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Could make brief return Saturday Burke (Achilles) could make his return from injury during Saturday's Bundesliga clash against Elversberg after participating in team training throughout the week, according to coac...

Impact Burke has made significant progress in his recovery from Achilles tendon problems that have kept him sidelined for approximately two and a half months. The forward gradually increased his workload during the week, participating in high-intensity drills and showing encouraging signs in both sprints and duels. Manager Lustrinelli's latest comments suggest Burke could be included in Saturday's squad and potentially receive limited minutes off the bench, although he is not yet ready for a substantial role. His return would provide Union Berlin with another attacking option as he continues rebuilding his match fitness.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely against Elversberg Burke (Achilles) completed the majority of Tuesday's team training session and looked sharp in duels and sprints, though Saturday's clash with Elversberg is still expected to come...

Impact Burke continues to gain ground after spending roughly two and a half months sidelined by Achilles tendon problems, with his ability to handle more than an hour of team work Tuesday marking another encouraging step. Despite looking lively in higher-intensity drills, the striker isn't expected to be rushed back against Elversberg as he continues rebuilding his match fitness. His steady reintegration into the group puts him on track to become an attacking option for Union Berlin in the near future.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Back in full team training Burke (Achilles) has been in team training since Friday, making a squad return at the next matchday a possibility, according to Berliner Morgenpost.

Impact Burke has been out for two and a half months due to Achilles tendon problems, so he will likely still have ground to make up in match fitness. He had been targeted to rejoin the team after the international break, with coach Mauro Lustrinelli hopeful of having him as an option, and his return would give Union Berlin another attacking option as the season gets underway for him.

OCTOBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Targeting post-break return Burke (Achilles) is expected to remain sidelined until after the upcoming international break as he continues his recovery from an Achilles issue, according to the club.

Impact Burke has been dealing with the problem for around six weeks after missing a significant portion of preseason and is expected to sit out at least the first four Bundesliga matches of the season. His rehabilitation is targeted for completion around October, with coach Mauro Lustrinelli hopeful the forward can rejoin the team and become an option after the international break. Burke will likely need time to rebuild match fitness following the lengthy absence before pushing for a significant role in Union's attack.

SEPTEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Remains unavailable Burke (Achilles) will remain sidelined for Saturday's Bundesliga clash against Bayer Leverkusen, according to coach Mauro Lustrinelli.

Impact Burke has yet to overcome the Achilles tendon problem that also ruled him out of Union Berlin's league opener against Eintracht Frankfurt. The continued absence is a significant loss for the attack after he led Union with six Bundesliga goals last season. With no clear return date provided, his availability beyond Saturday remains uncertain.

SEPTEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for season opener Burke will be unavailable for Union Berlin's Bundesliga opener against Eintracht Frankfurt on Saturday due to persistent Achilles tendon problems, according to coach Mauro Lustrine...

Impact Burke was Union Berlin's top league scorer last season, finishing with six goals and two assists across 29 appearances, including a hat trick against Frankfurt in September, so his absence for the rematch is a notable blow to the club's attack right out of the gate. His recovery timeline will be worth monitoring closely as the new season gets underway.

AUGUST 28 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up goal with aerial assist Burke assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 4-0 win versus FC Augsburg. In addition, he was given a yel...

Impact Burke delivered the assist that led to Union's second goal with a perfect header that set up Andrej Ilic. Burke was a regular starter for Union Berlin for most of the 2025-26 season, appearing in the XI in 21 of his 29 league contests. He finished the campaign with six goals and two assists.

MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Marie-Louise Eta becomes first female head coach to win a Bundesliga game

Union Berlin’s Marie-Louise Eta became the first female head coach to win a game in European soccer’s top five men’s leagues as she oversaw a 3-1 victory against Mainz in the Germa...

MAY 10 • Associated Press

Nets game winning goal Burke scored a goal with his lone shot while crossing four times (one accurate) and creating two chances during Sunday's 3-1 win over Mainz.

Impact Burke found the back of the net in the 88th minute scoring the game winning goal for Union. The goal was the first since April 18th for Burke as he's combined for four shots, three chances created and eight crosses over his last three starts.

MAY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Leipzig beats Union Berlin and deals trailblazing coach Marie-Louise Eta another defeat

Leipzig has defeated Union Berlin 3-1 in the Bundesliga and dealt coach Marie-Louise Eta her second defeat in as many games in charge

APRIL 24 • Associated Press

Scores late consolation goal Burke scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Wolfsburg.

Impact Burke was finally back on the score sheet Saturday, with it being the forward's first goal since the new year. It would come as a late consolation goal, with Andrej Ilic finding him in the 86th minute, recording two shots before scoring. He now sits at five goals this season, up to six goal contributions in 25 appearances (17 starts).

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Bayern Munich is on the verge of clinching the Bundesliga title after another Dortmund defeat

Bayern Munich can clinch another Bundesliga title this weekend thanks to Hoffenheim’s 2-1 win over second-place Borussia Dortmund

APRIL 18 • Associated Press

Provides assist as a late sub Burke assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-2 defeat versus Hamburger SV.

