Both Union Berlin and Eintracht Frankfurt faced disappointing defeats in the Bundesliga over the weekend, extending their struggles in the league. Union Berlin fell 3-1 to Hoffenheim at the PreZero Arena, facing an uphill battle after going 3-0 down soon after half-time. Andrej Kramaric delivered a standout performance with two goals, and an own goal from Diogo Leite added to Union’s woes. Although they managed to create 16 shots and generated an expected goals (xG) tally of 1.61, the final scoreline seemed harsh considering their competitiveness in the match.
This loss marks Union Berlin’s fifth consecutive league match without a win, leaving them in ninth place in the standings. Just above them, Eintracht Frankfurt is in eighth place, separated by only three points, showcasing the tight competition between the two sides.
Frankfurt, meanwhile, also faced adversity in their match against Bayer Leverkusen, losing 3-1 despite a balanced effort. Both teams had equal shots, but Frankfurt had a higher xG due to their chances, yet Leverkusen capitalized more effectively when it mattered.
Despite their offensive capabilities, Frankfurt now holds the poorest defensive record in the Bundesliga with 45 goals conceded, underscoring their struggles to find balance in their game. Following their exit from the Champions League, they can now focus entirely on their domestic campaign, with hopes of turning their fortunes around as they strive to improve their performance in the league.
As both teams look to regain stability, their upcoming encounters will be crucial for restoring confidence and securing valuable points as they fight to climb the standings.