On Saturday evening, the Bundesliga side Union Berlin took on their arch-rivals 1. FC Köln in what was expected to be an intense match. The visitors had been struggling recently, while the home team was looking to improve on their recent form.
The game started off well for Union Berlin as they took the lead after just two minutes through a goal from their captain, Benjamin Becker. The striker's header from a corner found the back of the net, giving his side the lead they needed.
Köln responded well to the early setback and looked to equalize in the second half. However, it was Union Berlin who were able to hold onto their advantage. They continued to press forward and create chances, with Knoche coming close to scoring twice before being denied by the goalkeeper.
In the end, it was Becker who sealed the win for Union Berlin with a stunning strike from outside the box. His effort was deflected into the net by the keeper, securing all three points for the home side.
For Union Berlin, this result is a huge boost to their confidence and will give them something to build upon going into the next round of fixtures. It also moves them up to sixth place in the league table, putting them within touching distance of the top four spots.
Overall, it was a dominant display from Union Berlin as they showed why they are one of the most feared sides in the Bundesliga. With a few more wins like this, they could well be pushing for promotion at the end of the season.