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On 24 April 2026, at Red Bull Arena, Leipzig hosts Union Berlin in a highly anticipated Bundesliga clash. RB Leipzig is a slight favorite with their dominant form and home edge. Expect an engaging match with a chance of Leipzig winning, possibly by a narrow margin due to their attacking firepower.
These are our top betting tips and predictions for the match.
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 |
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30 | 18 | 5 | 7 | 59 | 37 | 22 | 59 | W W W W L |
| 11 |
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30 | 8 | 8 | 14 | 34 | 52 | -18 | 32 | L L D L W |
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MP | W | D | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 30 | 18 | 5 | 7 |
| Home | 15 | 10 | 2 | 3 |
| Away | 15 | 8 | 3 | 4 |
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CS | BTTS | FTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 37% | 53% | 10% |
| Home | 40% | 60% | 0% |
| Away | 33% | 47% | 20% |
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MP | W | D | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 30 | 8 | 8 | 14 |
| Home | 15 | 4 | 6 | 5 |
| Away | 15 | 4 | 2 | 9 |
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CS | BTTS | FTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 20% | 53% | 27% |
| Home | 20% | 60% | 20% |
| Away | 20% | 47% | 33% |
RB Leipzig enters the match with an 80% recent form and a strong home record. Union Berlin, while historically competitive, faces a tough away fixture. Injuries are minimal, and both teams prefer attacking setups, making goals likely. Leipzig's stable squad and home advantage argue for a dominant performance.
Leipzig's squad is largely intact with key attacking players such as J. Bakayoko and B. Gruda ready to lead the line, supported by X. Schlager in midfield. Union Berlin features Jeong Woo-Yeong and O. Burke spearheading their attack, with a solid defensive core including D. Doekhi and S. Nsoki. Injuries are minimal, but squad depth remains crucial.
If RB Leipzig scores first in the match at Red Bull Arena, they will likely control the game, given their strong recent form and history of winning when home. The draw is also a plausible outcome considering Leipzig's recent tight matches. If Union Berlin scores early or levels at half-time, expect a tense second half, potentially with goals from counters or set pieces.
Leipzig's attacking setup, with a 4-3-3, suggests an emphasis on quick tempo and wide play to stretch Union Berlin, who may employ a more conservative formation. Set-piece opportunities could be crucial given Leipzig's aerial threats and Union's disciplined defense. Expect Leipzig to press high and create chances through width and quick transitions.
See below all the main information for this match.
RB Leipzig is favored to win based on recent form, home advantage, and historical head-to-head success.
A likely prediction is a narrow victory for RB Leipzig, with an expected scoreline around 2-1, considering Leipzig's offensive capabilities and Union Berlin's recent defensive resilience.
The match could see Leipzig controlling possession and creating multiple goal-scoring opportunities, with Union Berlin aiming to counter and possibly threaten from set pieces.