1. FC Union Berlin
The Iron Ones of east Berlin, famous for a fan-built stadium and a strong community identity. Here is a quick profile, the club’s fixtures, results and league table, its honours and its biggest rivals.
1. FC Union Berlin fixtures and results
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Computed from full-time results, 2026/27 season. Updated Thu 5 Nov, 11:24 UTC| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts | Form |
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| 1 | Bayern Munich | 8 | 5 | 3 | 0 | +19 | 18 | |
| 2 | Borussia Dortmund | 8 | 5 | 3 | 0 | +8 | 18 | |
| 3 | SC Freiburg | 8 | 5 | 1 | 2 | +8 | 16 | |
| 4 | RB Leipzig | 8 | 5 | 0 | 3 | +11 | 15 | |
| 5 |  Werder Bremen | 8 | 4 | 3 | 1 | +3 | 15 | |
| 6 |  Bayer Leverkusen | 8 | 4 | 1 | 3 | +2 | 13 | |
| 7 | SV 07 Elversberg | 8 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 13 | |
| 8 |  Eintracht Frankfurt | 8 | 3 | 2 | 3 | -5 | 11 | |
| 9 | FSV Mainz | 8 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 10 | |
| 10 | FC Augsburg | 8 | 2 | 3 | 3 | +3 | 9 | |
| 11 | VfB Stuttgart | 8 | 3 | 0 | 5 | -1 | 9 | |
| 12 |  TSG Hoffenheim | 8 | 3 | 0 | 5 | -2 | 9 | |
| 13 | 1. FC Cologne | 8 | 2 | 3 | 3 | -3 | 9 | |
| 14 |  SC Paderborn 07 | 8 | 2 | 3 | 3 | -3 | 9 | |
| 15 | Hamburger SV | 8 | 3 | 0 | 5 | -12 | 9 | |
| 16 | Union Berlin | 8 | 1 | 4 | 3 | -12 | 7 | |
| 17 |  Schalke 04 | 8 | 1 | 3 | 4 | -5 | 6 | |
| 18 |  Borussia Monchengladbach | 8 | 1 | 1 | 6 | -11 | 4 |
About 1. FC Union Berlin
1. FC Union Berlin were founded in 1966 in the east of the city, and the club’s nickname, Die Eisernen, the Iron Ones, comes from its roots in the industrial district of Köpenick. The club plays at the Stadion An der Alten Försterei, which supporters helped renovate with their own hands.
Union reached the Bundesliga for the first time in 2019 after winning a promotion play-off against Stuttgart, and in 2022/23 finished fourth to qualify for the Champions League for the first time, playing in the group stage in 2023/24.
Honours and highlights
Best results| Competition | Titles | Winning years |
|---|---|---|
| Bundesliga fourth place | 1 | 2022/23 |
| Champions League group stage | 1 | 2023/24 |
Rivals
Hertha BSC
The Berlin derby against Hertha is the capital’s local contest, with a long history that mirrors the east-west divide in the city.
1. FC Union Berlin FAQs
Where do Union Berlin play their home games?
At the Stadion An der Alten Försterei in the Köpenick district of Berlin, which holds around 22,000 spectators.
Have Union Berlin played in the Champions League?
Yes. Union played in the Champions League group stage in 2023/24, after finishing fourth in the Bundesliga.
Why are Union Berlin called Die Eisernen?
The name means the Iron Ones and reflects the club’s roots in the industrial area of Köpenick in east Berlin.
Who are Union Berlin’s biggest rivals?
Hertha BSC, in the Berlin derby, are the main rivals.
Where can I follow 1. FC Union Berlin fixtures and results?
The fixtures and results section above shows the next five matches and the last five results, with kick-off times in your own timezone. The full list is on our Bundesliga page.