Borussia Dortmund vs. RB Leipzig 02/04/2022

Two of the finest teams in the German Bundesliga clash in the late Saturday kick-off this weekend as Borussia Dortmund go head-to-head with RB Leipzig. The encounter will take place at the Signal Iduna Park, and kick-off is scheduled for 22:00 IST, 2nd April 2022.

Borussia Dortmund are within touching distance of Bayern (6 points behind) at the summit of the Bundesliga and will hope to secure the win at home, keeping the pressure on their Bavarian rivals. RB Leipzig are 12 points behind Dortmund and in 4th place, occupying the final Champions League spot. Their position is threatened by Freiburg, who host Bayern this weekend, and Hoffenheim, who are only one point behind Leipzig. A lot is at stake for both sides, arguably the most exciting teams in the Bundesliga.

Teams Status

Take a brief look at the latest form and team news from Borussia Dortmund and RB Leipzig:

Borussia Dortmund Form and Team News

Three wins and two draws in their last five matches have seen Dortmund lose out on the chance to move closer to Bayern Munich on points. They remain 6 points behind the league leaders and have been excellent at home, winning 11 of their 13 home games this season.

Marco Rose’s men have managed 57 points from 27 outings this season, with 18 wins, three draws, and six losses, scoring 67 goals and conceding 38. Perhaps, without the fitness issues of their star forward Erling Haaland, they would have scored more goals, as the Norwegian remains their top scorer with 16 goals and five assists in only 17 appearances this season.

Borussia Dortmund have several players sidelined, with Marco Reus, Felix Paslack, Youssoufa Moukoko, Marcel Schmelzer, Nico Schulz, Mateu Morey Bauza, Thomas Meunier, and Steffen Tigges all injured.

RB Leipzig Form and Team News

RB Leipzig are undefeated in their last nine matches in all competitions, winning six and drawing 3, with 5 of those victories coming on the road. The Bundesliga outfit have won more points and have the best goal difference of any side in the league in 2022. In 27 matches, Domenico Tedesco’s team have managed 45 points and are locked in a battle for Champions League qualification.

In 13 wins, six draws, and eight losses, they have scored 57 goals and conceded 30, with 22 of the goals scored in away matches. Their away form has only improved recently, and they still have four wins, four draws, and five losses in 13 away fixtures this season. Their top scorer is Frenchman Christopher Nkunku, with 15 goals and nine assists.

For injuries and absences, RB Leipzig will be without Yussuf Poulsen for the trip to Dortmund, as he is sidelined with a muscle injury.

What Do the Sportsbooks Say?

Borussia Dortmund	Draw	RB Leipzig
2.395	3.88	2.936
2.42	3.65	2.76
2.395	3.88	2.936

On the Paripesa sportsbook, the odds for a home win are at 2.395, a draw is at 3.88, and the odds for a victory for the away team are at 2.936. The odds for all three outcomes on the sportsbook at Sportsbet.io are 2.42, 3.65, and 2.76, respectively.
Dortmund are also favorites to win on the Melbet sportsbook at 2.395 odds. A draw is placed at 3.88 odds, and a win for the visiting RB Leipzig is at 2.936 odds.

Tipster’s Angle

Both are exciting teams to watch; meetings between these two sides can be thrilling, no matter what is at stake. Dortmund have set their sights on the title, while Leipzig can make do with securing Champions League qualification.

Borussia Dortmund have the upper hand against RB Leipzig from their head-to-head record over the last five meetings with four wins and one loss. With Dortmund missing key players like their skipper Marco Reus, RB Leipzig will fancy their chances of getting a win in front of the Yellow Wall at Signal Iduna Park. Here are our tips for this encounter:

Tip: Both Teams To Score @ 1.57

Dortmund and Leipzig are not exactly excellent defensive teams, and with their brand of football, a meeting between these two has produced goals from both teams eight times out of 12.

With Haaland back to form (he scored three goals and managed one assist during the international break) and Leipzig’s Nkunku and Andre Silva in hot goalscoring form, we expect goals from both teams on the night. Both teams to score is available on the Paripesa sportsbook at 1.57 odds.

Tip: Either Team To Win @ 1.25

In the 12 meetings between these two sides, a draw result has only been recorded on two occasions. Both teams will strive for this win on Saturday, and with the title race and continental qualification on the line, they have all to play for. Either team to win is available on the Parimatch sportsbook at 1.25 odds.

Conclusion

Two of Bundesliga’s biggest teams come face to face this weekend with the title race and Champions League places at stake. We expect a thrilling encounter, as both sides are famous for their electric attacking displays, and one team will most likely come out on top.

Benson Chikezie

14:44, 2 Apr 2022

Senior Author

Benson Chikezie

Senior Author

14:44, 2 Apr 2022

Benson Chikezie is a Nigerian-based writer with many years of experience in the sports betting industry. He is a digital marketer by profession. Benson has written many sports related contents for various websites.