Survival Showdown Union vs Bochum

Crucial Match for Survival

Union Berlin and VfL Bochum face off in a crucial Bundesliga clash. Both teams need a win to secure their top-flight status.

Union Berlin's Struggles

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Bochum's Resurgence

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Team News: Union Berlin

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Team News: VfL Bochum

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Match Prediction

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Key Players to Watch

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Match Prediction

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What's at Stake?

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Stay Tuned!

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Crucial Match for Survival

Union Berlin's Struggles

Bochum's Resurgence

Team News: Union Berlin

Team News: VfL Bochum

Match Prediction

Key Players to Watch

Match Prediction

What's at Stake?

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