Freiburg's Penalty Struggles Continue as They Draw with Union Berlin
- Freiburg and Union Berlin played to a 0-0 draw, with both teams unable to score.
- Freiburg missed its fifth consecutive penalty in the Bundesliga, further complicating their search for a win.
- This result positions Freiburg fourth in the league, while Union Berlin retains seventh place.
On Friday, November 8, 2024, Freiburg faced Union Berlin in the Bundesliga, where the match ended in a goalless draw at Union's home ground. Freiburg struggled significantly with penalties, missing five in a row, with Vincenzo Grifo's early attempt being saved by Union goalkeeper Frederik Rönnow. Following this, captain Christian Günter could not capitalize on the rebound, marking a continued penalty crisis for the team. Union Berlin began the match strong, maintaining pressure on Freiburg, who managed to defend well thanks to goalkeeper Noah Atubolu, who made critical saves against attempts by Christopher Trimmel and Yorbe Vertessen. This result saw Freiburg climb to fourth place in the league, while Union Berlin remained seventh and extended their unbeaten streak at home for the season. The ongoing penalty woes for Freiburg highlight the importance of not only scoring from set pieces but also the psychological burden they may face moving forward.