Bayern Munich vs RB Leipzig Prediction: Bayern can’t afford to lose their head

The battle for the Bundesliga crown is still ongoing and Bayern Munich are playing to retain their place in order to win the title in a few weeks. The gap between Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund was cut down to just 1 point a few weeks ago, so every point is crucial for both teams. Bayern Munich welcome RB Leipzig to the Allianz Arena for this very important clash. RB Leipzig are also in contention to retain their 5th spot or even climb up to 4th place, if Union Berlin slips up. Bayern Munich are coming off a 6-0 victory over FC Schalke 04, so confidence is very high at the moment. RB Leipzig are also coming off a 2-1 win over SV Werder Bremen last weekend.

Bayern Munich (WWWLD)

Bayern Munich are doing all the right things towards clinching the Bundesliga title but the battle for the crown isn't getting easier as only 1 point separates them from second place Borussia Dortmund. Bayern Munich have 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 defeat in their last 5 matches in all competitions. Overall this season, Bayern Munich have 68 points and a goal ratio of 88:34. They have recorded 20 wins, 8 draws and 4 defeats in 32 matches in the Bundesliga this season.

Bayern Munich were at their very best against FC Schalke 04 in their last match, as they won 6-0. Bayern Munich didn’t waste much time to start scoring as Thomas Muller and Joshua Kimmich both scored in the 21st and 29th minutes. And in the second half, they went even further into the lead with goals from Serge Gnabry (50, 65), Mathys Tel (80) and Noussair Mazraoui (92). Bayern Munich managed 62% possession, 14 shots on target and 4 corner kicks in that game.

Team streak: wins (3), first to score (5/6), less than 4.5 cards (7/8).

RB Leipzig (WWWWL)

RB Leipzig are serious about their top 4 intentions and they will come into this game fully prepared for battle. They have 4 wins and 1 defeat in their last 5 matches and their latest game ended in a 2-1 win over Werder Bremen. Overall, RB Leipzig have 60 points and a goal ratio of 57:38. They recorded 18 wins, 6 draws and 8 defeats in 32 Bundesliga games.

RB Leipzig continued their 4-match win streak by beating Werder Bremen at home last weekend. The first half was goalless and both teams went into the break without goals. And in the second half Werder Bremen were first to strike through Leonardo Bittencourt in the 70th minute. RB Leipzig fought hard to get back into the game and they were rewarded for their efforts in the final 10 minutes of the match. Willi Orban and Dominik Szoboszlai scored two goals in the 87th and 96th minute to complete the Leipzig comeback. RB Leipzig had 62% possession, 7 shots on target and 3 corner kicks.

Team streak: wins (4), more than 4.5 cards (9/10), less than 10.5 corners (10/10)

Head to Head

Bayern Munich have played against RB Leipzig 16 times in total and Bayern Munich have 10 wins, while Leipzig have 1 win and 5 matches ended in a draw.

• Bayern Munich have no losses in 11 meetings.
• Bayern Munich are without a clean sheet in 4 meetings.
• RB Leipzig are without a clean sheet in 6 meetings.
• Both teams scored in 5/6 meetings.
• Bayern Munich scored first in 5/5 meetings.
• There were less than 10.5 corners in 4/5 meetings.

Expert Analysis and Tips

Bayern Munich scored 89 goals and conceded 34 in 32 games this season. They scored an average of 2.8 goals per game and had a 15% conversion rate. They created an average of 4.0 chances per game and played an average of 18.8 shots per game. They played an average of 7.8 shots on target per game and an average of 6.8 corners per game. Defensively, they managed to concede an average of 1.1 goals per game and they have kept 11 clean sheets.

RB Leipzig have scored 57 goals and conceded 38 in 32 games this season. They scored an average of 1.8 goals per game and had a 12% conversion rate. They created an average of 3.1 chances per game and played an average of 14.8 shots per game. They played an average of 5.5 shots on target per game and an average of 5.0 corners per game. Defensively, they managed to concede an average of 1.2 goals per game and they have kept 10 clean sheets.

Betting Tips:-

• Team 1 to Score Goal 1 at 1.64 Odds
• Home Win at 1.60 Odds
• Correct Score 3-1 at 9.5 Odds