Real Madrid vs RB Leipzig Preview, prediction, injury news & lineups | Champions League 2026-27
The last game between these two teams ended in a 1-1 draw
Matchday three of the UEFA Champions League will take us to the Santiago Bernabéu, where Real Madrid will lock horns with RB Leipzig in an intense clash. The home side comes into this game after displaying arguably the best performance of the season so far against Sevilla in La Liga, as they secured a 4-1 win. Los Blancos are currently placed eighth in the Champions League table.
RB Leipzig, on the other hand, registered one win and one loss in football’s biggest club competition. In their opening six league games, RB Leipzig have won three and have been on the losing end on the other three occasions. Their last game ended in a humiliating 6-1 loss against the defending Bundesliga Champions, Bayern Munich.
Kick-off:
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- Location: Madrid, Spain
- Stadium: Santiago Bernabéu
- Date and Kick-off time: Thursday, 22 October – 12:30 AM IST; Wednesday, 21 October – 07:00 PM GMT/ 03:00 PM ET/ 12:00 PM PT
- Referee: Not decided
- VAR: In Use
Form:
Real Madrid: W-W-W-L-W
RB Leipzig: L-W-W-L-W
Players to watch out for:
Kylian Mbappe (Real Madrid)
The Frenchman is going to play an important role in the attacking front for Real Madrid in the upcoming match. Kylian Mbappe has been a constant threat to the opponent’s defence. He is coming into this game after scoring an amazing brace against Sevilla. He has been Real Madrid’s top goalscorer ever since he joined the club.
Antonio Nusa (RB Leipzig)
Antonio Nusa has been RB Leipzig’s most effective attacker this season so far. In the six league games so far, Antonio Nusa has registered 3 goals and 3 assists. He is a versatile player who plays his best football on the left. He can play all along the left flank and will cause a lot of problems for Real Madrid’s fullback.
Match Facts:
- The last game between these two teams ended in a 1-1 draw.
- Real Madrid won 4-1 against Sevilla in their last game.
- RB Leipzig lost 6-1 against Bayern Munich in their last game.
Real Madrid vs RB Leipzig: Betting tips and odds
- Tip 1: Real Madrid to win – 1.76 by 1XBET
- Tip 2: Both teams to score – 1.67 by Pinnacle
- Tip 3: Expected Goals – Over 3.5 – 1.91 by Stake
Injury and Team news:
Rodrygo, Ferland Mendy and Raúl Asencio are unavailable for the home side.
RB Leipzig, on the other hand, will be without the likes of Christoph Baumgartner, Assan Ouédraogo and Marc Guiu for their clash against Real Madrid.
Head to Head:
Total Matches: 4
Real Madrid won: 2
RB Leipzig won: 1
Draws: 1
Prediction Lineups:
Real Madrid (4-2-3-1)
Courtois (GK); Valverde, Konaté, Huijsen, Cucurella; Bellingham, Tchouaméni; Diomandé, Güler, Vinícius Jr; Mbappé
RB Leipzig (4-2-3-1)
Vandevoordt (GK); Klostermann, Orban, Lukeba, Raum; El Aynaoui, Banzuzi; Gruda, Reitz, Nusa; Nkunku
Match Prediction:
Real Madrid are coming into this game as the favourites. They are the most successful team in UEFA Champions League history and always turn up when playing in this competition.
Prediction: Real Madrid 3-1 RB Leipzig
Telecast details:
India: Sony Sports Network, SonyLiv
UK: TNT Sports
USA: Paramount+
Nigeria: SuperSport
Where to watch Real Madrid vs RB Leipzig live in India
The game will be played at the Santiago Bernabéu in Madrid, Spain.
Where to watch Real Madrid vs RB Leipzig live in India?
Real Madrid vs RB Leipzig will be streamed live via Sony Sports Network in India.
Who won the last head-to-head encounter between Real Madrid and RB Leipzig?
The last game between these two teams ended in a 1-1 draw.
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