RB Leipzig vs Bayern Munich
Bayern Munich can clinch the Bundesliga title this weekend when they visit RB Leipzig at the Red Bull Arena on Saturday. Another win could seal it for Vincent Kompany’s men, but they will also bring home the Meisterschale even with a draw or loss if Bayer Leverkusen lose against SC Freiburg.
Die Bayern have an eight-point cushion at the top of the German top-flight table with three matchdays remaining, so winning the Bundesliga is inevitable, especially because they’re undefeated in their last six league games (W4, D2).
On the other hand, RB Leipzig need this victory to keep pace in the Top 4 race. Die Roten Bullen’s Champions League hopes hit a major roadblock in last week’s 4-0 defeat against Eintracht Frankfurt. Zsolt Low’s men fell to fifth in the standings with 48 points, as SC Freiburg leapfrogged them with a 1-0 win over VfL Wolfsburg.
Talking Points
RB Leipzig lose key defender, Top 4 ground
RB Leipzig’s 4-0 loss against Eintracht Frankfurt last weekend was one of their worst results this season, and it couldn’t have come at a more inopportune time. Not only that, but they also lost one of their key defenders in the process, as El Chadaille Bitshiabu received a straight red card for his reckless challenge on Ansgar Knauff in the second half.
Eintracht Frankfurt ran roughshod over RB Leipzig’s porous backline, as Ansgar Knauff (brace), Hugo Ekitike, and Robin Koch featured on the scoresheet, and Zsolt Low’s men couldn’t do anything about it. Die Roten Bullen did so badly that they only had one shot on target in the second half, as Kevin Trapp easily saved Ridle Baku’s tame attempt.
Because of what happened against Die Adler and El Chadaille Bitshiabu’s suspension, Zsolt Low must tinker with his starting XI this Saturday. RB Leipzig will likely keep the same frontline and midfield. But the backline could look different, with Lukas Klostermann, Lutsharel Geertruida, and Castello Lukeba tasked with keeping Bayern Munich at bay, while David Raum could start after coming off the bench last time out.
Key absentees for Bayern Munich
Harry Kane won’t be on the pitch when Bayern Munich will likely celebrate clinching the Meisterschale against RB Leipzig. The Englishman must serve his suspension on matchday 31 after he picked up his fifth yellow card in their 3-0 win over Mainz.
It’ll be a bittersweet moment for Kane since his league-leading 24 goals have contributed so much to Die Bayern’s title run this season. However, he can sleep well at night knowing he’ll finally end his long wait for his first piece of silverware.
Kane will not be the only one who will miss the coronation at Red Bull Arena, as Tarek Buchmann (shoulder), Alphonso Davies (knee), Hiroki Ito (foot), and Jamal Musiala (hamstring) are injured. Don’t be surprised if Josip Stanisic, Thomas Muller, and Raphaël Guerreiro start against Die Roten Bullen.
History
Bayern Munich whacked RB Leipzig in their reverse fixture last December, notching a 5-1 win at the Allianz Arena. After a back-and-forth between Jamal Musiala and Benjamin Sesko in the opening minutes, Die Bayern broke the game wide open via goals by Konrad Laimer, Joshua Kimmich, Leroy Sane, and Alphonso Davies.
Bayern Munich have only lost one of their last 10 away games against RB Leipzig (W4, D5) – a 2-1 result in the Bundesliga in March 2018. Vincent Kompany’s side has only lost two of their first 31 matches this season (W23, D6), something they last managed in 2016-17 under Carlo Ancelotti. They also have 14 clean sheets this term (league-high).
With only 49 points from 31 games, RB Leipzig are in the middle of their second-worst Bundesliga campaign. They have only been worse at this juncture in 2017-18 (47 points).
Betting Tip
The Bundesliga 2025 odds predict Bayern Munich bringing home the Meisterschale via an away victory this Saturday. Die Bayern are 1.63 favourites to win, whereas Die Roten Bullen are 3.99 underdogs, and a draw is at 4.17 in the 1X2 market.
Bayern Munich will likely put on a show while they’re at it, so SBOTOP football fans can expect new Bundesliga 2025 highlights from this contest. Besides our recommended bet, bettors can also go for alternatives like Over 3.75 at 1.71, Over 3.50 at 1.96, Over 3.25 at 2.20, and Total Goal 4-6 at 2.19. Furthermore, a First Half Correct Score of 3-1 in favour of Bayern Munich – which is what happened in their reverse fixture – is a long shot at 105.00.
A SHORT EXPLANATION ON HOW OUR (⭐) BETS ARE WORTH:
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Disclaimer: Odds are correct at time of publish.
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