Union Berlin vs Bayer Leverkusen predictions, Feb 21, 2026

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On February 21, 2026, Union Berlin will host Bayer Leverkusen in a compelling Bundesliga matchup at the Stadion An der Alten Försterei. Both teams are arriving with contrasting recent performances that could significantly impact the outcome of this encounter.

Union Berlin has struggled in their last five matches, failing to secure a win. This dip in form may be attributed to tactical inefficiencies and a lack of clinical finishing in the final third. Their defense has shown vulnerabilities, which could be exploited by a sharp Leverkusen attack.

In stark contrast, Bayer Leverkusen has been in excellent form, securing victories in four of their last five fixtures. Their recent success can be credited to a balanced approach, combining solid defensive organization with quick transitions that maximize offensive opportunities. The attacking prowess displayed by Leverkusen makes them formidable opponents, and they will likely seek to capitalize on Union’s defensive lapses.

Bookmakers’ odds reflect this disparity, with Leverkusen favored slightly at 2.45, compared to Union’s 2.83. Predictions suggest a probability of 34.2% for a home win, 28.1% for a draw, and 38.1% for an away victory. While Leverkusen enters as favorites, football remains unpredictable, and Union could seize the moment at home.

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Union Berlin 33%

Draw 28.1%

Bayer 38.9%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

Outrights of German Bundesliga Bayer Leverkusen: 0.51% Union Berlin: 0.14%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	2.92	3.4	2.42
	2.88	3.45	2.42
	3.03	3.51	2.5	Watch and Bet
	2.75	3.25	2.4
	2.89	3.45	2.41
	2.83	3.33	2.45

Latest Results

14.02.26 Hamburger SV – Union Berlin – 3:2 06.02.26 Union Berlin – Eintracht Frankfurt – 1:1 31.01.26 TSG Hoffenheim – Union Berlin – 3:1 24.01.26 Union Berlin – Borussia Dortmund – 0:3 18.01.26 VfB Stuttgart – Union Berlin – 1:1

14.02.26 Bayer Leverkusen – FC St. Pauli – 4:0 07.02.26 Borussia Mönchengladbach – Bayer Leverkusen – 1:1 03.02.26 Bayer Leverkusen – FC St. Pauli – 3:0 31.01.26 Eintracht Frankfurt – Bayer Leverkusen – 1:3 28.01.26 Bayer Leverkusen – Villarreal CF – 3:0

Facts

A mid-table team takes on a leader in this match (ranked 10 and 4 in the zone Promotion ~ Champions League (League phase: )).

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Union Berlin won 0.

Union Berlin is going through a rough patch (last 5 games: 0 wins).

Bayer is in great form and has won several matches in a row (last 5 games: 4 wins).

Bayer may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.

In this match, both teams are almost equally likely to win.

In the last 15 head-to-head matches, Union Berlin won 1 match, drew 5 matches, lost 9 matches, and goals 10:30. (average 0.7:2).

Including home matches between the teams, Union Berlin won 1 match, drew 2 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 5:7. (average 0.8:1.2).

Latest Head To Head

04.10.25 Bayer Leverkusen – Union Berlin – 2:0 12.04.25 Bayer Leverkusen – Union Berlin – 0:0 30.11.24 Union Berlin – Bayer Leverkusen – 1:2 06.04.24 Union Berlin – Bayer Leverkusen – 0:1 12.11.23 Bayer Leverkusen – Union Berlin – 4:0

Standings

2025/26

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	Bayern Munich	22	18	3	1	82:19	63	57
2	Dortmund	22	15	6	1	47:20	27	51
3	Hoffenheim	22	14	3	5	47:28	19	45
4	Bayer Leverkusen	21	12	3	6	43:27	16	39
5	RB Leipzig	21	12	3	6	40:28	12	39
6	Stuttgart	21	12	3	6	38:28	10	39
7	Eintracht Frankfurt	22	8	7	7	44:46	-2	31
8	Freiburg	22	8	6	8	32:36	-4	30
9	Hamburger SV	21	6	7	8	24:31	-7	25
10	Union Berlin	22	6	7	9	28:37	-9	25
11	FC Koln	21	6	5	10	30:34	-4	23
12	B. Monchengladbach	22	5	7	10	25:37	-12	22
13	Augsburg	21	6	4	11	24:39	-15	22
14	Mainz	22	5	6	11	25:37	-12	21
15	Wolfsburg	21	5	4	12	29:44	-15	19
16	Werder Bremen	22	4	7	11	22:42	-20	19
17	St. Pauli	22	4	5	13	20:39	-19	17
18	Heidenheim	21	3	4	14	19:47	-28	13

German Bundesliga Outrights

1. Bayern Munich: 1.03 (89.78%)

2. Dortmund: 15.33 (6.01%)

3. Hoffenheim: 92.2 (1%)

4. VfB Stuttgart: 130.2 (0.71%)

5. RB Leipzig: 180.2 (0.51%)

6. Bayer Leverkusen: 180.2 (0.51%)

7. Freiburg: 580.2 (0.16%)

8. Eintracht Frankfurt: 580.2 (0.16%)

9. Werder Bremen: 680.2 (0.14%)

10. Union Berlin: 680.2 (0.14%)

11. B. Monchengladbach: 680.2 (0.14%)

12. 1. FC Koln: 680.2 (0.14%)

13. Hamburger: 680.2 (0.14%)

14. Wolfsburg: 880.2 (0.1%)

15. Augsburg: 980.2 (0.09%)

16. Mainz: 980.2 (0.09%)

17. Heidenheim: 980.2 (0.09%)

18. St. Pauli: 980.2 (0.09%)

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