Union face tough task at league leaders Leverkusen
1. FC Union Berlin will finally be looking to end their losing streak in the Bundesliga on Sunday. However, the task will be difficult for coach Urs Fischer's team at unbeaten league leaders Bayer Leverkusen (3.30pm/Sky). "They are currently the best team in the league," said the 57-year-old Swiss about the Werkself.
With the 1-1 draw at SSC Napoli in the Champions League during the week, the Berliners celebrated an important success after twelve consecutive defeats. In the league, they have lost their last eight games. Union were in the relegation places before the matchday. In the Rhineland, Fischer will again be without midfield strategist Rani Khedira due to suspension. National player Robin Gosens will travel to Leverkusen despite the imminent birth of his second child, but is "on standby", as Fischer said.
Despite their recent draw in the Champions League, 1st FC Union Berlin continues to struggle in the Bundesliga, having lost their last eight games. This weekend, they face a daunting challenge against league leaders Bayer Leverkusen, who currently have an unbeaten run.
Source: www.dpa.com
