RB Leipzig - Borussia Monchengladbach

Regular Season - 22
Kickoff: 2024-02-17 16:30

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RB Leipzig - Borussia Monchengladbach Predictions

Prediction: RB Leipzig or draw
Best odds: 1.12

As the Bundesliga's excitement continues to grip fans around the world, a tantalizing fixture is on the horizon. RB Leipzig is set to clash with Borussia Monchengladbach at the Red Bull Arena in Leipzig, and the predictions are already stirring debates among enthusiasts. With the home side tipped for a win or draw, let’s delve into the details that could decide this compelling encounter.

Key Players - RB Leipzig

RB Leipzig's push for European football next season is heavily reliant on their key players. Emil Peter Forsberg, the midfield maestro, has been instrumental with his vision and ability to split defenses. With a rating of 6.71, 1 assist, and 2 goals to his name, Forsberg's influence in the middle of the park cannot be understated.

Upfront, Timo Werner is another crucial figure for Leipzig. Despite a rating of 6.71, his attacking prowess is evident with his 6 shots on target and 2 goals this season. Werner's clinical finishing and pace could be the difference-maker in this fixture.

Another attacker, Benjamin Šeško, has also been in fine form. With a team-high rating of 6.82, 3 goals, and 7 shots on target, Šeško's ability to find the back of the net adds a sharp edge to Leipzig's attack.

Key Players - Borussia Monchengladbach

On the other side, Borussia Monchengladbach will rely on their defensive stalwart, Joseph Michael Scally. With a rating of 6.64 and his defensive contributions, Scally is expected to be a bulwark against Leipzig's threatening forwards.

In midfield, Kouadio Emmanuel Koné has shown his worth with a rating of 6.66, demonstrating his ability to break up play and initiate attacks. His presence in the center will be vital for Gladbach to control the tempo of the game.

The attacking responsibilities will largely rest on Tomáš Čvančara, who has a rating of 6.68. With 4 goals and 10 shots on target, Čvančara's sharpshooting skills will be crucial if Gladbach is to upset Leipzig at home.

Recent Form

Leipzig's form has been a mixed bag with 2 wins and 3 losses in their last 5 games, indicating a certain level of inconsistency. However, playing at home where they have won 7 out of 11 games, they might find the confidence they need.

Gladbach's form has been worrying, with just 1 win in their last 5 matches. Sitting uncomfortably at the 13th spot, they'll be desperate for points to avoid slipping further down the league table.

Head-to-Head History

Recent history between these two sides shows Leipzig having the upper hand. They claimed victory in their last meeting on September 23, 2023, with a narrow 1-0 win at Gladbach's home ground. Before that, Leipzig enjoyed a comfortable 3-0 win on March 11, 2023. However, Gladbach had managed to secure a 3-0 win themselves against Leipzig on September 17, 2022, proving they have the potential to cause an upset.

Prediction

Considering both teams' form, head-to-head records, and key player performances, the prediction leans towards a RB Leipzig win or draw. Leipzig's home record this season has been strong, and with players like Forsberg, Werner, and Šeško in fine form, they have the firepower to secure a positive result.

Gladbach will not make it easy, though, with Scally and Čvančara looking to impact the game in their respective roles. However, the overall balance and recent performances suggest that Leipzig will likely be too strong for Gladbach.

The prediction advice is a double chance: RB Leipzig or draw. With a 45% chance for a home win and another 45% for a draw, the odds are stacked in favor of Leipzig securing points from this fixture. The away side, with only a 10% chance of victory, will need to defy the odds to come away with anything from the Red Bull Arena.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

44%
56%

Attacking Potential

62%
38%

Defensive Potential

35%
65%

Poisson Distribution

73%
27%

Stregth H2H

60%
40%

Goals H2H

56%
44%

Wins the game

55%
45%

RB Leipzig - Borussia Monchengladbach 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