Union Berlin lose friendly to FC Aarau

Union Berlin lose 1-2 to FC Aarau in friendly. Serge Müller and Daniel Afriyie score for Aarau. Union sit 11th with 39 points.

24 Jul 2026

Updated 2 Oct 2026 By Heinrich Thalmann · senior correspondent

Union Berlin lose friendly to FC Aarau

Union Berlin lost their final pre-season friendly 1-2 to Swiss Challenge League side FC Aarau. Goals from Serge Müller and Daniel Afriyie secured the win for Aarau. Union remain 11th in the Bundesliga with 39 points.

Union took an early lead but Aarau equalized through a Serge Müller penalty. Daniel Afriyie scored the winner late on. Union's defensive frailties were exposed again.

The friendly highlighted Union's defensive issues. They conceded 58 goals last season and must improve. A strong defense will be key to climbing the table.

Union start the new season 11th with 39 points. They must address their defensive problems before the Bundesliga kicks off. The first matchday is approaching.