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Leipzig
Champions League
League Stage
Tue , Dec 10 , 2024 21:00
2 - 3
Aston Villa
Leipzig
Aston Villa
2 - 3
RB Leipzig will be looking to halt their dreadful UEFA Champions League run as they host Aston Villa in a crucial encounter at the Red Bull Arena. After a rocky start to their European campaign with five straight defeats, Leipzig’s main priority is to secure their first UCL point of the season and keep their hopes of advancing alive. However, they face a stern challenge from Villa, who are also eager to make their mark in Europe, despite a mixed bag of results in their own group phase. With both teams needing the points, this promises to be a thrilling battle.
RB Leipzig come into this match after an upturn in domestic form, ending a four-game winless streak in the Bundesliga with a 3-1 victory over Stuttgart. Despite this resurgence, they have been woeful in the UCL, losing all five of their group-stage matches so far, and they are now at risk of setting their longest-ever losing streak in Europe’s elite competition. The Red Bulls have struggled defensively, conceding 14 goals in their last four games against English opposition, a trend that does not bode well as they prepare to face Aston Villa.
Leipzig's biggest strength in attack has been their young forward Benjamin Šeško, who has been responsible for 75% of their goals in the UCL this season (three out of four). However, the team's defensive vulnerabilities at home remain a significant concern. Their inability to keep a clean sheet at home in the UCL since 2020 further raises doubts about their chances in this match, especially against a Villa side capable of exploiting such weaknesses. With only pride and mathematical hope left in this competition, Leipzig must show resilience if they are to avoid further European embarrassment.
Aston Villa arrive in Germany following a strong run in the Premier League, with back-to-back wins boosting their confidence. Their recent victory over Crystal Palace was a crucial one, as they aim to push towards the top half of the Premier League table. However, Villa have not been able to replicate this form in Europe, where they are winless in their last two UCL games (D1, L1), leaving them in a precarious position in their group. Despite this, Unai Emery’s side will be looking to build on their recent domestic form and push for a win in Germany, which would significantly improve their chances of qualification for the knockout stages.
Villa’s away form, though, is a concern, as they have lost their last four away matches, with three of those defeats coming without scoring a single goal. They will need to improve on this if they are to stand a chance against a Leipzig side that has conceded heavily in Europe. Jhon Durán has been the standout player for Villa in the UCL, scoring twice and taking the most shots for the club in the competition. With Villa needing the points, Durán's ability to find the back of the net could prove pivotal in this encounter.
Our experts predict a tense and competitive match, with both teams desperate for a win. Leipzig will have the home advantage, but their inconsistent form in Europe and defensive frailties make them vulnerable. Aston Villa, on the other hand, have struggled away from home in recent UCL games, but their recent resurgence in the Premier League gives them confidence. Leipzig's need for a first UCL point of the season may spur them on, but Villa’s attacking quality, especially from Durán, should keep them in the game.
In what could be a high-intensity encounter, we expect Leipzig to have the edge due to their home advantage and the need to get a result. However, Villa's resilience and attacking potential should ensure they make it a competitive contest. The match could go either way, but we expect Leipzig to eventually come out on top.
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Our predicted score is 2-1 in favor of RB Leipzig, as we believe they will secure their first UCL win of the season at home. The suggested bet is Leipzig to Win with Over 2.5 Goals, given both teams' vulnerabilities at the back and their attacking threats. Leipzig’s need to win and Villa’s away struggles should make this a high-scoring affair, with the home side edging it in the end.
