Union vs Bayern prediction, H2H and probable line-ups - 3 December 2025
One of the German Cup round of 16 clashes will take place on Wednesday at the An der Alten Försterei in Berlin, where the local Union side will host Bayern. I’m backing a bet on goals in this encounter, with solid chances for success.
Match preview
Union made a confident start to their German Cup campaign with a rout over an outsider, but faced a real battle in the next round, only edging past Arminia in extra time. Berlin’s side rarely treats fans to a goal fest—over the last five cup matches, they've scored more than once in 90 minutes just once. Still, the team consistently advances, often by narrow margins and with compact play.
At home, Union are capable of putting up a fight against any opponent—even one as formidable as Bayern. In their last five home cup matches, they’ve netted nine goals. However, defensive stability remains a weak spot: Union have conceded in ten of their last thirteen cup games, and holding out against such an attacking powerhouse as the visitors will be a massive challenge.
Bayern are cruising through the Cup bracket, and this season the team has already played two away ties, both high-scoring affairs. Their attacking prowess is especially impressive: in eight of their last eleven cup matches, Bayern have scored at least three times in regular time. However, recent seasons haven’t always been smooth sailing—over the last five campaigns, the club has reached the round of 16 just twice, which may spur the players to give their all.
Bayern’s away form in the Cup commands respect—eight wins in their last nine away matches in regular time. Almost every game turns into a goal fest: at least four goals have been scored in 11 of their last 12 cup trips. Still, their defense isn’t flawless—five goals conceded in their last five cup away games shows opponents can find their chances.
Probable line-ups
- Union: Rønnow, Doekhi, Knoche, Leite, Trimmel, Woo-Yeong, Khedira, Kemlein, Khedira, Ansah, Behrens
- Bayern: Neuer, Guerreiro, Kim, Tah, Laimer, Bishop, Karl, Kimmich, Pavlovic, Dias, Kane
Match facts and head-to-head
- Bayern have scored at least three goals in eight of their last nine German Cup away matches.
- Union have conceded in 10 of their last 13 appearances in this competition.
- At least four goals have been scored in 11 of Bayern’s last 12 German Cup away games.
Prediction
Union have shown good attacking efficiency in Cup matches, but often falter at the back. Bayern continue to rack up high-scoring games, especially on the road, but they’re not flawless defensively either. Both teams have every chance to find the net against each other.
