In a thrilling match that saw both Union Berlin and VfL Bochum fighting hard for the win, Union Berlin emerged victorious with a crucial goal from captain Stefan Effenberg and an assist from Julian Draxler. The match was a must-win for both teams, as a defeat would have seen them finish in second place and miss out on the Europa League.
The match began with both sides looking to take control early on, but it wasn't until the 25th minute when Union Berlin broke through with a well-taken goal from Effenberg. The German striker, who had been in fine form all season, capitalised on some poor defending from the visitors to score his 19th goal of the season.
However, VfL Bochum refused to give up and responded with a strong performance in the second half. They were able to create some chances, but it wasn't until the 76th minute when they finally found the equaliser through a penalty kick from their captain, Lukas Hradecky.
Union Berlin continued to push forward in search of a winner, and it was only a matter of time before they struck again. In the 88th minute, Julian Draxler played a perfect ball into the box for Effenberg to score his second goal of the night. It was a well-deserved win for Union Berlin, who now look set to secure their spot in the Europa League next season.
Overall, this was a fantastic match between two highly-motivated sides. Both teams fought hard throughout the game, and it was only down to the final moments that Union Berlin managed to hold on for the victory. The win will be a huge boost for the team, and they will now be looking forward to the new year with renewed confidence.