RB Leipzig - Bayer Leverkusen

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90'		2 - 3	Goal	P. Hincapié	Álex Grimaldo (Assist)
63'		2 - 2	Goal	J. Tah	J. Hofmann (Assist)
56'		2 - 1	Goal	L. Openda	Dani Olmo (Assist)
47'		1 - 1	Goal	N. Tella	Álex Grimaldo (Assist)
7'		1 - 0	Goal	X. Simons	X. Schlager (Assist)

87'		X. Schlager	Roughing
71'		X. Simons
66'		F. Wirtz	Foul
38'		J. Stanišić	Roughing
34'
12'		J. Tah

90'			In:	P. Schick	Out:	A. Hložek
88'			In:	E. Palacios	Out:	R. Andrich
84'			In:	X. Simons	Out:	E. Elmas
74'			In:	B. Šeško	Out:	Y. Poulsen
74'			In:	N. Seiwald	Out:	K. Kampl
74'			In:	Dani Olmo	Out:	C. Baumgartner
74'			In:	M. Simakan	Out:	B. Henrichs
31'			In:	J. Frimpong	Out:	N. Tella

RB Leipzig - Bayer Leverkusen Predictions

Prediction: Draw or Bayer Leverkusen

Best odds: 1.60

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As the Bundesliga gears up for a high-octane clash at the Red Bull Arena, fans are on the edge of their seats, speculating about the outcome of the upcoming fixture between RB Leipzig and Bayer Leverkusen. With both teams locked in a fierce battle for supremacy, the predictions for this match are as tantalizing as they are uncertain. Will the home advantage tip the scales, or will the league leaders continue their relentless march?

Key Players to Watch

RB Leipzig's midfield maestro, Emil Peter Forsberg, has been a crucial cog in their setup, boasting a rating of 6.63. With 1 goal, 1 assist, and 5 key passes, Forsberg's vision and creativity could be pivotal in unlocking the Leverkusen defense. Up front, Timo Werner, with a rating of 6.71, has found the back of the net twice and will be a constant threat with his pace and clinical finishing. Not to be overlooked, Christoph Baumgartner has also been instrumental, contributing 3 goals and 1 assist from midfield, alongside a commendable 6.85 rating.

On the other side, Bayer Leverkusen's Adam Hložek has shown flashes of brilliance with a 6.71 rating, and his ability to find space in the final third could prove vital. Nathan Adewale Temitayo Tella, although not prolific, adds depth to the midfield with a 6.73 rating. The standout player, however, is Amine Adli, whose 6.94 rating is a testament to his 3 assists and 1 goal, marking him as a player capable of turning the game on its head.

Recent Form

RB Leipzig's recent form reads like a team in contention, with a sequence of DWWWL in their last five games. Sitting at 3rd in the league with 33 points, they have been formidable at home, remaining undefeated at the Red Bull Arena this season.

Bayer Leverkusen, on the other hand, tops the table with an impressive 39 points, boasting an undefeated streak and a recent form of WDDWW. The league leaders have been nothing short of spectacular, with a goal difference of +30, signaling a potent attack and a robust defense.

Head-to-Head History

The head-to-head encounters provide a mixed bag of results. The last three matches have seen both teams claiming a win each at their home ground and Leverkusen taking an additional victory. The most recent battle, on August 19, 2023, ended in a thrilling 3-2 victory for Bayer Leverkusen. Before that, on April 23, 2023, Leverkusen secured a comfortable 2-0 win. However, RB Leipzig did manage to claim a 2-0 win of their own on October 29, 2022.

Prediction

With both teams showcasing formidable talent and a hunger for victory, the match promises to be a tightly contested affair. The absence of clear predictions adds to the suspense surrounding this Bundesliga showdown. Leverkusen's attacking prowess, led by the likes of Amine Adli, will clash with the resilient home form of Leipzig, where Timo Werner and Emil Peter Forsberg will be eager to make an impact.

Considering the current form and the historical edge Leverkusen has, one might lean towards an away victory. However, Leipzig's unbeaten home record cannot be disregarded. This match could very well end in a high-scoring draw, with both teams finding the net and sharing the spoils.

The final whistle is set to conclude a match that is too close to call, but if one thing is certain, it's that fans can expect a thrilling encounter filled with tactical battles, individual brilliance, and moments that will be etched in Bundesliga history.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

48%

52%

Attacking Potential

47%

53%

Defensive Potential

25%

75%

Poisson Distribution

45%

55%

Stregth H2H

40%

60%

Goals H2H

43%

57%

Wins the game

41%

59%

RB Leipzig - Bayer Leverkusen Head to Head

20/01	RB Leipzig	2 - 3	Bayer Leverkusen
19/08	Bayer Leverkusen	3 - 2	RB Leipzig
23/04	Bayer Leverkusen	2 - 0	RB Leipzig
29/10	RB Leipzig	2 - 0	Bayer Leverkusen

Bundesliga standings

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