![](https://cdn.aussiedlerbote.de/content/images/2024/05/17/272091/jpeg/4-3/1200/75/preparing-for-relegation-fortuna-s-strategies.webp)
Prior to the initial divisional finale on Saturday, Daniel Thioune's squad (49) may encounter four additional competitors during these crucial matches on May 23 (first away, 8:30 p.m./Sky and SAT1) and May 27 (8:30 p.m./Sky and SAT1).
Auto![Yorbe Vertessen (l.) in a duel with Leipzig's Lukas Klostermann](https://cdn.aussiedlerbote.de/content/images/2024/05/15/268574/jpeg/4-3/1200/75/which-actor-will-take-center-stage-in-the-union.webp)
On Saturday, at 3:30 pm, 1. FC Union could earn a draw against Freiburg, which would help them avoid relegation to 3rd-placed Düsseldorf on May 23/27. However, if Bochum wins while they lose or if Mainz loses at Heidenheim, they will be saved instantaneously.
Panorama![Interim coach Marco Grote has more personnel alternatives for the last league game](https://cdn.aussiedlerbote.de/content/images/2024/05/14/265229/jpeg/4-3/1200/75/hope-for-unity-in-the-struggle-against-demotion.webp)
Union players find hope in the return of defensive coach Kevin Vogt (32) to the training field after missing the low-scoring match in Cologne (2:3) due to an injury. With his past experience in relegation struggles, Vogt's expertise could benefit Union.
German Federal States