Sat Nov 30 15:05:26 UTC 2024: ## Bundesliga Clash: Struggling Union Berlin Hosts High-Flying Leverkusen
**Berlin, Germany** – Union Berlin, currently 10th in the Bundesliga, faces a tough challenge this Saturday as they host fourth-placed Bayer Leverkusen. Union, winless in their last four league games, are looking to capitalize on their strong home record (W3, D2, L0) at the Stadion An der Alten Försterei, where they’ve conceded only three goals this season. However, they will be without key players Yannic Stein and Andrej Ilić. Their recent form includes draws against Eintracht Frankfurt and Freiburg, and a narrow defeat to Bayern Munich. A 1-0 loss to Wolfsburg last weekend further highlighted their struggles.
Leverkusen, meanwhile, are aiming to close the nine-point gap separating them from league leaders Bayern Munich. After a recent three-game draw streak, they’ve found their form, securing a thrilling 5-2 comeback win against Heidenheim last Saturday and a 5-0 Champions League victory over Red Bull Salzburg on Tuesday. Despite their impressive wins, Leverkusen are missing several key players including Victor Boniface, Jonas Hofmann, Amine Adli, Jeanuël Belocian and Martin Terrier. While unbeaten away this season, they’ve drawn their last three away matches and are eager for their first away win since September 14th. The match promises a compelling encounter between a strong home side and a potent attacking Leverkusen team.
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