A draw could be an interesting selection when making a prediction for RB Leipzig vs. Juventus this week.
The Old Lady made a winning start to their Champions League campaign on matchday one, but things should be more challenging against Bundesliga opposition at Red Bull Arena on Wednesday.
Hosts Narrowly Preferred
| Match Result | Odds |
|---|---|
| RB Leipzig | +136 |
| Draw | +240 |
| Juventus | +215 |
RB Leipzig vs. Juventus Head-to-Head Stats
| Total | RB Leipzig | Juventus | Draws | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Games | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Champions League Games | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Goals | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Leipzig Traditionally Slow Starters in Europe
Leipzig suffered a narrow 2-1 loss on matchday one in the Spanish capital against Atletico Madrid. Slow starts to the Champions League have been a common trend for the Bundesliga side in recent European campaigns.
The German team have suffered defeats on matchdays one and two in two of the previous three seasons. But, confidence would have been gained from their dominant domestic display on Saturday.
Benjamin Sesko netted twice in a 4-0 home win over Augsburg. Wins against Italian opposition have been in short supply for Leipzig, but the odds see them listed as favorites this week.
Old Lady Stutter on Road Trips in Europe
Juventus made a professional start to the Champions League on matchday one, recording a dominant 3-1 success against PSV in Turin.
Thiago Motta will be looking to become only the third Juventus manager in history to win each of his first two matches in charge of the team in the competition. The most recent to achieve that feat was Fabio Capello in 2004.
The Old Lady have bossed previous meetings against German sides, winning each of their last four and keeping clean sheets in each of the last two. However, they come into this match after suffering defeats in their last three on the road, and going five without a win.
RB Leipzig vs. Juventus Prediction: Draw Could Be Ideal Result for Both
While Juventus have a strong record against German sides, their recent away record in the competition is a major worry. Leipzig have the attacking players to hurt the Old Lady, but their defensive issues are hard to ignore.
Therefore, we could see an entertaining draw being played out at the Red Bull Arena.
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