Jung Woo-young Scores First Goal of Season as Union Berlin Thrash FC Gütersloh 5-0 in DFB Pokal Opener

Midfielder Jung Woo-young, representing Union Berlin in the German Bundesliga, opened his goal tally for the 2025-2026 season in the team's first official match.

On August 16 (local time), Jung Woo-young was substituted on during added time in the second half of the DFB Pokal first round, held at Heidewaldstadion in Gütersloh, Germany. Facing FC Gütersloh, Jung scored in stoppage time, rounding off the team's dominant lead with a precise finish.

This goal marks Jung Woo-young's first in an official match since his permanent transfer to Union Berlin. Initially joining the club on loan from VfB Stuttgart in August last year to seek greater playing opportunities, Jung made his move permanent ahead of the current season.

After ending last season prematurely due to injury and undergoing surgery in March, Jung's future with the club was secured when Union Berlin announced his full transfer at the end of May while he was still recovering.

Coming on as a substitute in the 85th minute, Jung converted a cross from Andras Nemeth just before the final whistle, sealing Union Berlin's fifth goal of the match.

Union Berlin delivered a comprehensive victory, scoring five times against Gütersloh—who compete in the German fourth division—and secured their place in the second round of the DFB Pokal.

The second round matches of the German Cup are scheduled for October.

Meanwhile, Union Berlin will kick off their 2025-2026 Bundesliga campaign with a home opener against VfB Stuttgart on August 23.

Note “This article was translated from the original Korean version using AI assistance, and subsequently edited by a native-speaking journalist.”

Photo=Union Berlin Official Website