Union Berlin Secures Vital 2-1 Win Over Freiburg to Bolster Survival Hopes
Union Berlin moved eight points clear of the relegation playoff spot, while Freiburg's European qualification bid faltered after their seven-game unbeaten streak ended.
- Union Berlin overturned an early deficit with goals from Rani Khedira and Andrej Ilic to claim a 2-1 victory against SC Freiburg.
- The win marked a significant step in Union's fight against relegation, extending their cushion to eight points above the playoff zone.
- Freiburg's seven-game unbeaten streak in the Bundesliga came to an end, dealing a blow to their European qualification ambitions.
- Vincenzo Grifo made his 300th appearance for Freiburg, providing an assist for Lucas Höler's opening goal, but the team fell short despite his efforts.
- Freiburg's goalkeeper Noah Atubolu left the match due to an injury, adding to the team's challenges in a tightly contested game.