On 11.09.2026, Union Berlin meets FC Schalke 04 in a crucial German Bundesliga encounter. Both teams have been equally impressive this season, making the outcome hard to predict. Our detailed preview includes analysis of their performances in the German Bundesliga, key players, and tactical setups. Read our prediction for Union Berlin vs. FC Schalke 04 before placing your bet!
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | Eintracht Frankfurt | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3/3 | 1 |
| 10 | Union Berlin | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3/3 | 1 |
| 11 | FSV Mainz 05 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0/0 | 1 |
| 16 | Werder Bremen | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1/4 | 0 |
| 17 | Borussia Mönchengladbach | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0/3 | 0 |
| 18 | FC Schalke 04 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0/3 | 0 |
Key Player Statistics: Union Berlin vs FC Schalke 04
x 2 x 1
x 1 x 1 x 1Union Berlin vs FC Schalke 04 Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bundesliga | Union Berlin | FC Schalke 04 | 19.02.2023 | 0-0 |
| Bundesliga | FC Schalke 04 | Union Berlin | 27.08.2022 | 1-6 |
| Bundesliga | Union Berlin | FC Schalke 04 | 13.02.2021 | 0-0 |
| Bundesliga | FC Schalke 04 | Union Berlin | 18.10.2020 | 1-1 |
| Bundesliga | Union Berlin | FC Schalke 04 | 07.06.2020 | 1-1 |
| Bundesliga | FC Schalke 04 | Union Berlin | 29.11.2019 | 2-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bundesliga | Bayer Leverkusen | Union Berlin | 05.09.2026 | 4-0 |
| Bundesliga | Union Berlin | Eintracht Frankfurt | 29.08.2026 | 3-3 |
| DFB Pokal | Eintracht Braunschweig | Union Berlin | 23.08.2026 | 2-4 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Union Berlin | Ipswich | 15.08.2026 | 2-4 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Union Berlin | Aris | 09.08.2026 | 3-2 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Union Berlin | Cagliari | 02.08.2026 | 2-2 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Dynamo Dresden | Union Berlin | 01.08.2026 | 2-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | FC Aarau | Union Berlin | 18.07.2026 | 2-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | FC Winterthur | Union Berlin | 17.07.2026 | 1-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | FC Carl Zeiss Jena | Union Berlin | 12.07.2026 | 2-0 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bundesliga | FC Schalke 04 | Bayern München | 05.09.2026 | 0-0 |
| Bundesliga | FC Augsburg | FC Schalke 04 | 30.08.2026 | 3-0 |
| DFB Pokal | Hallescher FC | FC Schalke 04 | 24.08.2026 | 2-5 |
| Friendlies Clubs | FC Schalke 04 | Real Madrid | 16.08.2026 | 0-3 |
| Friendlies Clubs | FC Schalke 04 | Atalanta | 08.08.2026 | 0-3 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Hessen Kassel | FC Schalke 04 | 01.08.2026 | 0-5 |
| Friendlies Clubs | FC Schalke 04 | Fagiano Okayama | 25.07.2026 | 3-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | FC Kharkiv | FC Schalke 04 | 22.07.2026 | 0-2 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Erzgebirge Aue | FC Schalke 04 | 19.07.2026 | 2-4 |
| Friendlies Clubs | FC Gutersloh | FC Schalke 04 | 11.07.2026 | 2-1 |
Comparative Team Statistics: Union Berlin VS FC Schalke 04
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Union Berlin vs FC Schalke 04
Bookies' predictions
Union Berlin
Betting Intelligence: Union Berlin vs FC Schalke 04
This is Schalke's first season back in the Bundesliga, and their opening day was brutal. A 3-0 loss at Augsburg set the tone immediately. Now they walk into the Alte Försterei to face Union Berlin, and the history books aren't exactly kind to them here.
Union and Schalke have met six times in the Bundesliga. The most telling result? That 6-1 demolition when Schalke hosted Union back in August 2022. It was embarrassing. And the two home games Union has played in this fixture ended 0-0 both times, which tells its own story about the fortress mentality at Köpenick.
Here's what you need to watch for that most previews will miss. Schalke already have a man suspended. Schallenberg picked up a red card in their opening Bundesliga game, so they go into this undermanned before a ball is even kicked. Add to that a lengthy injury list including Hojlund, Kalas, and doubts over Karaman and Lasme, and Schalke are stretched incredibly thin.
Union aren't without problems either. Goalkeeper Ronnow is a doubt with a muscle injury, and they're missing several key players. But they drew 3-3 with Eintracht Frankfurt on opening day, which showed real attacking intent. Juranović was outstanding, picking up two assists in that single match. He's the creator to watch on the right side.
