RB Leipzig vs 1. FC Union Berlin

The stage is set at their home ground as RB Leipzig prepare to face 1. FC Union Berlin in Bundesliga action. Both teams will be eyeing this fixture as an opportunity to boost their European qualification chances.

RB Leipzig come into this fixture in excellent form, having won four of their last five matches, currently on a four-match winning run. The hosts will be confident of maintaining their strong form at their home ground. Meanwhile, 1. FC Union Berlin have enduring a difficult spell with three defeats from their last five in recent outings. The visitors will need to improve their recent performances to get anything from this fixture.

In the current standings, RB Leipzig sit in 5th place with 44 points, while 1. FC Union Berlin occupy in 10th place on 28 points. The hosts will be keen to protect their superior league position, while the visitors see this as an opportunity to close the gap. RB Leipzig's superior attacking output (46 goals) gives them an edge on paper.

The contrasting fortunes of these two teams suggests the hosts should have the upper hand. European qualification ambitions add extra significance to this encounter. RB Leipzig will rely on home support to carry them over the line, while 1. FC Union Berlin look to upset the odds.