Union - Darmstadt - 1:0. German Championship, 19th round. Match review, statistics

On 28 January, one of the matches of the 19th round of the German football championship took place. Union (Berlin) and Darmstadt (Germany) met.

German Championship, 19th round

Union ( Berlin) - Darmstadt ( Germany) - 1:0 (0:0)
Goals: B. Ho llerbac h (6 2 ) - Darmstadt (Germany) - 1:0 (0:0) Goals: B. Hollerbach (62)

Warnings: C. Zimmermann (75), Trimmel (77), Vogt (81), K. Gäsula (83), K. Gäsula (83), Andras Schäfer (83)

Match review of Union vs Darmstadt:

In a thrilling Bundesliga encounter at the An der Alten Försterei Stadium, Union Berlin scored a hard-fought victory over SV Darmstadt 98. Despite a goalless first half, the game picked up in the second half and Benjamin Hollerbach's strike eventually proved decisive in the clash between the two teams. The game started relatively quietly, with both teams failing to create any clear chances in the first 45 minutes. However, the introduction of K. Zimmermann for Darmstadt 98 in the 14th minute injected some much needed energy into the game. Unfortunately for the visitors, their efforts were in vain as the first half ended 0-0. Union Berlin came out for the second half with a renewed sense of purpose. Their attacking intentions were justified in the 62nd minute when Benjamin Hollerbach struck the opponent's goal, delighting the home crowd. SV Darmstadt 98 responded with two substitutions in an attempt to turn the tide of the match. In the 72nd minute, T. Skarke and G. Holtmann were introduced into the game, but despite their best efforts, they failed to equalise the score. The game became increasingly heated and several players received yellow cards. Darmstadt 98's K. Zimmermann and K. Gäsula, as well as Union Berlin's K. Trimmel and A. Schafer were both yellow-carded in the referee's notebook.

In a tense situation, both teams made a flurry of late substitutions. In the 83rd minute, Union Berlin replaced A. Schafer with B. Aaronson, and B. Hollerbach gave way to J. Haberer. Darmstadt 98 also made two substitutions: F. Holland and F. Nurnberger replaced M. Maglik and T. Kempe respectively. "Union Berlin were keen to see the game through to the end and win all three points. In the 87th minute they made another substitution, replacing R. Gosens and K. Behrens for R. Khedira and M. Kaufmann respectively. Despite Darmstadt 98's late attempts to equalise, Union Berlin held firm in defence and the match ended 1-0 in favour of the home side. Both teams showed great effort and fighting spirit throughout the match, which made it an interesting match for the fans. This result will surely give confidence to the Union Berlin team as they continue their Bundesliga campaign. On the other hand, SV Darmstadt 98 will be disappointed not to take anything from this match, but can take solace from their energetic performance. Overall, the match between Union Berlin and SV Darmstadt 98 showed the rivalry and intensity that the Bundesliga is known for. Exciting moments, a decisive goal, a demonstration of skill and determination on both sides - it was an unforgettable game that will long remain in the memory of football fans.

The following matches await the opponents in the next round: RB Leipzig - Union, Darmstadt - Bayer.

Statistics of the match Union - Darmstadt: