The German Bundesliga's second round of games will see RB Leipzig host Heidenheim at the Red Bull Arena on Saturday. The Red Bulls will be looking to bounce back from a heavy 6-0 defeat to Bayern Munich in their opening game of the season, a result that will have deeply disappointed the team and their fans. Heidenheim, meanwhile, comes into this match following a 1-1 draw against Wolfsburg in their last match.
Ole Werner's side will be under immense pressure to deliver a dominant performance, while Frank Schmidt’s team will be hoping his team can exploit any defensive weaknesses left by Leipzig's last result.
Read our Leipzig vs Heidenheim predictions and preview to find out, but remember to also check our other Bundesliga predictions.
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Leipzig vs Heidenheim prediction: Easy win for the Blues
Key statistics
- Leipzig won the first half in two of their last four meetings.
- The Red Bulls have won by a 2-0 scoreline in two of their last encounter with Heidenheim.
- Over 2.5 goals have been scored in four of their last five clashes.
Correct score prediction: Leipzig 2-1 Heidenheim
Looking ahead of the clash, we predict a 2-1 victory for Leipzig despite their poor performance in their first game of the season. They will be eager to bounce back after their recent heavy defeat.
Werner’s team also has the upper hand historically, winning four of their last six games against Schmidt’s men, which gives them extra confidence going into this match. Still, Heidenheim has been consistent in scoring this season, even against tougher opponents.
But overall, Leipzig’s quality, home advantage, and motivation to respond should see them through with a comfortable win.
Pre-match odds and win probability: Bookmakers favour Birmingham
- Home: 4/9 (1.44) – 69.23%
- Draw: 18/5 (4.60) – 21.74%
- Away: 11/2 (6.50) – 15.38%
*Odds provided by Ladbrokes. Subject to change.*
The bookmakers have given the Red Bulls odds of 1.44, meaning they are seen as strong favourites, with about a 69.23% chance of winning the game. The draw, at 4.60, shows a much lower expectation, with only a 21.74% chance of happening. Meanwhile, Heidenheim at 6.50 are clear underdogs, as their 15.38% chance suggests that a win for them is considered unlikely compared to Leipzig.
Most recent head-to-head: Leipzig have the upper hand
Looking at the recent head-to-head record between the two sides, it is clear that Leipzig holds the upper hand. In their last five meetings, Leipzig has come out on top four times and drawn just one, meaning Heidenheim has yet to record a single victory against them. This dominance underlines Leipzig’s consistent superiority in this fixture.
Their most recent clash, which ended 2-2 in February, highlighted both Leipzig’s resilience and Heidenheim’s ability to cause problems. The result not only extended Leipzig’s unbeaten run against Heidenheim but also served as a reminder that while Leipzig has the historical edge.
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Leipzig preview: The Red Bulls looking to bounce back
Ole Werner began his tenure on August 16 with a 4-2 DFB-Pokal win over Sandhausen and a 5-0 defeat at the hands of Bayern Munich and failing to win their last four meetings and losing twice.
Leipzig also ended the 2024-25 season poorly, going five games without a win and conceding heavily in three of them. To succeed, Werner must improve his team’s away form, with just three wins and 10 defeats in their last 18 road matches.
Werner's team will be without midfielder Amadou Haidara, who is sidelined with a long-term knee injury. However, the rest of the squad is fit and ready to go.
Predicted lineup: Gulacsi (GK), Baku, Orban, Lukeba, Raum, Seiwald, Schlager, Bakayoko, Xavi, Nusa & Openda
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Heidenheim preview: Aiming to end losing streak
Schmidt’s team preserved their Bundesliga status with a dramatic playoff win over Elversberg. They battled back from 2-0 down to earn a 2-2 draw in the first leg at home. In the decisive return leg, Leonardo Weschenfelder-Scienza struck deep into stoppage time to seal a 2-1 victory, giving Heidenheim a 4-3 aggregate win and securing their place in the top flight.
They opened the new season with a 3-1 defeat to Wolfsburg at the weekend and will be looking to get back to winning ways. For this match, they will be without defender Niklas Dorsch due to a knee injury, but the rest of the squad is fit and available.
Predicted lineup: Ramaj (GK), Mainkra, Gimber, Siersleben, Schoppner, Dorsch, Ibrahimovic, Conteh, Honsak, Scienza & Zivzivadze
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Player to watch: Lois Openda
Loos Openda will be a key player to watch for Leipzig in this clash, and much of their attacking threat will likely flow through him. The Belgian striker has been in fine form, finding the net three times in his last five appearances, underlining his consistency in front of goal.
Against a Heidenheim side known for their defensive discipline and compact structure, Leipzig will rely heavily on Openda’s ability to make decisive runs, drag defenders out of position and convert the opportunities that come his way. If he continues his recent form, he could be the difference-maker in breaking down Heidenheim’s stubborn back line.