1st FC Union Berlin

Damion Downs scores a last-second winner for 1. FC Köln against Union Berlin on matchday 33 and...

Decision day for the match!

Union manager Oliver Ruhnert (right) in conversation with interim coach Marco Grote

The ideal outcome would be a direct rescue, but Union has an alternative plan in place.

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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).

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Full commitment on the touchline: Union's interim coach Marco Grote at the 2:3 in Cologne

All is on the line!

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Christopher Trimmel has played for Union since 2014

The skipper remains on the ship.

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Yorbe Vertessen (l.) in a duel with Leipzig's Lukas Klostermann

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.

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Interim coach Marco Grote has more personnel alternatives for the last league game

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.

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