The Billy Goats will host the Red Bulls for the Round 26 Bundesliga match.
Date: 15/03/2024 Time:19:30 Venue: RheinEnergieStadion, Cologne.
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Both teams have had mixed performances recently, with FC Cologne showing a consistent trend of draws (DLDLD) and Leipzig displaying a combination of wins and losses (DWLWW). FC Cologne has struggled to score goals, averaging only 0.8 goals per match, while Leipzig has a stronger attacking record, averaging 2.2 goals per match. Considering FC Cologne’s defensive record and Leipzig’s attacking prowess, it’s likely that both teams will find it challenging to secure a win, resulting in a draw.
Prediction: Leipzig to win or draw
Cologne has struggled to score goals throughout the season, with an average of 0.8 goals per match. While Leipzig has a strong attacking lineup, FC Cologne has conceded only 42 goals in total, suggesting a solid defensive performance. The historical data also indicates that matches between these teams have often been low-scoring affairs, with FC Cologne scoring only 19 goals so far this season, and Leipzig conceding just 31 goals.
Betting Tip: Over 2
The Billy Goats come into this fixture in average form. In the last 5 games, they have only lost 2 matches.
The Red Bulls are favorites to win this fixture. Their form coming into this fixture is near excellent, with only 1 loss in the last 5 games.
Cologne: R. Schwabe, R. Cartstensen, T. Hubers, J. Chabot, M. Finkgrafe, E. Martel, D. Huseinbasic, F. Alidou, F. Kainz, L. Maina, S. Adamyan.
Leipzig: P. Gulacsi, M. Simakan, W. Orban, C. Lukeba, D. Raum, E. Elmas, K. Kampl, X. Schlager, X. Simons, L. Openda, Y. Poulsen