Hoffenheim vs Union Berlin: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Hoffenheim prepare to host Union Berlin on January 31, 2026, with kick-off at 15:30 under referee Braun, this GERMANY: Bundesliga fixture promises an intriguing contest.

Hoffenheim, currently 3rd in the standings with 45 points from 22 games, trail the leaders by 12 points. They've earned 24 points from 11 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 4 wins and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 7 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 12 goals scored.

Union Berlin, sitting 10th with 25 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 11 points from 11 games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 2 draws and 3 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 11 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 5 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Hoffenheim and Union Berlin have been competitive, with Hoffenheim claiming victory in their most recent clash (3-1). The head-to-head record remains evenly balanced between the two sides.

In their previous league match against Freiburg, Hoffenheim recorded a 3-0 victory while lining up in a 4-5-1 formation. Their starting XI featured Baumann, Hajdari, Kabak, Hranac, Coufal, Toure, Burger, Avdullahu, Promel, Kramaric, Asllani. The structure prioritized compactness, making it difficult for opponents to find space between the lines.

Union Berlin's last outing came against Hamburger, where they secured a 2-3 defeat using a 3-4-1-2 system. Their starting XI featured Ronnow, Nsoki, Querfeld, Doekhi, Kohn, Kemlein, Khedira, Trimmel, Jeong, Ansah, Ilic. With three at the back, the team looked to dominate possession and overwhelm centrally.

Looking ahead, Hoffenheim are expected to maintain their 4-3-3 structure, while Union Berlin are likely to counter with a 3-4-2-1 setup. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: Hoffenheim's fixtures have averaged 3.3 goals per game, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 4 clean sheets. Union Berlin's games average 3.1 goals, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 80% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect goals at both ends.

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