1.FC Köln - RB Leipzig

Regular Season - 26
Kickoff: 2024-03-15 18:30

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1.FC Köln - RB Leipzig Predictions

Prediction: RB Leipzig
Best odds: 1.56

As the Bundesliga gears up for another thrilling encounter, the stage is set at RheinEnergieStadion where 1.FC Köln will host the formidable RB Leipzig. With the league season deep into its 26th round, every match now carries weighty implications, and this particular fixture is shrouded in anticipation, with predictions hanging in the balance.

Key Players

For the home side, 1.FC Köln, much will depend on the performance of their midfield dynamo, Linton Maina. With a rating of 6.71, Maina's ability to convert chances with his 8 shots on target from 16 attempts will be crucial. He has also contributed with 1 assist and has been instrumental with 324 total passes and 12 key passes this season.

Defensively, Max Finkgräfe stands out with a rating of 6.89. Finkgräfe has shown his prowess not only in defense but also in contributing to the attack, having scored 1 goal from 4 total shots. His defensive mettle will be tested against Leipzig's aggressive offense.

In the midfield, Jan Uwe Thielmann has been another bright spot for Köln. With a rating of 6.91, Thielmann's 10 shots on target and overall contribution to the team's playmaking will be key to unlocking Leipzig's defense.

On the other side, RB Leipzig's Emil Peter Forsberg will be a player to watch. The midfielder, with a rating of 6.71, has managed to find the back of the net twice and has been a creative force with 1 assist and 6 key passes.

Leipzig's attack is further bolstered by Timo Werner, a sharpshooter with a keen eye for goal. Werner's 2 goals this season may not be a staggering number, but his ability to be in the right place at the right time can never be underestimated.

Finally, the towering presence of Yussuf Yurary Poulsen in the attack adds to Leipzig's threat. Poulsen has notched up 3 goals and provided 1 assist, proving to be a versatile attacker for his side.

Recent Form

1.FC Köln, currently struggling at the 16th spot in the league, has had a mixed bag of results with their form reading 'LDWDL'. They have managed just 16 points from 22 games, which speaks volumes about their dire need for a turnaround.

RB Leipzig, sitting comfortably at 5th place, has had a better run with a form line of 'WDWLL'. Their 40 points from the same number of matches as Köln show a stark contrast in performance levels, with a goals difference of +20 compared to Köln's -21.

Head-to-Head History

The head-to-head record between these two sides adds an intriguing historical context to the match. The most recent encounter on October 28, 2023, saw RB Leipzig dominate with a resounding 6-0 victory over Köln. Prior to that, the teams have drawn twice, with scores of 0-0 and 2-2 on February 4, 2023, and August 13, 2022, respectively.

Prediction

Considering both the teams' recent form and the head-to-head history, this match could potentially swing in favor of the visitors. However, the unpredictability of football, especially in a league as competitive as the Bundesliga, means nothing can be taken for granted.

Köln will be desperate to climb out of the relegation zone, and Leipzig will aim to cement their spot for European competition. The absence of clear predictions and the balance of key players on both sides makes this an open-ended contest.

With the stakes high for both teams, this match promises to be a captivating encounter. The final prediction leans towards a tightly contested match, perhaps ending in a draw, with both teams scoring. Expect the likes of Linton Maina and Yussuf Yurary Poulsen to make an impact, but the strength in Leipzig's recent performances might just give them the edge in this Bundesliga showdown.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

23%
77%

Attacking Potential

31%
69%

Defensive Potential

38%
62%

Poisson Distribution

25%
75%

Stregth H2H

25%
75%

Goals H2H

25%
75%

Wins the game

28%
72%

1.FC Köln - RB Leipzig Head to Head

Bundesliga standings

Rank Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Bayer Leverkusen players, news and schedule Bayer Leverkusen 28 24 4 0 69 19 50 76
2 Bayern Munich players, news and schedule Bayern Munich 28 19 3 6 80 36 44 60
3 VfB Stuttgart players, news and schedule VfB Stuttgart 28 19 3 6 64 34 30 60
4 RB Leipzig players, news and schedule RB Leipzig 28 16 5 7 64 33 31 53
5 Borussia Dortmund players, news and schedule Borussia Dortmund 28 15 8 5 55 33 22 53
6 Eintracht Frankfurt players, news and schedule Eintracht Frankfurt 28 10 12 6 43 36 7 42
7 FC Augsburg players, news and schedule FC Augsburg 28 9 9 10 45 46 -1 36
8 1899 Hoffenheim players, news and schedule 1899 Hoffenheim 28 10 6 12 48 53 -5 36
9 SC Freiburg players, news and schedule SC Freiburg 28 10 6 12 40 52 -12 36
10 FC Heidenheim players, news and schedule FC Heidenheim 28 8 9 11 41 49 -8 33
11 Werder Bremen players, news and schedule Werder Bremen 28 8 7 13 36 44 -8 31
12 Union Berlin players, news and schedule Union Berlin 28 8 5 15 25 43 -18 29
13 Borussia Monchengladbach players, news and schedule Borussia Monchengladbach 27 6 10 11 46 53 -7 28
14 VfL Wolfsburg players, news and schedule VfL Wolfsburg 27 7 7 13 33 44 -11 28
15 Vfl Bochum players, news and schedule Vfl Bochum 28 5 11 12 33 58 -25 26
16 FSV Mainz 05 players, news and schedule FSV Mainz 05 28 4 11 13 26 46 -20 23
17 1.FC Köln players, news and schedule 1.FC Köln 28 4 10 14 23 49 -26 22
18 SV Darmstadt 98 players, news and schedule SV Darmstadt 98 28 2 8 18 28 71 -43 14