RB Leipzig vs Juventus Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

The old lady will visit the Red Bull Arena for the very first time.

RB Leipzig are playing their seventh season in the UEFA Champions League, they will face Italian Giants Juventus for the very first time in Matchday 2. Leipzig are currently sitting in the third spot of the Bundesliga 2024-25 table with three wins and two draws in their first five matches.

Juventus on the other hand have also been incredible so far this season. Since taking over the team from Massimiliano Allegri in June, Thiago Motta has transformed this Juventus side completely. They are currently undefeated in Seria A and are just behind Napoli in the table. The defensive record of this Juventus side has been fantastic this season as they are yet to concede a goal in Seria A.

Juventus won their opening UCL game 3-1 against the reigning Eredivisie champions, PSV. Leipzig on the other hand are coming into this game after losing their opening UCL game 2-1 against Atletico Madrid.

KickOff:

Thursday, October 3, 2024 at 12:30 AM IST

Venue: Red Bull Arena

Form:

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

Juventus (in all competitions): W-D-W-D-D

Players to watch out for:

Xavi Simons (RB Leipzig)

Xavi Simons is one of the most exciting young talents in world football and is already at the heart of Leipzig’g’s attack. In his last match against Augsburg, the youngster displayed his playmaking, dribbling, and goalscoring qualities. Considering how good Juventus have been defensively this season, RB Leipzig will hope that Xavi Simons can unlock their defense with his incredible technique and passing range.

Gleison Bremer (Juventus)

Juventus has always been known for its impenetrable defense and this season is no exception. Juventus have only conceded one goal this season so far and Gleison Bremer should be given huge credit for that. The Brazilian has been rock solid at the back for the old lady. Juventus will have to do a lot of defending against RB Leipzig and they need Bremer to perform on a high level to contain the Germans in their backyard.

Match Facts:

• RB Leipzig and Juventus are facing each other for the first time.
• Juventus won their last four games against German opponents.
• Leipzig have lost two out of their last four home European matches.

RB Leipzig vs Juventus: Betting Tips and Odds

• Tip1: Result – RB Leipzig to win
• Tip2: Both teams to score – Yes
• Tip3: Goals over 1.5

Injury & Team News

RB Leipzig will miss the likes of Xaver Schlager, Elif Elmas, Assan Ouédraogo and Kevin Kampl.

Juventus on the other hand will not have Arkadiusz Milik, Timothy Weah, and Vasilije Adžić available for selection.

Head To Head:

Total matches: 0

Juventus won: 0

RB Leipzig won: 0

Draws: 0

Predicted Lineup:

RB Leipzig Predicted Lineup (4-4-2)

Gulacsi (GK); Lukeba, Geertruida, Orban, Raum, Haidara, Seiwald, Simons, Nusa, Sesko, Openda

Juventus Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1)

Perin (GK), Danilo, Kyatengwa, Bremer, Rouhi, Locatelli, McKennie, González, Koopmeiners, Yildiz, Vlahović

Match Prediction:

RB Leipzig vs Juventus will be an entertaining game. Considering the quality of players both teams have, it will be a close game. Our prediction for this inaugural UEFA Champions League match will be 2-1 in favour of RB Leipzig.

Prediction: RB Leipzig 2-1 Juventus

Telecast for RB Leipzig vs Juventus

India – Sony Sports Network, SonyLiv

UK – Amazon Prime Video

US – Paramount+

Nigeria – DStv Now

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