May 1, 2025
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RB Leipzig v Bayern Munich Prediction: Bundesliga Title Decider
Saturday | 13:30 UTC | Red Bull Arena | Bundesliga
RB Leipzig- 4.40
Draw- 4.40
Bayern Munich- 1.65
Bayern Munich are just one point away from reclaiming the Bundesliga crown and travel to Leipzig with the title in sight. Vincent Kompany’s side have hit form at the perfect time, but they’ll need to overcome a Leipzig team desperate to avoid another collapse after last weekend’s humiliation.
Bayern within touching distance of the title
After 11 consecutive titles, Bayern watched Bayer Leverkusen lift the trophy last year. Now, under new management, they’re on the brink of snatching it back. Vincent Kompany’s side have lost just 1 of their last 17 Bundesliga matches, winning 13 of them.
Saturday’s match in Leipzig offers the chance to seal the league in style. Their hosts were thumped 4–0 by Eintracht Frankfurt last time out and are showing signs of fragility at the worst possible time.
Bayern’s 90 league goals this season are unmatched in Europe’s top five leagues, and the attacking trio of Harry Kane, Jamal Musiala, and Michael Olise are tearing through defences. That’s ominous for a Leipzig side that hasn’t kept a clean sheet in their last 6 games.
Leipzig struggling to contain elite opposition
RB Leipzig are wobbling when it matters most. They’ve lost 3 of their last 6 matches and are coming off a morale-damaging 4–0 loss to Frankfurt. Defensively they’ve been poor, and Bayern’s firepower will likely prove too much to handle.
This fixture already saw a 5–1 demolition job by Bayern in December’s reverse leg. With the Bundesliga crown within reach, expect a similarly ruthless approach from the visitors, especially given their 11-over-2.5-goals results in the last 13 outings — netting 33 goals during that stretch.
Head-to-Head: Bayern’s Recent Dominance
In their last meeting, Bayern thrashed Leipzig 5-1, marking Leipzig’s heaviest Bundesliga defeat. Overall, Bayern have lost only one of their last 10 competitive visits to Leipzig, winning four and drawing five. Their recent form and historical advantage make them favourites heading into this clash.
Players to Watch
Michael Olise has been instrumental for Bayern, leading the Bundesliga with 12 assists this season. His creativity and vision will be crucial in breaking down Leipzig’s defence. For Leipzig, Benjamin Šeško’s attacking threat could pose problems for Bayern’s backline, especially in the absence of key defenders.
Predicted Lineups
RB Leipzig: Vandevoordt; Geertruida, Klostermann, Lukeba, Raum; Seiwald, Baumgartner; Baku, Simons; Šeško, Openda
Bayern Munich: Urbig; Laimer, Dier, Kim, Stanisic; Kimmich, Pavlović; Olise, Müller, Sané; Gnabry
Stephen’s Betting Tips
✅ Bayern to Win & Over 2.5 Goals – 2.00
✅ Correct Score: Bayern 4–0 – 24.00
Odds are correct at time of writing.
