RB Leipzig – Bayer Leverkusen: a showdown to finish the year with a bang 
The last Bundesliga Saturday night before the winter break serves up a heavyweight clash. At the Red Bull Arena, RB Leipzig welcome Bayer Leverkusen in a straight fight between two teams gunning for the top four. It’s a live stress-test before they switch off for Christmas.
Leipzig ruthless at home 
Leipzig arrive carrying a chip on their shoulder. Last weekend Ole Werner’s men had a golden chance to close in on Bayern Munich, but the trip to Berlin went pear-shaped. Beaten 3-1 by Union, they paid for a second half they completely blew.
Despite that stumble, the Red Bulls remain the benchmark at home. This season no opponent has left the Red Bull Arena with a point. Seven games, seven wins, and sometimes demolition jobs, like that recent 6-0 of Frankfurt. Leipzig set a high tempo, keep relentless pressure and punish the smallest mistakes.
Leverkusen: ambitious but inconsistent 
At Leverkusen it’s more mixed. The season’s broadly a success, but a lack of consistency stops Kasper Hjulmand’s men from looking any higher. The last few weeks have swung between solid displays and rough patches.
That 2-0 derby win over Cologne did everyone’s heads good. It kept the Werkself firmly clinging to the top four — the priority before the break. Leverkusen travel well and aren’t afraid to play, even against direct opponents.
Their European run proves it, with a standout win at Manchester City. They’re not title favourites, but this squad has enough quality to cause problems for anyone.
Absences that could open things up
Both sides arrive weakened. Leipzig are juggling several injuries and AFCON call-ups. Leverkusen are hit too, between international absences and a defensive suspension.
Those gaps could unbalance the blocks and produce a more open game than expected, with space and rapid transitions.
Key takeaways
- RB Leipzig have won every home game this season.
- Leverkusen remain in the top-four hunt despite some inconsistency.
- Both teams are missing several key players.
- Recent meetings between these clubs often produce plenty of goals.
Football Tip : RB Leipzig vs Bayer Leverkusen
Both teams to score
Leipzig will want to finish the year with another home win, but Leverkusen have the attacking quality to answer. With absences on both sides and two teams set on attacking, an open, lively game looks inevitable.
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