Real Madrid vs RB Leipzig Champions League Match Analysis
On March 6th, a rematch between Real Madrid and RB Leipzig in the UEFA Champions League is scheduled.
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Real Madrid collected a perfect 18 points from six matches in the group stage, securing their spot in the knockout stage as group winners.
In the first leg against RB Leipzig, they scored in the 48th minute through Dias.
Despite Leipzig creating numerous chances, Real Madrid’s goalkeeper Andriy Lunin successfully stopped all their efforts.
In the domestic league, Real Madrid leads the standings comfortably with 66 points after 27 matches.
Under Ancelotti’s guidance, they have achieved three victories and two draws in their last five matches.
RB Leipzig smoothly progressed to the knockout stage of the Champions League without major challenges.
With 12 points from six matches, they finished second in their group, behind Manchester City.
Similarly, in the first leg, Leipzig had several chances near Andriy Lunin’s goal, but the goalkeeper managed to block all their attempts, denying RB Leipzig any chance of scoring.
RB Leipzig is currently positioned in fifth place in the German Bundesliga standings, boasting 43 points from 24 rounds of matches.
They are just one point shy of securing a spot in the highly coveted UEFA Champions League qualification zone.
In their recent five matches, they have celebrated victory twice, suffered defeat on two occasions, and managed to secure a draw in one game.
Prediction: Real Madrid 2-0 RB Leipzig
Real Madrid triumphed in the challenging first leg and currently holds the lead in the tie.
RB Leipzig will aim to take an early lead and score quickly.
However, the German side has significant defensive issues, failing to keep a clean sheet in their previous five games across all competitions.
Expect another closely contested match, with Real Madrid likely to win, albeit narrowly.
- Prediction: Real Madrid to win
Anticipate another closely fought match between these teams, suggesting a high probability of another low-scoring encounter.
- Betting Tip: Under 3.5
Possible Lineups
Real Madrid: (4-3-1-2)
Lunin;
Carvajal, Tchouameni, Rudiger, Mendy;
Valverde, Camavinga, Kroos;
Bellingham;
Rodrygo, Vinicius Jr.
RB Leipzig: (4-4-2)
Gulacsi;
Henrichs, Orban, Lukeba, Raum;
Olmo, Haidara, Schlager, Simons;
Openda, Sesko