DFB-Pokal· Kick-off : Tuesday, October 27, 2026, 17:00 (UK time)
Rot-Weiß Essen vs RB Leipzig prediction: correct score and AI tips
Match analysis
DFB-Pokal: Rot-Weiß Essen vs RB Leipzig kicks off on Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at 17:00 (UK time). Venue: Stadion an der Hafenstrasse, Essen. With a 77% win probability, RB Leipzig go in as strong favourites against Rot-Weiß Essen (11%), with the draw rated at 12%.
Rot-Weiß Essen are unbeaten in their last 5 matches (4 wins, 1 draw), scoring 10 and conceding 2. Over their last 5 matches, RB Leipzig have 3 wins, 0 draws and 2 defeats, scoring 13 and conceding 6. Recent momentum is clearly with Rot-Weiß Essen. On average Rot-Weiß Essen score 2.00 and concede 0.40 goals per game; RB Leipzig score 2.60 and concede 1.20.
In the last 1 meeting between the two sides, the record reads 0 wins for Rot-Weiß Essen, 1 for RB Leipzig and 0 draws. The most recent ended Rot-Weiß Essen 1-4 RB Leipzig (Aug 17, 2024). RB Leipzig: C. Baumgartner, M. Guiu and A. Ouedraogo. In double chance terms, "Rot-Weiß Essen or draw" stands at 23%, "RB Leipzig or draw" at 89% and "no draw" at 88%.
Outcome probabilities (1X2)
Double chance
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Recent form
Latest matches in all competitions, at the time of the prediction.
Rot-Weiß Essen
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 12, 2026 | Würzburger Kickers · 3. Liga | 6-2 | W |
| Sep 5, 2026 | FC Viktoria Köln · 3. Liga | 1-0 | W |
| Aug 29, 2026 | SV Wehen · 3. Liga | 0-0 | D |
| Aug 23, 2026 | FC St. Pauli · DFB-Pokal | 2-0 | W |
| Aug 15, 2026 | Havelse · 3. Liga | 1-0 | W |
RB Leipzig
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 13, 2026 | PSV Eindhoven · UEFA Champions League | 1-0 | W |
| Oct 10, 2026 | Eintracht Frankfurt · Bundesliga | 6-0 | W |
| Sep 20, 2026 | Bayer Leverkusen · Bundesliga | 0-2 | L |
| Sep 13, 2026 | Hamburger SV · Bundesliga | 5-0 | W |
| Sep 10, 2026 | Como · UEFA Champions League | 1-4 | L |
Head-to-head
| Date | Score | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 17, 2024 | Rot-Weiß Essen 1-4 RB Leipzig | DFB Pokal |
Out and doubtful
Rot-Weiß Essen
No absences reported.
RB Leipzig
- C. Baumgartner (out)
- M. Guiu (out)
- A. Ouedraogo (out)
Most regular starters
Rot-Weiß Essen
Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).
- F. Bouebari5/5
- J. Golz5/5
- J. Sietan5/5
- J. Hofmann4/5
- M. Geschwill4/5
- M. Janssen4/5
- M. Obuz4/5
- B. Huning3/5
- N. Pesch3/5
- S. Telalovic3/5
- T. Menzel3/5
RB Leipzig
Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).
- A. Nusa5/5
- D. Raum5/5
- M. Vandevoordt5/5
- N. El Aynaoui5/5
- W. Orban5/5
- C. Lukeba4/5
- C. Nkunku4/5
- E. Banzuzi4/5
- R. Baku4/5
- B. Gruda3/5
- Romulo Cardoso3/5
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Rot-Weiß Essen vs RB Leipzig prediction?
Our AI gives Rot-Weiß Essen a 11% chance of winning, the draw 12% and RB Leipzig 77%. RB Leipzig are therefore favourites.
When and where is Rot-Weiß Essen vs RB Leipzig played?
Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at 17:00 (UK time), DFB-Pokal. Venue: Stadion an der Hafenstrasse, Essen.
What form are Rot-Weiß Essen and RB Leipzig in?
Rot-Weiß Essen: 4 wins, 1 draw and 0 defeats in their last 5 matches (10 scored, 2 conceded). RB Leipzig: 3 wins, 0 draws and 2 defeats in their last 5 matches (13 scored, 6 conceded).
What is the head-to-head record between Rot-Weiß Essen and RB Leipzig?
In the last 1 meeting between the two sides, the record reads 0 wins for Rot-Weiß Essen, 1 for RB Leipzig and 0 draws. The most recent ended Rot-Weiß Essen 1-4 RB Leipzig (Aug 17, 2024).
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