Union Berlin vs Werder Bremen tips and predictions

Union Berlin looking tough to oppose

It might not be very long after the 2:30pm kick-off before the home side is looking at Werder Bremen in their rear-view mirror. It is odds-on for at least a few goals so this could be entertaining.

It's fourth placed Union Berlin versus 12th placed Werder Bremen in this Bundesliga clash as the hosts look to increase the 23 points that separate the sides.

Union Berlin to come through Werder Bremen. They're justifiably odds-on for this.

The impetus is with Union Berlin. Their recent performances support that. The hosts have bagged 13 wins from their last 19 home games while the travelling side has been defeated in 13 of their last 20 matches. They need to ready themselves for another defeat here.

The home team is in some form on their own paddock. Die Eisernen have scored two or more goals in 12 of their recent 17 home matches.

In this world nothing is certain except death, taxes and the visitors facing a huge test here.

Werder Bremen have actually conceded two or more goals in 10 of their last 11 matches. If these stats bear fruit viewers can expect to see the home team picking holes in their back four.

Over the last few matches between the two teams in this match-up, this home side has been superior, winning 4 consecutive times.

Union Berlin are the clear favourites but things could get interesting if Werder Bremen can put up a fight. It doesn't offer massive value but the Yes BTTS bet is a speculative side bet for this particular game. And taking a look at the goal line, it's Over 2.5 Goals picked as the best play given the latest prices. Whatever happens expect Die Eisernen to get this done.