Steffen Baumgart attended Union Berlin's Bundesliga home match against Eintracht Frankfurt as a spectator. The 54-year-old former coach watched the 3:3 draw at the Stadion an der Alten Försterei, as reported by Bild Sport. Union finished the 2025 season in 11th place with 39 points. The team scored 44 goals but conceded 58.
Baumgart's last match as Union head coach was the 1:3 loss in Heidenheim on April 11. Since his dismissal, this was his first time back in the stands for a home game of his former team. "It is very unusual for a dismissed coach to follow a Bundesliga home game of his old team from the stands," Baumgart said himself. He was accompanied by his friend, former Union manager Nico Schäfer.
Why does Baumgart remain connected to Union?
Steffen Baumgart has been a Union Berlin fan for over twenty years and is also a club member. He lives in Köpenick and holds two season tickets for the Bundesliga side. His stadium visit highlights this enduring connection, which goes beyond his coaching tenure. Even after leaving the dugout, he continues to support the club from the stands.
His affinity for the club was evident during his time in charge through a transfer attempt. In 2025, Baumgart tried to sign the then 22-year-old Younes Ebnoutalib for Union Berlin. This personal push for players demonstrates his commitment to the squad's development.
What is Union's current standing?
The record from the past season shows room for improvement. With 10 wins, 9 draws, and 15 losses from 34 matches, Union gathered 39 points. In the final 2025 table, the club finished 50 points behind champions Bayern Munich. The recent form before the season's end was recorded as two wins, a draw, and two losses (WWDLL). You can find the complete table and further statistics on our stats page.
The defense, with 58 goals conceded, was a weak point, resulting in a negative goal difference of -14. These figures underline the tasks facing the team and the new coaching staff. A look at the standings page provides the exact context for the league performance.
What's next for Union?
Preparation for the new season is underway. Union Berlin's next official competitive match is the home fixture against third-placed RB Leipzig on November 21, 2026. This early season highlight is already marked in the fixtures calendar and will be an initial test.
The unusual stand visit by Steffen Baumgart marks the end of an era and the start of a new chapter. While the former coach resumes his fan role, the team must find its feet on the pitch. The data from the previous season provides the benchmark for the upcoming tasks in the Bundesliga.