Impact Burke provided his first assist of the season, having already scored four goals this season. He has started 13 games this season, but only started one of the last five Union Berlin matches, being a sub in three. He came off the bench with seven minutes to go, creating two chances, including the assist for Andrej Ilic.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Union Berlin beats Leipzig 3-1 in Bundesliga with second-half flurry

Union Berlin has defeated Red Bull Leipzig 3-1 in the Bundesliga after a flurry goals early in the second half

DECEMBER 12, 2025 • Associated Press

Nets opening goal Burke scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Friday's 3-1 victory over RB Leipzig.

Impact Burke came up with the opening goal of the match Friday, finding the back of the net in the 57th minute. This marks his first goal in some time, last scoring Sept. 21, his only other game having a goal all season. This brings him to four goals on the season, still without an assist.

DECEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Burke (illness) is back in training before Friday's clash with Gladbach, per manager Steffen Baumgart.

Impact Burke missed training earlier in the week due to a minor illness, but is back in normal training. The forward is a big part of the attack, and now that he's fit and training, he should be in line for his usual starting role Friday. Burke has three goals in four starts this season.

OCTOBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not training due to illness Burke (illness) didn't take part in training Monday, and is a doubt for Friday's clash with Gladbach.

Impact Burke wasn't included in training Friday, and is a sizeable doubt for Friday's clash with Gladbach. The attacker has started the last four matches, scoring three goals in that span. Burke will hope to get back in the starting XI on Friday, but the early week game could put him in doubt depending on his training status later in the week.

OCTOBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Brilliant for win Burke scored three goals to go with five shots (four on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 4-3 win versus Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Burke was on fire Sunday, netting three goals and almost single-handedly getting the win over Frankfurt. The fact he was able to shine against one of the best teams in the league is a majorly impressive feat. Burke has been good for Union, and this hat trick will likely go a long way towards earning him even more chances in the starting XI.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Burke hits Bundesliga hat trick as Union Berlin beats Eintracht Frankfurt 4-3, Dortmund wins

Scottish forward Oliver Burke scored a hat trick and Union Berlin delivered a master class in counterattacking soccer before holding on to defeat Eintracht Frankfurt 4-3 away in th...

SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Returns in friendly Burke (toe) featured one hour in Tuesday's 1-0 loss against Schweinfurt 05 in a pre-season friendly, confirming his return from injury.

Impact Burke ended last season with Bremen sidelined due to a toe injury but that issue appears resolved as he played one hour in Tuesday's friendly with his new club, confirming his return. This is good news for Union because Burke is expected to compete for a starting spot in the frontline and taking part in preseason friendlies can help him build fitness ahead of the 2025/26 Bundesliga season.

JULY 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with Union Berlin Burke has signed a contract with Union Berlin after departing Werder Bremen as a free agent, his new club announced. "Oliver brings the profile we were looking for: pace, physicali...

Impact Burke scored several late game-winners during his time at Werder Bremen, including decisive goals against Borussia Dortmund and VfB Stuttgart. He has played in multiple top leagues across Europe, including the Bundesliga, Premier League, Scottish Premiership, and LaLiga, and has won the Scottish league and cup with Celtic. Burke, who has 13 caps for Scotland, now joins Union Berlin, bringing speed, experience, and a reputation for clutch performances.

MAY 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Burke played his final minutes with Bremen on Saturday against Leipzig, during which he suffered a toe contusion that will prevent him from featuring again for the club before leav...

Impact Burke suffered a toe contusion against Leipzig on Saturday and was unable to train normally this week. He will not recover in time to make a final appearance with the club before leaving at the end of the season. The forward scored five goals in 25 appearances in his final campaign with Bremen.

MAY 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't train Tuesday Burke was absent from training Tuesday due to an injury he suffered in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Leipzig, accoridng to his club.

Impact Burke could be seeing his tenure with Bremen ending early, as he is now dealing with an injury just after it was announced that he is leaving the club after the season. The good news is the injury has been deemed minor, leaving him to possibly train Wednesday. He has started in all but one of their games since the start of March, so this would force a change if he misses out, with Justin Njinmah as a possible replacement.

MAY 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Will leave club after this season Burke will leave Werder Bremen at the end of the season after refusing to extend his contract, the club announced.

Impact Burke will leave the club after this season since he did not accept the contract extension, apparently because he has a better offer elsewhere according to the direction. This is sad news for Bremen since the forward had been growing into a starting role in recent months and could have brought impact in the frontline for the 2025-26 season.

APRIL 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Oliver Burke set to join Union Berlin after Werder Bremen contract expires The Scottish forward has been at Bremen since 2022 and 2024-25 has been his best season in German football, scoring six goals.

APRIL 23, 2025 • NYTIMES.COM

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Marie-Louise Eta becomes first female head coach to win a Bundesliga game

Leipzig beats Union Berlin and deals trailblazing coach Marie-Louise Eta another defeat

Bayern Munich is on the verge of clinching the Bundesliga title after another Dortmund defeat

Union Berlin beats Leipzig 3-1 in Bundesliga with second-half flurry

Burke hits Bundesliga hat trick as Union Berlin beats Eintracht Frankfurt 4-3, Dortmund wins