Don't be fooled by Union's odds of 2.05 looking short. Given Schalke's suspension crisis, their defensive horror show at Augsburg, and the head-to-head context, there's genuine value in backing the hosts. The draw market at 3.50 is interesting too, given how often these sides have played out goalless encounters at this ground. But I'm not going there today.
I'll go one step further on the betting angle. With Schalke shipping three goals already and arriving disorganized, back Union to score in both halves. The hosts have the attacking momentum and Schalke simply don't have the defensive personnel to hold firm across ninety minutes.
My prediction is Union Berlin 2-0 FC Schalke 04. The Alte Försterei crowd will be rocking, the pressure on newly promoted Schalke will be immense, and I think they crack early.
Sometimes the story writes itself. Saturday night in Köpenick could be a very long evening for Schalke 04.
What's Your Pick?
Where to Bet on Union Berlin vs FC Schalke 04
Our Union Berlin vs FC Schalke 04 betting prediction
Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeong Woo-Yeong | Korea Republic | 26 | Midfielder | 179 | 71 |
| M. Aebischer | Switzerland | 29 | Midfielder | 183 | 78 |
| R. Skov | Denmark | 30 | Midfielder | 185 | 81 |
| F. Rønnow | Denmark | 34 | Goalkeeper | 188 | 81 |
| J. Juranović | Croatia | 31 | Defender | 173 | 68 |
| C. Trimmel | Austria | 39 | Defender | 189 | 82 |
| T. Skarke | Germany | 30 | Midfielder | 181 | 78 |
| R. Khedira | Germany | 32 | Midfielder | 188 | 84 |
| F. Uduokhai | Germany | 29 | Defender | 193 | 89 |
| J. Haberer | Germany | 32 | Midfielder | 186 | 78 |
| A. Schäfer | Hungary | 27 | Midfielder | 179 | 70 |
| E. Latte Lath | Côte d'Ivoire | 27 | Attacker | 177 | 75 |
| C. Klaus | Germany | 32 | Goalkeeper | 189 | 86 |
| D. Köhn | Germany | 27 | Defender | 180 | 73 |
| M. Raab | Germany | 27 | Goalkeeper | 186 | 82 |
| L. Querfeld | Austria | 22 | Defender | 190 | 83 |
| M. LjubiÄiÄ | Croatia | 24 | Attacker | 183 | 78 |
| Z. Van Den Bosch | Belgium | 23 | Defender | 191 | 78 |
| T. Rothe | Germany | 21 | Defender | 193 | 85 |
| A. Kemlein | Germany | 22 | Midfielder | 185 | 78 |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M. Sylla | France | 26 | Attacker | 181 | 70 |
| E. Džeko | Bosnia and Herzegovina | 40 | Attacker | 193 | 80 |
| D. Ljubičić | Austria | 28 | Attacker | 187 | 74 |
| N. Katić | Croatia | 29 | Defender | 194 | 90 |
| L. Karius | Germany | 33 | Goalkeeper | 189 | 87 |
| M. Wöber | Austria | 28 | Defender | 188 | 86 |
| K. Müller | Germany | 35 | Goalkeeper | 190 | 94 |
| K. Karaman | Türkiye | 32 | Attacker | 189 | 84 |
| J. Bachmann | Germany | 30 | Midfielder | 196 | 84 |
| R. Gosens | Germany | 32 | Defender | 183 | 76 |
| S. Tanaka | Japan | 24 | Midfielder | 175 | 73 |
| H. Kuruçay | Türkiye | 29 | Defender | 187 | 86 |
| R. Schallenberg | Germany | 27 | Midfielder | 185 | 75 |
| J. Dina Ebimbe | France | 25 | Midfielder | 183 | 76 |
| T. Becker | Germany | 29 | Defender | 190 | 86 |
| J. Adamu | Austria | 25 | Attacker | 183 | 79 |
| A. Aouchiche | France | 24 | Midfielder | 181 | 72 |
| S. El-Faouzi | Germany | 24 | Midfielder | 178 | 68 |
| M. Ayhan | Turkey | 20 | Defender | 190 | 80 |
| Vitalie Becker | Germany | 21 | Defender | 179 | 71 |
Union Berlin vs FC Schalke 04 match odds
Best Betting Sites for Union Berlin vs FC Schalke 04
Anticipate the German Bundesliga game between Union Berlin and FC Schalke 04 by placing your bets at the right sites. At Betzoid, find our top three picks for betting sites with standout odds and bonuses tailored for this game, making your betting experience top-notch whether you're seasoned or new.
