RB Leipzig vs Union Berlin Prediction 20.01.2021

Here's our RB Leipzig vs Union Berlin Prediction analysis: Entering the halfway stage of the Bundesliga campaign, Union Berlin will be keen on breaking into the top-four mix with a surprise victory over title-chasing RB Leipzig at the Red Bull Arena on Wednesday night.

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Match status: 2020/21 Bundesliga - Matchweek 17
Kick-off: Wednesday 20 Jan 2021, 07:30pm CET
 Venue: Red Bull Arena (Leipzig)

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Though they were only founded as recently as in 2009, RB Leipzig are already pulling their weight in the domestic league, and indeed, on the European scene. With the quality in their ranks, they should have enough about themselves to mount a serious title challenge this season.

Another side that have been confounding critics with their performances, Union Berlin are stepping up a bid for continental qualification this term. Only three points shy off Leipzig, victory in this encounter could propel Die Eisernen into the Champions League qualifying places.

RB Leipzig vs Union Berlin Team News

Under the tutelage of Julian Nagelsmann, Leipzig are fast becoming a huge force to reckon with in European football. Following their Bundesliga and Champions League exploits last term, Die Roten Bullen are looking to play out another wonderful campaign this time around.

Already on-course to pulling off this feat, Leipzig are placed second on the league standings, with 32 points from 16 games. Also, they managed to sashay through a difficult CL group to advance to the knockout stages, showing their unrivaled quality.

With the Red Bulls pulling these strings, Bayern Munich should be scared as these ones appear to be coming for their crown. That said, inconsistency has plagued Nagelsmann’s charges this season, as they struggle to maintain tip-top form in every game.

In fact, their recent record has been nothing to write home about, winning only two of their previous five matches. Up against Wolfsburg last time out, Leipzig could only muster a 2-2 draw to post a single point on the board.

With the Bavarians threatening to race clear at the summit, the Red Bulls must try to rediscover their best form to keep up with the reigning champions. Nagelsmann will be looking to plot an effective tactic to see off Union Berlin in this upcoming contest.

Exceeding pre-season expectations, Union Berlin are leaving midtable obscurity behind, to have a go at European qualification. So far, so good for the Iron Ones who are placed fifth on the log, well within reach of the top-four.

On the last matchday, Union Berlin gave Leverkusen a hiding, handing them a narrow 1-0 defeat. A drab game devoid of gilt-edged chances, Teuchert sparked the game into life with his match-winning 88^th minute strike. Fischer will be hoping for more of the same from his boys in this upcoming contest.

Injured or Suspended Players

RB Leipzig: Fabrice Hartmann, Konrad Laimer, Benjamin Henrichs, Dominik Szoboszlai and Ibrahima Konate.
Union Berlin: Anthony Ujah, Joel Pohjanpalo and Max Kruse.

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RB Leipzig vs Union Berlin Predictions

Studying the trends, you’d find that RB Leipzig struggle against teams that shape up like Union Berlin – sitting deep in a low block, looking to hit on the break. Also, given Die Eisernen are heading here on the back of a win over Leverkusen, they will be buzzing ahead of this fixture.

There is really nothing stopping Fischer’s men from causing another upset here. Leipzig, on their own, are enduring a rough patch, and will be bereft of confidence. Against all odds, we are counting on the visitors to secure a favorable result.