RB Leipzig vs Bayern Munich Prediction: Team News, Predicted Lineups and Where To Watch
RBL host Bayern in a Bundesliga match on Saturday, May 3rd, with kick off scheduled for 14:30 at the Red Bull Arena. The hosts will be looking to close the gap on the Champions League places, while the visitors aim to secure the title.
RB Leipzig vs Bayern Munich Form
RBL are currently fifth in the league standings. In their last match, they suffered a heavy 4-0 defeat away to Eintracht Frankfurt, with El Chadaille Bitshiabu receiving a red card.
Bayern, on the other hand, are top of the league. They were also on the end of a defeat in their last match, losing 3-0 at home to Mainz. The Bavarians have been in imperious form on the road, remaining undefeated in their last eight away matches against RBL in all competitions.
RB Leipzig vs Bayern Munich Head-to-head
The recent head-to-head record between these two sides is fairly even, with both teams having won two matches each and drawing two in their last six encounters. The most recent clash saw Bayern emerge victorious with a resounding 5-1 win at the Allianz Arena in December.
RB Leipzig vs Bayern Munich Team News
RBL have several absentees, including Benjamin Henrichs and Antonio Nusa, who are both injured. Xaver Schlager is also sidelined with a thigh problem. Willi Orbán and David Raum are doubtful, while El Chadaille Bitshiabu is suspended. Péter Gulácsi may not be risked after a recent concussion.
Bayern also have a lengthy injury list. Alphonso Davies is out with an ACL tear, and Jamal Musiala is ruled out with a thigh injury. Manuel Neuer is doubtful, while Raphaël Guerreiro is struggling with an adductor issue. Harry Kane is suspended due to an accumulation of yellow cards, and Min-Jae Kim is doubtful with an Achilles injury. Dayot Upamecano is back in light training after suffering a knee injury, while Hiroki Ito is also unavailable.
RB Leipzig vs Bayern Munich Predicted Lineups
RB Leipzig Predicted Lineup (3-4-1-2): Vandevoordt; Klostermann, Lukeba, Orbán; Raum, Kampl, Vermeeren, Baku; Simons; Sesko, Openda
Bayern Munich Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1): Neuer; Stanisic, Kim, Dier, Laimer; Kimmich, Pavlovic; Sané, Olise, Coman; Gnabry
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Where to watch RB Leipzig vs Bayern Munich
RB Leipzig vs Bayern Munich kicks off at 14:30 GMT today and will be shown live on Sky Sports Mix.
RB Leipzig vs Bayern Munich Match Facts
- RBL have seen over 2.5 goals in 8 of their last 9 matches against Bayern in all competitions
- There have been over 2.5 goals scored in 8 of Bayern's last 9 games in Bundesliga
- Bayern have scored at least 2 goals in 8 of their last 9 matches in Bundesliga
- Bayern are undefeated in their last 8 away matches against RBL in all competitions
- Bayern are undefeated in their last 6 matches in Bundesliga
- Bayern have scored at least 2 goals in their last 3 matches against RBL in all competitions
RB Leipzig vs Bayern Munich Score Prediction
Despite missing several key players, Bayern are still expected to have enough firepower to overcome RBL. The forecast suggests that Bayern will create numerous scoring chances and capitalise on opposition errors. The absence of Kane will be a blow, but the likes of Sané, Coman and Gnabry should provide enough attacking threat.
