RB Leipzig return to domestic action in the Bundesliga this weekend, as they bid to put their Champions League defeat against Liverpool behind them.
It has been a strong start to the German season for the Red Bull-owned club, having avoided defeat in each of their opening seven matches.
Leipzig come into the round after winning each of their last three fixtures in the Bundesliga.
A fascinating contest is likely this weekend, as Freiburg have started the campaign well and currently sit third in the standings. The German club have won four of their last five, which includes victories in their last two.
Odds
With home support behind them, RB Leipzig are an odds-on chance to bounce back from their midweek defeat. Freiburg could be hard to ignore given their strong start to the season at +392.
| Match Result | Odds |
|---|---|
| RB Leipzig | -148 |
| Draw | +325 |
| Freiburg | +392 |
Leipzig Unbeaten in Last Eleven Competitive Matches Against Freiburg
| Total | RB Leipzig | Freiburg | Draws | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Games | 20 | 11 | 4 | 5 |
| Bundesliga Games | 16 | 10 | 3 | 3 |
| Goals | 65 | 44 | 21 |
A reason for the strong market support for the home team will likely be down to their dominant record against Freiburg.
Leipzig have gone eleven competitive matches without defeat against their opponents, recording seven wins and four draws.
Freiburg’s latest success against Leipzig was recorded in October 2019. However, they are winless on their last nine trips to the Red Bull Arena.
🚨⚽ TIP: Under 2.75 Goals @ -120
RB Leipzig vs. Freiburg Key Stats
- Leipzig have made their best start to a Bundesliga season in their history, picking up 17 points from ther opening seven matches.
- This season marks the second time that Leipzig have avoided defeat in the opening seven matchdays.
- Freiburg have recorded a club-best tally of five wins from the opening seven matches.
RB Leipzig Team News
Xavi Simons will be a big miss for Leipzig this weekend, as the Dutchman limped off in Wednesday’s defeat against Liverpool. Lukas Klostermann and David Raum are also expected to be unavailable this Saturday. Xavier Schlager isn’t expected to return until early 2025.
Possible Lineup
Peter Gulacsi (GK); Lutsharel Geertruida, Willi Orban, El Chadaille Bitshiabu, Benjamin Henrichs, Antonio Nusa, Elif Elmas, Amadou Haidara, Christophe Baumgartner, Benjamin Sesko, Lois Openda
Freiburg Team News
The visitors will be without Kenneth Schmidt this weekend due to an abdominal issue. Manuel Gulde and Merlin Rohl are both slated to return in mid-November. Meanwhile, Daniel Kofi Kyereh is set to miss out on club matches until after the next international break.
Possible Lineup
Noah Atubolu (GK); Lukas Kubler, Matthias Ginter, Philipp Lienhart, Christian Gunter, Patrick Osterhage, Maximilian Eggestein, Ritsu Doan, Eren Dinkci, Vincenzo Grifo, Chukweubuike Adamu
RB Leipzig vs. Freiburg Prediction
Both Leipzig and Freiburg have made excellent starts to the new Bundesliga season.
Leipzig’s exertions midweek mean that this could be a good time for Freiburg to travel to the Red Bull Arena. But, the best that they can hope for is likely a draw.
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