As the Bundesliga season progresses, RB Leipzig and St. Pauli are set to face off in a highly anticipated encounter this Sunday. With RB Leipzig currently positioned fourth in the league table with 33 points, and St. Pauli in 13th place with 21 points, this matchup is expected to deliver thrilling action on the pitch.
Match Preview
RB Leipzig enters this fixture as the favorite, eager to end their winless run in the Bundesliga. Despite their recent struggles, Leipzig remains a formidable force at home, while St. Pauli will be motivated to close the gap on the top four and create an upset.
RB Leipzig Recent Form
Leipzig’s last three outings have been underwhelming. After a 1-1 draw against Bayer Leverkusen, they suffered a 1-0 defeat to Sturm Graz, followed by a 0-0 draw with Union Berlin. In their last six home games, Leipzig managed three wins, two draws, and one defeat, scoring 12 goals while conceding 11.
St. Pauli Recent Form
St. Pauli is coming off a 0-2 win against Heidenheim and a 3-0 victory over Union Berlin, before drawing 1-1 with Augsburg. Their away record in their last six Bundesliga games includes three wins and three losses, scoring six goals and conceding five.
Prediction: Can St. Pauli Shock RB Leipzig?
RB Leipzig’s attacking prowess makes them strong favorites for this clash. With an average of 1.9 goals per game in their last ten matches, their offensive line is capable of breaking down any defense. However, their defensive fragility, having conceded 24 goals in ten games, could give St. Pauli hope of exploiting gaps.
On the other hand, St. Pauli’s solid defensive structure has helped them claim three clean sheets in their last ten games, conceding an average of one goal per game. However, their offensive output remains low, with only 11 goals scored in the same period.
RB Leipzig vs St. Pauli Betting Stats
- Over 2.5 goals have been scored in 9 of the last 10 RB Leipzig matches.
- Leipzig’s last three home matches have seen over 2.5 goals.
- St. Pauli’s last eight away matches have seen under 3.5 goals.
- RB Leipzig has won their last three home games.
- St. Pauli has struggled against top-six teams, securing just four points in their last six encounters.
Team News & Expected Lineups
RB Leipzig Squad
Coach Marco Rose is expected to select from the following squad:
Goalkeepers: Peter Gulacsi, Maarten Vandevoordt, Leopold Zingerle
Defenders: Benjamin Henrichs, Castello Lukeba, David Raum, Lukas Klostermann, Willi Orban, Lutsharel Geertruida
Midfielders: Amadou Haidara, Antonio Nusa, Arthur Vermeeren, Kevin Kampl, Nicolas Seiwald, Xavi Simons, Christoph Baumgartner
Forwards: Benjamin Sesko, Ikoma Lois Openda, Yussuf Poulsen, Andre Silva
St. Pauli Squad
Coach Alexander Blessin has the following options available:
Goalkeepers: Nikola Vasilj, Ben Alexander Voll
Defenders: Conor Metcalfe, David Nemeth, Karol Mets, Philipp Treu, Hauke Wahl, Manolis Saliakas
Midfielders: Jackson Irvine, Robert Wagner, Carlo Boukhalfa, Elias Saad
Forwards: Johannes Eggestein, Morgan Guilavogui, Oladapo Afolayan
Final Thoughts
Anything other than an RB Leipzig home win would be considered a major surprise. The hosts boast a strong home record, while St. Pauli’s struggles against top teams make them the underdogs in this fixture. However, football is unpredictable, and St. Pauli will aim to defy the odds.
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