RB Leipzig is set to host Real Madrid, last season’s semi-finalists, at the Red Bull Arena Leipzig for the opening leg of the UEFA Champions League round of 16 this Tuesday.
RB Leipzig secured the second spot in Group B, facing two defeats against reigning champions Manchester City during the group stage. On the other hand, Real Madrid dominated Group C with a flawless record, emerging as the group winners.
After enduring consecutive losses in their initial three matches of the year, the hosts made a strong comeback, clinching a victory and a draw in their last two games. In their recent Bundesliga fixture on Saturday, goals from Benjamin Šeško and Loïs Openda secured a 2-2 draw against Augsburg.
The visitors enter the match with an impressive five-game unbeaten streak, securing four victories. In their recent top-of-the-table La Liga clash against Girona on Saturday, they delivered a commanding 4-0 home win, with Jude Bellingham shining as their talisman with a brace.
RB Leipzig vs Real Madrid H2H and Key Stats
RB Leipzig vs Real Madrid H2H and Key Stats
- The two teams clashed twice in the UEFA Champions League during the last season’s group stage. Leipzig and Madrid each secured home wins, with Leipzig triumphing 3-2 and Madrid claiming a 2-0 victory.
- RB Leipzig has displayed consistent performance in their last nine home games across all competitions, boasting seven wins and enduring two defeats.
- Real Madrid have suffered just two losses in away games this term, with both losses coming against local rivals Atletico Madrid.
- Leipzig has netted at least twice in four of their last six home games in the Champions League, securing four wins. Meanwhile, the visitors boast five wins in their last six away games in the competition, scoring at least twice in five of those matches.
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RB Leipzig vs Real Madrid Prediction
RB Leipzig has only secured one victory in their last six games across all competitions, facing three defeats. Intriguingly, they have consistently scored two goals in each of their last four games, a trend they aim to capitalize on. Notably, in competitive matches at home against Spanish teams, they remain unbeaten with a win and a draw from two encounters.
Head coach Marco Rose is set to lead Leipzig with an almost complete squad for this pivotal match. However, there’s uncertainty around Amadou Haidara due to a knee injury, which sidelined him from the recent Bundesliga encounter against Augsburg. Péter Gulácsi, the goalkeeper, has been a consistent presence in the last two games and is anticipated to maintain his position in the starting XI.
Real Madrid, known as Los Blancos, boasts an unbeaten streak of five games, scoring 12 goals and conceding four. Their impressive form extends to winning eight of the last 10 away games across all competitions. However, they face a setback as top-scorer Jude Bellingham will be absent due to an ankle injury sustained in the recent victory over Girona, posing a challenge for coach Carlo Ancelotti.
Despite some injury concerns, including the absence of Thibaut Courtois, Real Madrid has shown resilience. Given their remarkable track record in the Champions League knockout stage, they are anticipated to secure a narrow victory in this crucial match.
Prediction: RB Leipzig 1-2 Real Madrid
RB Leipzig vs Real Madrid Betting Tips
Tip 1: Result – Real Madrid to win (2)
Tip 2: Goals – Over 2.5 goals
Tip 3: At least a goal to be scored in the second half
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