1. FC Union Berlin vs. FC Augsburg (09.11.2022)

In an intense Bundesliga encounter on November 9, 2022, 1. FC Union Berlin faced off against FC Augsburg at the Stadion An der Alten Försterei, offering a spectacle filled with goals and tense moments.

The match started with an immediate impact, as Union Berlin's S. Becker found the back of the net just 7 minutes into the game, electrifying the home crowd. However, the excitement was short-lived for Union supporters because just one minute later, FC Augsburg's F. Niederlechner equalized with a normal goal, silencing the home fans.

Tensions rose as Union Berlin’s Rani Khedira received a yellow card in the 12th minute, signaling an increasingly aggressive match. This was soon followed by a series of yellow cards for FC Augsburg's Robert Gumny (20'), Maximilian Bauer (21'), and Ermedin Demirović (25'), indicating a rough and physical battle on the pitch.

In the 22nd minute, resolve paid off for Union Berlin as K. Behrens tallied another goal, putting the home team back in the lead. But again, FC Augsburg showed tenacity with a flurry of substitutions in the 32nd minute, bringing on M. Berisha and M. Bauer, in a tactical move looking to change the dynamics of the game.

Before the halftime whistle, Augsburg's F. Niederlechner proved his worth by scoring his second goal of the match in the 39th minute, leveling the score line and setting the stage for an enthralling second half.

FC Augsburg, hungry for control, continued their strategic changes with Jeffrey Gouweleeuw receiving a yellow card (47') and further substitutions, introducing E. Demirović and R. Vargas in the 66th minute.

Union Berlin responded to the pressure with a substitution of their own, bringing on J. Haberer in the 70th minute to freshen the midfield. The chess game continued as both teams sought the advantage, with FC Augsburg utilizing their final substitution, R. Gumny, in the 77th minute.

The home side conducted a triple substitution in the 83rd minute in an attempt to salvage all three points, with K. Behrens, P. Seguin, and N. Gießelmann entering the fray. Despite the frenzied attempts and tactical changes, neither side was able to clinch the winning goal.

The intense back-and-forth battle ended with both teams sharing the spoils from a 2-2 draw, a result that showcased the competitive spirit and resilience of both sides. The rapid succession of events from the opening whistle to the closing stages provided the fans with a thrilling match that will be remembered for its pace and fervor.

Lineup 1. FC Union Berlin

Lineup FC Augsburg

Substitutes 1. FC Union Berlin

Substitutes FC Augsburg

1. FC Union Berlin

Their nickname is Die Eisernen and their club colours are red and white. The official club song is "Eisern Union" by German punk singer Nina Hagen. They play their home games at Stadion An der Alten Försterei, which has a capacity of 22,012 spectators for football matches. It was opened in 1920 and is also used for concerts.

FC Augsburg

This football club is nicknamed Fuggerstädter. The nickname is named after the well-known prominent Fugger banking family from the home town of Augsburg. The club plays at the Augsburg Arena, which is currently called WWK ARENA for sponsorship reasons. For league matches the stadium has a capacity of 30,660, but for international matches they are working with a capacity of 28,367. The club colours are white and green. In addition to these colours, there are also red elements on the jerseys and red is also represented in the emblem.

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