Union Berlin contra RB Leipzig — Bundesliga

**Union Berlin 3-1 RB Leipzig**

**Playing Style:** Union Berlin dominated in terms of shot creation, with more total shots (12 vs 9), shots on target (6 vs 3), and shots inside the box (9 vs 4). Their attacking efficiency was higher, as evidenced by a better shot on target percentage (50 vs 33) and a higher shot on target share (67 vs 33). They also had more touches inside the opponent box (22 vs 17) and a better opponent-half passes to box touch rate (23 vs 7), indicating effective progression into dangerous areas. RB Leipzig, on the other hand, controlled the game in terms of possession (64% vs 36%) and had more passes (558 vs 311), with a higher pass accuracy (83% vs 68%). They also had more successful dribbles (8 vs 5) and more corners (6 vs 4), showing a more possession-based and technically oriented approach.

**Strengths and Weaknesses:** Union Berlin’s strengths lay in their clinical finishing, with a 67% conversion rate on big chances (2/3) compared to RB Leipzig’s 0% (0/0). They also excelled in defensive actions, with more total defensive actions (83 vs 53), more interceptions (10 vs 5), and more blocks (2 vs 1). However, they struggled with aerial duels, winning fewer (22 vs 12) and had fewer successful long balls (25 vs 22). RB Leipzig’s strengths were in possession and passing, with more accurate passes and a higher presence in the opponent half (67 vs 29). Their weakness was in shot conversion, as they failed to convert any of their big chances. They also had more shots blocked by the opponent (22 vs 8), suggesting their attempts were less threatening.

**Conclusion:** Union Berlin’s victory can be attributed to their superior finishing and defensive discipline. Despite RB Leipzig’s dominance in possession and passing, they failed to convert any of their big chances, while Union Berlin capitalized on their limited opportunities. Union Berlin’s higher shot on target percentage and better box entry to shot rate (55 vs 53) indicate they were more clinical in front of goal. RB Leipzig’s inability to create clear chances and their lower shot conversion rate (0% vs 67%) suggest they were less effective in breaking down a well-organized Union Berlin defense. The final score of 3-1 reflects Union Berlin’s better finishing and RB Leipzig’s lack of clinical edge despite their control of the game.