conceded 17 goals across their first four Bundesliga fixtures.
Their defence has been breached at least three times in every league match so far, leaving Lustrinelli with an urgent problem to solve.
Elversberg, meanwhile, have adapted remarkably well to life since returning to the Bundesliga this season.
The newly-promoted side have collected seven points from their opening four matches, winning two, drawing one and losing one.
Their latest outing ended goalless against Schalke, another team promoted alongside them last season.
Heading into the international break, they lost 1-0 against Mannheim in a friendly game.
However, they have remained unbeaten away from home in the top flight with one win and one draw.
Vincent Wagner's team have also shown considerable resilience on their travels across all competitions.
Elversberg have lost only once in their last six away games, recording two victories and three draws during that run.
With Union struggling, Elversberg have every reason to believe they can extend their strong start and add further pressure on the hosts.
Union Berlin vs. SV Elversberg form guide & betting tips
| Union Berlin | vs | SV Elversberg |
|---|---|---|
DLLL |
Form | WWLD |
| 1 | Points | 7 |
| 17th | Form Table | 7th |
| 4 | Goals For | 8 |
| 17 | Goals Against | 7 |
DLLLW |
Form (All Comps) | WWLDL |
Whispers predicts: Union Berlin 1-2 SV Elversberg
Union Berlin enter this fixture completely lacking confidence, and we are predicting a tense 2-1 victory for the visiting side.
The home team hold a slight psychological advantage playing on their home ground, but their home record has also not been impressive.
While the hosts are desperate for a turnaround, the visitors' current form and solidity point towards an away win.
Ahead of this clash, the bookmakers have tipped Union Berlin to win at 6/5 (2.20) at home, and a draw is valued at 13/5 (3.60), while an away victory is offered at 19/10 (2.90).
The market for over 2.5 goals is priced at 8/15 (1.53), and both teams to score (yes) is available at 4/9 (1.44).
Also, David Mokwa Ntusu, anytime goalscorer, is set at 15/8 (2.87), while an away team double chance is placed at 4/6 (1.66).
> Elversberg double chance at 4/6 (1.66) | Likelihood: Probable
> Over 2.5 goals at 8/15 (1.53) | Likelihood: Possible
> Both teams to score at 4/9 (1.44)] | Likelihood: Possible
> David Mokwa Ntusu, anytime goalscorer at 15/8 (2.87) | Likelihood: Probable