Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the DFB-Pokal match.
A favourable draw helped Magdeburg from the 2. Bundesliga reach the DFB-Pokal round of 16. However, their luck seems to have run out, as they have been paired with top side RB Leipzig.
RB Leipzig
RB Leipzig have won six of their last 10 matches and have lost only once. The absence of European competitions has allowed the coaching staff to keep the team’s key players in excellent condition, and this is now paying off. They have managed to maintain a balance of experience and youth in the squad, which is helping very young players develop quickly. A clear example is Yan Diomande, who has already recorded three goals and three assists in the Bundesliga.
Magdeburg
Magdeburg are bottom of the 2. Bundesliga. In 14 matches, they have scored only 13 goals, which is a real disaster. At the same time, they have conceded 24, the third-worst record in the league. It is clear that if the visitors cannot cope with opponents at their own level, they are very unlikely to stand a chance away to RB Leipzig.
RB Leipzig vs Magdeburg Prediction
Everything points towards a comprehensive win for RB Leipzig. In the round of 32, they already swept aside Energie Cottbus (4:1), and we are likely to see something similar this time. We recommend backing them with a minus handicap.