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Aston Villa
| 20.12.2024. | Bayern Munich | VS | Leipzig | 5-1 |
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| 15.12.2024. | Leipzig | VS | Eintracht Frankfurt | 2-1 |
W
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| 10.12.2024. | Leipzig | VS | Aston Villa | 2-3 |
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| 07.12.2024. | Holstein Kiel | VS | Leipzig | 0-2 |
W
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| 04.12.2024. | Leipzig | VS | Eintracht Frankfurt | 3-0 |
W
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| 30.11.2024. | Leipzig | VS | Wolfsburg | 1-5 |
L
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| 26.11.2024. | Inter | VS | Leipzig | 1-0 |
L
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| 23.11.2024. | Hoffenheim | VS | Leipzig | 4-3 |
L
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| 09.11.2024. | Leipzig | VS | M'gladbach | 0-0 |
D
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| 05.11.2024. | Celtic | VS | Leipzig | 3-1 |
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| 15.12.2024. | Leipzig | VS | Eintracht Frankfurt | 2-1 |
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| 10.12.2024. | Leipzig | VS | Aston Villa | 2-3 |
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| 04.12.2024. | Leipzig | VS | Eintracht Frankfurt | 3-0 |
W
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| 30.11.2024. | Leipzig | VS | Wolfsburg | 1-5 |
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| 09.11.2024. | Leipzig | VS | M'gladbach | 0-0 |
D
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| 29.10.2024. | Leipzig | VS | St. Pauli | 4-2 |
W
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| 26.10.2024. | Leipzig | VS | Freiburg | 3-1 |
W
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| 23.10.2024. | Leipzig | VS | Liverpool | 0-1 |
L
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| 02.10.2024. | Leipzig | VS | Juventus | 2-3 |
L
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| 28.09.2024. | Leipzig | VS | Augsburg | 4-0 |
W
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| 20.12.2024. | Bayern Munich | VS | Leipzig | 5-1 |
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| 07.12.2024. | Holstein Kiel | VS | Leipzig | 0-2 |
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| 26.11.2024. | Inter | VS | Leipzig | 1-0 |
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| 23.11.2024. | Hoffenheim | VS | Leipzig | 4-3 |
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| 05.11.2024. | Celtic | VS | Leipzig | 3-1 |
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| 02.11.2024. | Dortmund | VS | Leipzig | 2-1 |
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| 19.10.2024. | Mainz | VS | Leipzig | 0-2 |
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| 06.10.2024. | Heidenheim | VS | Leipzig | 0-1 |
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| 22.09.2024. | St. Pauli | VS | Leipzig | 0-0 |
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| 19.09.2024. | Atletico Madrid | VS | Leipzig | 2-1 |
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| 14.12.2024. | Nottingham Forest | VS | Aston Villa | 2-1 |
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| 10.12.2024. | Leipzig | VS | Aston Villa | 2-3 |
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| 07.12.2024. | Aston Villa | VS | Southampton | 1-0 |
W
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| 04.12.2024. | Aston Villa | VS | Brentford | 3-1 |
W
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| 01.12.2024. | Chelsea | VS | Aston Villa | 3-0 |
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| 27.11.2024. | Aston Villa | VS | Juventus | 0-0 |
D
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| 23.11.2024. | Aston Villa | VS | Crystal Palace | 2-2 |
D
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| 09.11.2024. | Liverpool | VS | Aston Villa | 2-0 |
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| 06.11.2024. | Club Brugge | VS | Aston Villa | 1-0 |
L
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| 03.11.2024. | Tottenham | VS | Aston Villa | 4-1 |
L
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| 07.12.2024. | Aston Villa | VS | Southampton | 1-0 |
W
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| 04.12.2024. | Aston Villa | VS | Brentford | 3-1 |
W
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| 27.11.2024. | Aston Villa | VS | Juventus | 0-0 |
D
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| 23.11.2024. | Aston Villa | VS | Crystal Palace | 2-2 |
D
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| 30.10.2024. | Aston Villa | VS | Crystal Palace | 1-2 |
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| 26.10.2024. | Aston Villa | VS | Bournemouth | 1-1 |
D
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| 22.10.2024. | Aston Villa | VS | Bologna | 2-0 |
W
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| 06.10.2024. | Aston Villa | VS | Manchester United | 0-0 |
D
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| 02.10.2024. | Aston Villa | VS | Bayern Munich | 1-0 |
W
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| 21.09.2024. | Aston Villa | VS | Wolves | 3-1 |
W
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| 14.12.2024. | Nottingham Forest | VS | Aston Villa | 2-1 |
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| 10.12.2024. | Leipzig | VS | Aston Villa | 2-3 |
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| 01.12.2024. | Chelsea | VS | Aston Villa | 3-0 |
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| 09.11.2024. | Liverpool | VS | Aston Villa | 2-0 |
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| 06.11.2024. | Club Brugge | VS | Aston Villa | 1-0 |
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| 03.11.2024. | Tottenham | VS | Aston Villa | 4-1 |
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| 19.10.2024. | Fulham | VS | Aston Villa | 1-3 |
W
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| 29.09.2024. | Ipswich Town | VS | Aston Villa | 2-2 |
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| 24.09.2024. | Wycombe | VS | Aston Villa | 1-2 |
W
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| 17.09.2024. | Young Boys | VS | Aston Villa | 0-3 |
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Daniel Garcia is originally from Basque Country, and as a kid who grew up just a few streets from Mendizorrotza Stadium, the choice of Deportivo Alavés as his favourite club is more than obvious. Because of his studies, he moved to Madrid where he graduated in Sports Journalism. Daniel plays football on the weekends, but that does not stop him from watching all La Liga matches. He believes that the outcome of a match can be predicted if all the parameters are analyzed well, including form of the players and weather conditions. Currently he is living in Belgrade, and is in love with a Serbian girl who works as a journalist at one of the famous Sport Channels in Serbia.
