RB Leipzig vs. Real Madrid Preview (What To Know Before Betting)

RB Leipzig vs. Real Madrid

Maintaining a flawless record in the 2023-24 Champions League, 14-time winners Real Madrid embark on their knockout journey on Tuesday. RB Leipzig plays host to them in Germany for the first leg of their last-16 tie.

Real Madrid dominated Group C, securing the top spot, while Marco Rose’s team finished second in Group G, trailing behind reigning champions Man City.

RB Leipzig vs. Real Madrid

Group G of the 2023-24 Champions League unfolded as anticipated, with Manchester City dominating and securing a perfect 18 points from six fixtures. RB Leipzig, as expected, claimed the runner-up position by fending off competition from Young Boys and Red Star Belgrade.

While Die Roten Bullen couldn’t break Manchester City’s winning streak, losing 3-1 at home and 3-2 at the Etihad to the current holders, they managed victories in the remaining four Group G fixtures.

However, these wins were not entirely convincing, as Leipzig failed to keep a clean sheet. With only 2-1 successes over Red Star and Young Boys flanking their five-goal Etihad encounter, the qualification for the knockout stages was achieved, but the hosts have a few lessons to learn from the previous year.

What to remember – RB Leipzig vs. Real Madrid

With uncertainty surrounding the availability of the red-hot Bellingham, predicting the outcome of Tuesday’s first leg remains challenging. However, Real Madrid has demonstrated attacking prowess even in his infrequent absences this season.

Considering Leipzig’s inclination to concede goals at home in the Champions League and their lackluster form post-winter break, replicating last season’s success over Los Blancos at the Red Bull Arena seems improbable.

Betting tip for RB Leipzig vs. Real Madrid

Our expert tipster partners anticipate that the away team will win this game.

Our vote goes to Real Madrid to secure a narrow lead to take back to Madrid for the second leg.