Real Madrid vs Leipzig Preview | 2023-24 UEFA Champions League

PREDICTED LINE-UPS

Real Madrid

PREDICTED XI (4-3-1-2): Lunin; Carvalhal, Rudiger, Nacho, Mendy; Valverde, Tchouameni, Kroos; Bellingham; Rodrygo, Vinicius Junior

Leipzig

PREDICTED XI (4-2-2-2): Gulacsi; Henrichs, Orban, Lukeba, Raum; Haidara, Schlager; Olmo, Simons; Poulsen, Sesko

PREDICTION

Leipzig missed a golden opportunity in Germany, facing a Real Madrid side without Bellingham. Despite dominating large portions of the first leg under Marco Rose's guidance, they failed to capitalise on their chances and paid the price. Now, facing an uphill battle away to Madrid, they find themselves with a daunting task ahead. With Bellingham returning, Real Madrid are expected to show significant improvement across the pitch, and the dynamic attacking duo of Vinicius Junior and Rodrygo should generate numerous scoring opportunities. Ultimately, class is expected to prevail, and betting on Real Madrid to win the second leg by at least two clear goals seems like a prudent choice.