Bayern Munich vs Union Berlin Match Preview & Predictions
The DFB-Pokal Round of 16 is here, and Bayern Munich approach this encounter as the clear favorites. However following the intense 2-2 Bundesliga draw in their most recent encounter with Union Berlin, the majority of supporters still anticipate Bayern to strive for a convincing away victory. Meanwhile Union Berlin will try to make things difficult, especially with their strong set pieces, but Bayern want to show everyone that cup tournaments still belong to them.
Match Details
Competition: DFB-Pokal (German Cup) – Round of 16
Format: One-leg knockout (no second chances)
Date: Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Time: 8:45 PM CET | 2:45 PM EST | 7:45 PM WAT
Venue: Stadion An der Alten Försterei, Berlin
Expect noise, energy, passion, and maybe some fireworks (from fans, not players… hopefully).
Recent Form & Head-to-Head
Bayern Munich have never lost to Union Berlin in 14 matches across all competitions:
9 wins, 5 draws, 0 losses.
> Union has tried. Union has fought. Union has even prayed. But Bayern keep saying, “Not today.”
Their latest battle on November 8, 2025, ended 2-2, with Harry Kane scoring late again proving he loves giving defenders nightmares.
Last 5 Meetings
| Competition | Home Team | Score | Away Team | Date |
| Bundesliga | Union Berlin | 2-2 | Bayern Munich | Nov 8, 2025 |
| Bundesliga | Union Berlin | 1-1 | Bayern Munich | Mar 15, 2025 |
| Bundesliga | Bayern Munich | 3-0 | Union Berlin | Nov 2, 2024 |
| Bundesliga | Union Berlin | 1-5 | Bayern Munich | Apr 20, 2024 |
| Bundesliga | Bayern Munich | 1-0 | Union Berlin | Jan 24, 2024 |
Union usually fight hard at home, but Bayern’s quality always shows at key moments.
Team News
Union Berlin
- Out: Robert Skov, Dmytro Bogdanov, Andrik Markgraf
- Coach Steffen Baumgart will depend heavily on set pieces and fast counter-attacks basically, “hit Bayern before Bayern hits us.”
Bayern Munich
- Out: Jamal Musiala, Alphonso Davies
- Good news: Manuel Neuer returns after his two-game Pokal suspension
- Expected to play: Olise, Gnabry, Luis Díaz
- In simple words: Bayern still have more firepower than a Hollywood action movie.
Solid Prediction
Solid Prediction for Today – Bayern Munich to Win
Union Berlin will put up an intense fight at home, but Bayern has a better offensive, a stronger team, and more knockout football experience. For Bayern fans, this game is a straight win-win football prediction.
Correct Score Solid Prediction for Today
Berlin Union 1–3 Bayern Munich
Based on previous performance, attacking power, and defensive weaknesses, hence, this is our reliable predicted accurate score choice.
Fastbet Prediction / Manbetx Prediction
Bayern Over 1.5 Goals looks great. Their attack never disappoints.
Must Win Tips
Bayern Munich just cannot afford to be eliminated early from the cup. The motivation is great.
Solid Prediction Tomorrow & Weekend Outlook
Expect Bayern to carry this same good form into their next Bundesliga games. They are gaining momentum.
Free Solid Prediction for Today
Bayern to win the match in regular time (90 minutes).
