Union Berlin vs FC Koln: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 20 December

Union Berlin

L L D L L

15th place in German Bundesliga

2-0

20/12/2023 13:30

FC Koln

L L D D W

17th place in German Bundesliga

German Bundesliga

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Union Berlin vs FC Koln on 20 December 2023 (kick-off: 13:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Union Berlin vs FC Koln preview before placing your bet.

Union Berlin are currently 15th with 33 points after 34 matches.
FC Koln sit 17th with 27 points from 34 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Union Berlin to win with probability 49%.
Head-to-head history favors Union Berlin, who have won 4 of the last 6 meetings. FC Koln have no wins, while 2 matches ended in draws.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

13:30

2023-12-20

Union Berlin vs FC Koln - Prediction & Odds

Union Berlin

FC Koln

2023-12-20 13:30

STANDINGS UP TO 20/12/2023

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Bayer Leverkusen	90	34	28	6	0	89	24	65
02 VfB Stuttgart	73	34	23	4	7	78	39	39
03 Bayern Munchen	72	34	23	3	8	94	45	49
04 RB Leipzig	65	34	19	8	7	77	39	38
05 Borussia Dortmund	63	34	18	9	7	68	43	25
06 Eintracht Frankfurt	47	34	11	14	9	51	50	1
07 TSG Hoffenheim	46	34	13	7	14	66	66	0
08 Heidenheimer	42	34	10	12	12	50	55	-5
09 Werder Bremen	42	34	11	9	14	48	54	-6
10 SC Freiburg	42	34	11	9	14	45	58	-13
11 Augsburg	39	34	10	9	15	50	60	-10
12 VfL Wolfsburg	37	34	10	7	17	41	56	-15
13 FSV Mainz 05	35	34	7	14	13	39	51	-12
14 Borussia Monchengladbach	34	34	7	13	14	56	67	-11
15 Union Berlin	33	34	9	6	19	33	58	-25
16 VfL Bochum	33	34	7	12	15	42	74	-32
17 FC Koln	27	34	5	12	17	28	60	-32
18 Darmstadt	17	34	3	8	23	30	86	-56

Head To Head

04/03/2023 10:30

Union Berlin

0 - 0

FC Koln

GER D1

11/09/2022 09:30

FC Koln

0 - 1

Union Berlin

GER D1

01/04/2022 14:30

Union Berlin

1 - 0

FC Koln

GER D1

07/11/2021 12:30

FC Koln

2 - 2

Union Berlin

GER D1

13/03/2021 10:30

Union Berlin

2 - 1

FC Koln

GER D1

22/11/2020 13:00

FC Koln

1 - 2

Union Berlin

GER D1

Union Berlin

67%

Draw

33%

FC Koln

Union Berlin Last 6 matches

16/12/2023 10:30

VfL Bochum 3 - 0 Union Berlin GER D1

12/12/2023 16:00

Union Berlin 2 - 3 Real Madrid UEFA CL

09/12/2023 10:30

Union Berlin 3 - 1 Borussia Monchengladbach GER D1

29/11/2023 16:00

Sporting Braga 1 - 1 Union Berlin UEFA CL

25/11/2023 10:30

Union Berlin 1 - 1 Augsburg GER D1

12/11/2023 10:30

Bayer Leverkusen 4 - 0 Union Berlin GER D1

Win

17%

Draw

33%

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches FC Koln

17/12/2023 10:30

SC Freiburg 2 - 0 FC Koln GER D1

10/12/2023 12:30

FC Koln 0 - 0 FSV Mainz 05 GER D1

01/12/2023 15:30

Darmstadt 0 - 1 FC Koln GER D1

24/11/2023 15:30

FC Koln 0 - 1 Bayern Munchen GER D1

11/11/2023 13:30

VfL Bochum 1 - 1 FC Koln GER D1

04/11/2023 10:30

FC Koln 1 - 1 Augsburg GER D1

Win

17%

Draw

50%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues German Bundesliga

Played games

Union Berlin

FC Koln

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.29

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.76

Scored

Avg. per game

0.88

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.65

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 17 home matches

YesNo

11 (65%)6 (35%)

In last 17 home matches

NoYes

9 (53%)8 (47%)

Union Berlin

Recent matches

FC Koln

Under /Over

(82%)14 3(18%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(76%)13 4(24%)

Under /Over

(35%)6 11(65%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(24%)4 13(76%)

Under /Over

(53%)9 8(47%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(59%)10 7(41%)

/Yes

(47%)8 9(53%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(47%)8 9(53%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Union Berlin

FC Koln

Shots

Union Berlin

Total shots

12.59 avg / game

Blocked

56 total

Avg. 3.50

FC Koln

Total shots

15.24 avg / game

Blocked

72 total

Avg. 4.24

Union Berlin Pass FC Koln

Total passes

6790

Avg. 399 / game

Accurate

76%

Ball possession

44%

Total passes

7041

Avg. 414 / game

Accurate

79%

Ball possession

48%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Union Berlin

Played games

FC Koln

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.18

Clean sheets

0.18

5.29

Corners

113

6.65

23.24

395

Throw-ins

422

24.82

2.12

Offsides

1.71

3.00

GK saves

2.65

Union Berlin

DISCIPLINARY

FC Koln

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.82

1.82

0.12

0.12

11.65

198

Fouls

200

11.76

17.00

289

Tackles

285

16.76

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How We Build the Union Berlin vs FC Koln Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Union Berlin vs FC Koln on 20 December 2023 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this German Bundesliga fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Union Berlin vs FC Koln Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Union Berlin's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against FC Koln's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

German Bundesliga Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live German Bundesliga standings and the German Bundesliga form table to understand exactly where Union Berlin and FC Koln sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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