On December 2nd, RB Leipzig will face Magdeburg in the DFB Pokal. According to the odds, RB Leipzig is the clear favorite: a win for them is priced at 1.28, a draw at 6.55, and a win for Magdeburg at 9.90. The 1X2 probabilities are distributed as follows: RB Leipzig - 75.49%, draw - 14.75%, Magdeburg - 9.76%. This setup reflects the class difference and current form of the teams, suggesting potential dominance by RB Leipzig throughout the match. The tournament status provides additional motivation, but the odds clearly indicate the favorite.
In their last five matches, RB Leipzig has shown strong form: a draw against Borussia M (0-0), a win over Werder (2-0), a loss to Hoffenheim (1-3), a victory against Stuttgart (3-1), and a big win against Energie Cottbus (4-1). Magdeburg recently defeated Nürnberg (3-0), lost to Fortuna Düsseldorf (1-2), lost to Paderborn 07 (0-1), lost to Bochum (0-2), and secured a confident win over Illertissen (3-0). Over the last five games, RB Leipzig averages 53% possession, 2 yellow cards, 7.6 fouls, and 1.4 offsides per game. Magdeburg stands out with a high possession rate of 63.6%, 2.8 yellow cards, 9 fouls, and 1.6 offsides on average. Both teams are good at controlling the ball, but RB Leipzig appears more disciplined in terms of fouls and cards. RB Leipzig's last three results: 0-0 against Borussia M, 2-0 against Werder, 1-3 against Hoffenheim. Magdeburg's recent results: 3-0 against Nürnberg, 1-2 against Fortuna Düsseldorf, 0-1 against Paderborn 07.
Both teams show similar scoring profiles: in their last five matches, both have 3 games with over 2.5 goals and 2 with under. RB Leipzig's average total goals is exactly 3, while Magdeburg's is 2.4. RB Leipzig scores an average of 2 goals per game, Magdeburg 1.4, with both conceding 1 goal on average. In terms of halves, RB Leipzig has 2 out of 5 matches with over 1.5 goals in the first half and 3 out of 5 in the second. Magdeburg has only 1 out of 5 games with two or more goals in the first half, and 3 out of 5 in the second. RB Leipzig most frequently scores in the 76-90 minute interval (44%), while Magdeburg also scores late (43%). RB Leipzig concedes most often in the first 15 minutes (33%), while Magdeburg concedes late (43%). These stats indicate that both teams are active in the second half, especially in the last 15 minutes. Magdeburg has some difficulties converting chances in the first half. Overall, the scoring profiles and frequency of over 2.5 goals support the bet on both teams to score: the odds for this are 1.56. Both teams have been scoring regularly in recent matches, and the average goals and distribution by halves confirm the likelihood of goals from both sides.
RB Leipzig averages 7 corners per game, Magdeburg 6.6, totaling 13.6. In the last five matches, RB Leipzig has had over 9.5 total corners in all 5 matches, while Magdeburg has had 3 out of 5. The line for total corners closest to the average is 9.5: over 9.5 corners is priced at 1.65, under 9.5 at 2.17. RB Leipzig is the favorite for corners with odds of 1.37. Given the high average number of corners and frequent over 9.5 totals, it makes sense to consider a bet on over 9.5 corners. Both teams are expected to actively use the flanks and set-pieces, leading to a high number of corners in this match.
Sportwars.net prediction for the match RB Leipzig vs Magdeburg, 2025-12-02 - Both teams to score: yes, odds 1.56. Exact score: 2:1, odds 10.00.


