RB Leipzig vs Borussia Dortmund Predicted lineup, betting tips, odds, injury news, H2H, telecast

Published at :April 25, 2024 at 7:34 PM

Modified at :April 25, 2024 at 7:34 PM

The most highly anticipated fixture in the Bundesliga this weekend

RB Leipzig, the hosts of this weekend’s pivotal match at the Red Bull Arena, are on the brink of securing yet another UEFA Champions League berth. However, they face a formidable challenge from Borussia Dortmund, who could leapfrog them in the standings with a victory. Currently occupying fourth place, RB Leipzig holds a slim two-point advantage over Borussia Dortmund, with both teams also vying for qualification through external routes aside from league placement.

Borussia Dortmund continues to compete in the elite European competition, having advanced to the semi-finals. Their upcoming clash against Paris Saint-Germain further underlines their European aspirations. In this crucial encounter, the visiting side, Borussia Dortmund, is under more pressure to secure a victory, given their inferior points tally and goal difference. Dortmund trails RB Leipzig by 12 goals in the scoring department this season.

Kick-Off:

Saturday, 27 April 2024 at 5:30 PM GST (7:00 PM IST)

Location: Red Bull Arena

Form

RB Leipzig (all competitions): W-D-W-W-W

Borussia Dortmund (all competitions): L-L-W-W-D

Players to watch out

Lois Openda (RB Leipzig)

When assessing Openda’s playing style, he can be best described as a centre-forward with the versatility to operate as a winger on either side. Unlike traditional target men who remain stationary, Openda actively involves himself in the gameplay. His remarkable dribbling abilities are a standout aspect of his skill set. He has 23 goals and 6 assists in the Bundesliga this season.

Julian Brandt (Borussia Dortmund)

Julian Brandt has quietly emerged as a crucial figure for Borussia Dortmund this season, playing a pivotal role in the team’s success. Beyond his six goals, his 11 assists underscore his significant contributions, his adeptness at dribbling past opponents and scoring spectacular goals has truly made him an indispensable asset for the team.

Match Facts

Leipzig have won five of their last six matches against Dortmund.
Dortmund have their worst Bundesliga record after 30 games since 2020-21.
Only Leverkusen have conceded fewer goals than RB Leipzig this season.

RB Leipzig vs Borussia Dortmund: Betting tips and odds

Tip 1: RB Leipzig to win the match – 4/6 with SkyBet
Tip 2: Lois Openda to open the scoring – 3/1 with Bet365
Tip 3: Both teams to score – 4/9 with UniBet

Injury & team news

Only Yussuf Poulsen is expected to be absent due to injury for the home team.

Borussia Dortmund is contending with four injury concerns. Ramy Bensebaini, Abdoulaye Kamara, Donyell Malen, and Sebastian Haller are all doubtful due to injuries.

Head to Head

Total Matches – 17

RB Leipzig – 7

Borussia Dortmund – 8

Draw – 2

Predicted Lineup for RB Leipzig vs Borussia Dortmund

RB Leipzig predicted lineup (4-2-2-2):

Gulacsi; Raum, Lukeba, Orban, Henrichs; Schlager, Haidara; Simons, Olmo; Sesko, Openda

Borussia Dortmund predicted lineup (4-5-1):

Kobel; Ryerson, Hummels, Schlotterbeck, Maatsen; Sancho, Sabitzer, Can, Brandt, Bynoe-Gittens; Fullkrug

Match prediction for RB Leipzig vs Borussia Dortmund

RB Leipzig are keenly aware that they have a golden opportunity to edge closer to securing a coveted Champions League spot, and they are determined to make a resounding statement at the Red Bull Arena. With an impressive tally of 19 points from their last 21 Bundesliga outings, the hosts are in peak form and brimming with confidence. Furthermore, their recent success against Dortmund adds to their anticipation and motivation for the upcoming clash. Having clinched a thrilling 3-2 victory in their previous encounter, Leipzig has emerged victorious in five of their last six matchups against their top-four rivals.

Prediction: RB Leipzig 2-1 Borussia Dortmund

Telecast

India: Sony Sports Network, SonyLIV

UK: Sky Sports

USA: ESPN

Nigeria: SportyTV

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