Preview: VfB Stuttgart v. 1. FC Union Berlin, Bundesliga Relegation Playoff, First Leg
Mercedes-Benz Arena, Stuttgart Thursday, May 23 20:30 CEST, 2:30 p.m. EDT Referee: Bastian Dankert All-Time in All Competitions: 1 Stuttgart win, 1 draw Union Berlin's Form: D-D-W-L-W-D Union Berlin's 2. Bundesliga Position: 3rd, 57 points, +23 GD Stuttgart's Form: L-L-W-L-W-D Stuttgart's 1. Bundesliga Position: 16th, 28 points, -38 GD We're living in a world where the same team has won the title in consecutive years in each of Europe's top five leagues. With the same teams consistently at the top, it almost makes you forget what this sport is really all about. As the game becomes increasingly commercialized, it's increasingly difficult for fans, especially those abroad, to focus on the aspects that make sport such an integral part of human culture. Because above all, while it may be a results-driven business, the fan atmosphere is one driven by community. So, as 1. FC Union Berlin face potential promotion to the Bundesliga f...