The Matchday 1 clash in the Bundesliga between Bayern Munich and RB Leipzig will take place on August 22 at the Allianz Arena in Munich. Bayern Munich vs. RB Leipzig: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Bayern Munich
Last season, the Munich side reclaimed the Bundesliga title for the 34th time in their history. Bayern accumulated 82 points, finishing 13 points ahead of second-placed Bayer Leverkusen. Additionally, they were just one goal shy of reaching 100 goals (99) and boasted the best defensive record in the league, conceding only 32 goals. Worth noting is their current unbeaten streak in the Bundesliga, which stands at nine matches (6 wins, 3 draws). During the off-season, Bayern participated in the FIFA Club World Cup, reaching the quarter-finals, and played three friendly matches, winning all of them. They also competed in the German Super Cup, defeating Stuttgart 2-1.
During the summer transfer window, the club signed defender Jonathan Tah and forward Luis Díaz. Meanwhile, midfielder João Palhinha, along with forwards Thomas Müller, Kingsley Coman, Leroy Sané, and Mathys Tel, departed the team.
- The club has won 13 of their last 15 home matches in the Bundesliga.
- The team has scored at least three times in 12 of their last 15 home league matches.
- At least four goals have been scored in 9 of Bayern's last 12 home Bundesliga matches.
Predicted lineup for Bayern Munich (4-5-1)
Manuel Neuer – Josip Stanišić, Jonathan Tah, Dayot Upamecano, Konrad Laimer – Luis Díaz, Leon Goretzka, Serge Gnabry, Joshua Kimmich, Michael Olise – Harry Kane.
Defenders Alphonso Davies and Hiroki Ito, as well as midfielder Jamal Musiala, will miss out due to injuries.
RB Leipzig
The team had a disappointing campaign last season, finishing only seventh with 51 points. Part of the blame lies in their poor finish, as Leipzig failed to win any of their last five Bundesliga matches (3 draws, 2 losses). As a result, the club will not participate in European competitions for the first time since the 2016/17 season. The team also struggled offensively, scoring just 53 goals, ranking only 12th in this category. Over the summer, Leipzig played five friendly matches, securing three wins and suffering two defeats.
During the off-season, the club added midfielders Andrija Maksimović and Ezequiel Banzuzi, as well as forwards Jan Diomande, Romulo Cardoso, and Johan Bakayoko. A significant loss was the departure of forward Benjamin Šeško. Notably, the team will be under the guidance of new head coach Ole Werner.
- The club has failed to win 9 of their last 10 away Bundesliga matches (5 draws, 4 losses).
- The team has failed to score in 6 of their last 7 away league matches.
- No more than two goals have been scored in 5 of Leipzig's last 7 away Bundesliga matches.
Predicted lineup for RB Leipzig (4-3-3)
Péter Gulácsi – David Raum, Castello Lukeba, Willi Orbán, Kosta Nedelkovic – Xavi Simons, Nicolas Seiwald, Xaver Schlager – Antonio Nusa, Loïs Openda, Johan Bakayoko.
Referee
Florian Badstübner (Germany)
Matches – 15 (Bundesliga, 2024/25);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 47;
Average yellow cards per match – 3.1;
Red cards shown – 3;
Average fouls per match – 21;
Penalties – 20%.
Match Prediction: Bayern Munich vs. RB Leipzig
The Munich side is very strong at home and consistently achieves success: in 13 of their last 15 home Bundesliga matches, the team has outperformed their opponents. However, Bayern does not often secure large-margin victories: in their last nine home league matches, the club has only won by three or more goals on three occasions. During this period, they have narrowly defeated teams like St. Pauli and Holstein Kiel by just one goal.
Leipzig often faces challenges on the road, but the club rarely suffers heavy defeats. In their last nine away Bundesliga matches, the team has only lost by more than one goal once, and they have picked up points in six matches during this period. Furthermore, in their last eight meetings at Munich's ground in the league, Leipzig has been defeated by a large margin only once.
My prediction: Leipzig with a handicap (+2.5)
