Livan Burcu
FCU
Center Midfielder
Creative Playmaker
Sep 28, 2004 (22)
Right
5'11"
150 lb
Available after illness
Burcu (illness) has recovered and is available for Saturday's Bundesliga clash against Augsburg, according to coach Mauro Lustrinelli. "Livan is healthy again."
Analysis: Burcu is back in contention after missing Union Berlin's 0-0 draw against Borussia Dortmund due to illness. The attacker had previously scored the winning goal in the 1-0 victory over Elversberg, recording three shots, including one on target, before being sidelined. His recovery provides Union with an additional attacking option ahead of Saturday's trip to Augsburg, although his immediate return to the starting lineup remains uncertain. With Kastriot Imeri (undisclosed) doubtful for the match, Burcu could benefit from increased opportunities in attack.
Ruled out with illness
Burcu is unavailable for Saturday's Bundesliga clash against Borussia Dortmund after falling sick ahead of the match, according to the club.
Analysis: Burcu will miss Saturday's encounter against Dortmund after delivering a decisive performance in the previous Bundesliga match against Elversberg. The attacker scored the only goal in the 1-0 victory, recording three shots (one on target) while helping Union Berlin secure all three points. His absence comes at an unfortunate time following that match-winning contribution, although the unchanged starting lineup suggests his illness will primarily affect the team's attacking depth and substitution options. With Oliver Burke also sidelined by illness, coach Mauro Lustrinelli will have fewer offensive alternatives available against Dortmund. Burcu's absence is expected to be temporary, although his availability for the next fixture will depend on his recovery.
Nets crucial goal
Burcu scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-0 win versus SV 07 Elversberg.
Analysis: Burcu scored the only goal during Saturday's win. It was a crucial goal during such a tightly-contested showdown. The attacker made the most of his limited chances and was able to earn all three points. This is one of the most winnable matches on the schedule for Burcu and co. who did what they needed to in a tough spot.
Credited with assist in win
Burcu assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal) and two corners in Saturday's 4-0 win versus FC Augsburg.
Analysis: Burcu was credited with an assist in Union's third goal, though he simply connected on a short pass with Andras Schafer, who blasted an unstoppable shot into the upper 90 past Finn Dahmen. Burcu recorded a goal and an assist in his last three league appearances, but those would end up being the lone goal contributions he recorded throughout the 2025/26 campaign.
Scores as substitute against Koln
Burcu scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Koln. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 96th minute.
Analysis: Burcu fired a right-footed strike from outside the box to level the scoring in the 89th minute of Saturday's matchup. While he didn't generate high numbers after coming off the bench in the second half, the goal represented his first direct contribution over 16 appearances in the current Bundesliga campaign. He'll push for more consistent playing time in the competition with attackers such as Ilyas Ansah, Andrej Ilic and Andras Schafer.
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