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Union Berlin - Real Madrid: live updates
Here are today's fixtures!
As well as the minute-by-minute coverage of Union Berlin-Real Madrid, I'll also be keeping an eye on the other Group C Game and giving you goal updates as they fly in, plus any other UCL breaking news, so don't worry.
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Union Berlin's turnaround in form
While you may forgiven for thinking that this could be a thumping 0-7 victory for Los Blancos against a side who are down on their luck, the reality now is slightly different.
Nenad Bjelica has come in to turn around Union Berlin’s results and he’s done quite well so far. The side drew against Braga in the Champions League - a fixture that Real Madrid found difficult - and they won at the weekend against Borussia Mönchengladbach.
Today’s Game is without doubt the toughest test yet but Union Berlin certainly come into the Game with their chest puffed out and a little more confidence than before.
The turnaround in form will also likely affect the fans, who will put on a show for us today at the Olympiastadion.
Here's how the stadium looks ahead of kick-off!
Safe to say it won't be this relaxing and quiet once the fans are allowed inside!
How the table looks:
As mentioned, Real Madrid have a squeaky clean record in Group C and booked their place in the next round weeks ago.
They’ve managed to get past every obstacle that has been put in their way, although it’s not been an entirely smooth ride, with every opponent giving them a headache at some point.
A point will mean Napoli are also through, and they face a Braga side knowing that even if they can't win, a draw will be enough to see them pip last-placed Union Berlin to a Europa League spot.
| group C | T | MP | W | D | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 RMA | 15 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
2 NAP | 7 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
3 BRG | 4 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
4 UBE | 2 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
Ancelotti reveals starting XI:
This might be a record for Carlo. We're used to him putting his team news out early, but 2.5 hours?!
Anyway, Bellingham and Rodrygo are perhaps the main surprises as we expected a little more rotation from the Italian, with the little boy Nico Paz widely expected to play from the off.
What's at stake today?
While heads may not roll if the result goes one way instead of another, tonight’s tie in Germany is still an intriguing affair.
Real Madrid will be looking for the three points in order to seal a 100% record in the Champions League group stage and move on comfortably to the next round while Union Berlin still have one hand on Europa League qualification.
If Braga lose to Napoli in Group C’s other tie, then the German side will know that three points against a potentially relaxed Real Madrid will put them into Europe’s second comPetition.
Injuries and absences: Union Berlin
There are a few missing players for Bjelica’s side tonight as Doekhi is out with a knock, as is Becker, Union Berlin’s main goal threat.
Tousart and Bonucci will also miss out due to suspension.
Injuries and absences: Real Madrid
Thibaut Courtois (ACL) is still the long-term absentee, with, Éder Militão (ACL), Eduardo Camavinga (knee), AurélienTchouaméni (foot), Arda Güler (thigh), Dani Carvajal (calf) and Vinícius Júnior (hamstring) all making up the rest of absentees for the Game tonight.
KepaArrizabalaga (groin) has returned to the side after being declared fit enough to play against Betis, although his place is under threat from Lunin.
Welcome!
Hello, hello and a warm welcome to the ASUSA live blog, where I’ve got the pleasure of keeping you up to date with what’s going on during the final match day of the Group Stage in the UEFA Champions League!
It’s Joe here today on duty as Real Madrid take on Union Berlin at the Berlin Olympic Stadium!
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