RB Leipzig vs Bayern Munich Prediction, Preview, Predicted Lineups and Team News | Bundesliga

RB Leipzig vs Bayern Munich Preview

• Tournament: Bundesliga
• Date: Saturday, 3rd May 2025
• Kick-Off Time: 13:30 PM GMT
• Venue: Red Bull Arena, Leipzig

Bayern Munich looks to secure the 2024/25 Bundesliga champions when they face off against a struggling RB Leipzig side at the Red Bull Arena, Leipzig. The RB Leipzig vs Bayern Munich clash takes place on Saturday, 3 May 2025 at 13:30 PM GMT.

RB Leipzig have won three of their last five competitive matches but are on a two-match winless run. That has left them in fifth place in the Bundesliga table with 49 points from 31 games, currently being two points behind the top 4.

The Red Bulls need to regain their best form to have a chance of ruining the Bavarians party in the upcoming clash. Knowing the importance of UEFA Champions League, they need to push hard to win their remaining games. To oust Bayern, RB Leipzig needs to be really alert and sturdy defensively as well as needing to be sharp with their attacking output in ensure that the chances created are duly converted.

Bayern Munich now needs just a single point to clinch the Bundesliga title after having created a definitive lead over Bayer Leverkusen. They're holding the top spot with 75 points from 31 games, having won four of their last five Bundesliga games to gain control of the title race.

Vincent Kompany will demand another round of free-flowing, decisive attacking football from his players to get the job done. Bayern have scored 90 goals in the Bundesliga so far and look to get closer to the 100 marks with a ruthless display against RB Leipzig. Of course, the Bavarians need to be respectful of their opponents unpredictable attacking threat and maintain a stubborn defensive shape, but they'll be more focused on creating exciting attacking moves using their explosive forward lines and win the title in style.

RB Leipzig Team News

Zsolt Low is actually missing quite a few important players from his squad. Peter Gulacsi (concussion) and Will Orban (muscle) are still out of action, with both needing to pass fitness tests. The likes of Xaver Schlager (muscle), Benjamin Henrichs (knee) and Assan Quedraogo (hamstring) are not expecetd to return to action before the next campaign. El Chadaille Bitshiabu is suspended.

Bayern Munich Team News

Vincent Kompany will be without his striker Harry Kane for this match, as he is suspended after picking up 10 yellow cards. Jamal Musiala (muscle) is not expected to play any more part in this Bundesliga campaign. Dayot Upamecano (knee), Alphonso Davies (knee), Hiroki Ito (metatersal fracture) and Raphael Guerreiro (muscle) are all out for the remainder of the campaign. Tarek Buchmann must pass a fitness test to be ready for this.

RB Leipzig vs Bayern Munich Predicted Lineup

RB Leipzig Predicted Lineups (3-5-1-1):

Goalkeeper: Maarten Vandevoordt

Defenders: Lutsharel Geertruida, Lukas Klostermann, Castello Lukeba, Kosta Nedeljovic, David Raum

Midfielders: Ridle Baku, Amadou Haidara, Christian Baumgartner

Forwards: Xavi Simons, Benjamin Sesko

Bayern Munich Predicted Lineups (4-2-3-1):

Goalkeeper: Manuel Neuer

Defenders: Konrad Laimer, Eric Dier, Kim MIn-Jae, Jonas Stanisic

Midfielders: Joshua Kimmich, Leon Goretzka, Serge Gnabry

Forwards: Michael Olise, Leroy Sane, Thomas Muller

RB Leipzig vs Bayern Munich Head-to-Head Record

These two German sides have faced each other on 21 occasions. Out of that, Bayern Munich have won 11 games and RB Leipzig have only been able to win three games. In their last five meetings, Bayern and RB Leipzig have won two games apiece.

Key Players to Watch in RB Leipzig vs Bayern Munich

Benjamin Sesko (RB Leipzig)

Benjamin Sesko has turned heads around Europe with his impressive performances for RB Leipzig. He's managed a decent 9.34 xG (expected goals) in the Bundesliga, overperforming that with 12 goals so far. The 21-year-old needs to tap into his ruthless streak to have a chance of guiding his side to a big win.

He needs to be smart with his off-the-ball runs and positioning in the final third to disrupt the Bavarians backline. Most importantly, Sesko has to be clinical in finishing off his chances to rally on his teammates and inspire the Red Bulls back to winning ways.

Michael Olise (Bayern Munich)

Michael Olise has enjoyed a prolific first season at Bayern Munich, as he's overperformed his 8.68 xG with nine goals and also his 11.13 xA (expected assists) with 12 assists! The Frenchman has been a breath of fresh air to Bayern's attack with his trickery and decisive final product.

He needs to be smart with his forward runs and dribbles to sneak his way into the key spaces against RB Leipzig. Olise also will have to be prolific with his final third, timing his passes perfectly, and also look to take some unpredictable shots on target to terrorize the opponents.

RB Leipzig vs Bayern Munich Prediction

Considering that the last three games between these two sides have resulted in 13 goals, it's almost guaranteed that this clash should have plenty of goals. Although neither side have their strongest lineup, their urge for a win should motivate them to produce a thrilling end-to-end display.

However, RB Leipzig's recent slump should give an added bonus for Bayern Munich to really take the fight to them and seal their title in decisive fashion. While both sides should have plenty of goal-scoring chances, Bayern's hunger for a win and in-form attack should power them to three points.

Predicted Score: RB Leipzig 1-3 Bayern Munich

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