A thrilling German Bundesliga clash awaits on Saturday as Wolfsburg take on RB Leipzig at the Volkswagen Arena. The home team have struggled in their last three games and have failed to secure a win. Their last league game ended in a 1-0 loss away from home against Borussia Dortmund.
Meanwhile, RB Leipzig has also made a positive start, winning their last three Bundesliga games in a row. They secured a comfortable 3-1 home victory last time out against FC Koln.
Read our Wolfsburg vs Leipzig predictions and preview to find out, but remember to also check our other Bundesliga predictions.
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Wolfsburg vs Leipzig prediction: Tight encounter expected
Key statistics
- Wolfsburg have gone into halftime winning in two of their last five meetings.
- Die Roten Bullen have won three of their last five meetings.
- Over 2.5 goals have been scored in four of their last five games.
Correct score prediction: Wolfsburg 1-2 Leipzig
The visitors will be looking to take advantage of their start to the season form in this game and we are predicting a narrow 2-1 win for Leipzig. Wolfsburg have been good at home and have scored in their last six matches at the Volkswagen Arena.
However, their defence has been inconsistent and they have conceded in all but one of their last five home matches. RB Leipzig have also been scoring freely and their attack will be a constant threat to the home side, which gives them an edge to go on and win the game.
Pre-match odds and win probability: Tight odds given by bookmakers
- Home: 8/5 (2.60) – 38.5%
- Draw: 13/5 (3.60) – 27.8%
- Away: 6/4 (2.50) – 40.0%
*Odds provided by Ladbrokes. Subject to change.*
The odds given by the bookmakers show that the game is going to be tight. The Die Roten Bullen have a 40.0% chance of winning at 2.50 odds, while Wolfsburg are close behind at 38.5% with 2.60 odds. A draw is priced at 3.60, giving it a 27.8% probability, which suggests that bookmakers expect a tight game.
Most recent head-to-head: Leipzig with three wins , Wolfsburg with two wins
The head-to-head record between these two teams shows Ole Werner’s side has been dominant. In their last five meetings, RB Leipzig has won three times, with Paul Simonis’ team winning twice.
The most recent league match between the two sides was a 3-2 victory for RB Leipzig in April 2025. This previous record gives Werner’s team a good advantage, but Wolfsburg's current form suggests they have the quality to also end the losing streak.
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Wolfsburg preview: Mountain of injuries in the team
Simonis’ side is facing several injury issues going into the match. Denis Vavro is sidelined with a groin problem until early December, while Jesper Lindstrom is also out with a similar issue and is expected back in mid-October.
Rogerio is recovering from a muscle injury with a return likely in mid-October and Andreas Skov Olsen is nursing a knee injury that should keep him out until early November. Kevin Paredes faces the longest layoff, ruled out with an ankle injury until early January 2026.
Predicted lineup: Grabara (GK), Koulierakis, Fischer, Maehle, Jenz, Vinicius Souza, Skov Olsen, Majer, Arnold, Wimmer & Amoura
Last five fixtures
- 21.09.25 – Dortmund 1 – 0 Wolfsburg
- 13.09.25 – Wolfsburg 3 – 3 FC Köln
- 31.08.25 – Wolfsburg 1 – 1 Mainz
- 23.08.25 – Heidenheim 1 – 3 Wolfsburg
- 16.08.25 – Hemelingen 0 – 9 Wolfsburg
Leipzig preview: Visitors struggling with injuries
Werner’s team is dealing with a string of injury problems ahead of the match. Kosta Nedeljkovic and Max Finkgrafe are both out until early November with knee and medial collateral ligament injuries, respectively.
Benjamin Henrichs is sidelined with an Achilles tendon issue and is expected back in mid-October, while Xaver Schlager is recovering from a calf injury with a similar return timeline. Amadou Haidara is the closest to a comeback as he works his way back from a muscle injury, targeting early October.
Predicted lineup: Gulacsi (GK), Lukeba, Raum, Orban, Baku, Baumgartner, Seiwald, Ouedraogo, Bakayoko, Romulo & Diomande
Last five fixtures
- 20.09.25 – RB Leipzig 3 – 1 FC Köln
- 13.09.25 – Mainz 0 – 1 RB Leipzig
- 30.08.25 – RB Leipzig 2 – 0 Heidenheim
- 22.08.25 – Bayern Munich 6 – 0 RB Leipzig
- 16.08.25 – Sandhausen 2 – 4 RB Leipzig
Player to watch: Johan Bakayoko
One player, who has caught the attention of fans at RB Leipzig, is Johan Bakayoko. The Belgian winger sealed the win in their most recent match against Mainz 05 and has consistently proven to be a lively attacking presence. Against Wolfsburg, Bakayoko’s flair and end product could be a decisive factor in leading his team to victory.