Freiburg vs RB Leipzig Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 16 May 2026
Bundesliga Betting Preview: Freiburg vs RB Leipzig
Seventh-placed Freiburg host third-placed RB Leipzig at Europa-Park Stadion, with kick-off set for 09:30 on Saturday 16 May.
We’ll back Freiburg +0.25 on the Asian Handicap and split our stake between 0 and +0.5 when they clash with Leipzig. A victory delivers a nice payout at -127 although a draw would still mean a return.
Freiburg lost away from home in their last game. Hamburger SV won 3-2 at Volksparkstadion. Julian Schuster's men had three shots on target and 53% possession, with Igor Matanovic grabbing the goals.
RB Leipzig won their previous game which was at home. It was a 2-1 triumph at Red Bull Arena against St. Pauli. The Saxony team racked up five shots on goal and boasted 70% possession, with Xaver Schlager and Willi Orban on the scoresheet.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Leipzig have not lost any of the past ten games against Freiburg. In their last encounter, hosts Leipzig came out with a 2-0 win at Red Bull Arena. The 10 most recent H2H games have included seven Leipzig victories along with three draws.
| Bundesliga | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | RB Leipzig |
34 | 20 | 5 | 9 | 66 | 47 | 19 | 66:47 | 65 |
| 7 | Freiburg |
34 | 13 | 8 | 13 | 51 | 57 | -6 | 51:57 | 47 |
Freiburg have 3 wins, 5 losses and 2 draws, averaging 1.3 goals from 4.5 shots on goal and 12.2 attempts. The Breisgau-Brazilians have averaged 48.9% possession, 416.1 passes and 3.8 corners per game, with their opponents scoring 1.9 goals from 5.0 shots on goal, 14.1 attempts and 4.4 corners.
Top scorer is Igor Matanovic on 4 goals, while Johan Manzambi and Lucas Hoeler have both racked up 2. Leading assistor is Vincenzo Grifo with 3, while goalkeeper Noah Atubolu has one clean sheet.
Leipzig have won 8 and lost 2, with an average of 6.7 shots on goal, 14.7 attempts and 2.1 goals. Ole Werner's side average 54.4% possession, 488.4 passes, 5.5 corners awarded and 4.6 corners against, while 1.1 goals have been conceded from 12.0 attempts and 3.9 shots on goal.
The top scorers have been Yan Diomande on 4, followed by Christoph Baumgartner and Romulo Cruz with 3. Christoph Baumgartner, David Raum and Brajan Gruda have all made 2 assists in the last 10 games, while Maarten Vandevoordt has 2 clean sheets.
Confirmed Lineups
Freiburg confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Noah Atubolu (GK), Philipp Treu, Matthias Ginter, Philipp Lienhart, Jordy Makengo, Maximilian Eggestein, Nicolas Hoefler, Jan-Niklas Beste, Johan Manzambi, Derry Scherhant, Igor Matanovic.
RB Leipzig confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Peter Gulacsi (GK), Benjamin Henrichs, Willi Orban, Castello Lukeba, Max Finkgrafe, Forzan Assan Ouedraogo, Nicolas Seiwald, Christoph Baumgartner, Brajan Gruda, Conrad Harder, Yan Diomande.
Freiburg vs RB Leipzig Prediction & Betting Tips
We cover the key Freiburg vs RB Leipzig betting angles, showcasing our expert match prediction, best corners pick, correct score selection, top player props and a bet builder tailored for value.
Match Prediction
Freiburg look a good bet in this Bundesliga clash and we can back them at -127 with a +0.25 goal start. The latest stats suggest that the home team can avoid defeat and potentially triumph.
Team news is very useful and our football tipsters are keen to identify the players who are doubtful with injury. You’ll also find us studying the form guide, with lots of Bundesliga data available which provides a clear picture from the stats.
Key Freiburg vs RB Leipzig league stats:
According to the top bookies, our pick has a 55.9% chance of landing a return. Based on our in-depth research, we calculate the actual probability to be 60-65%. It’s the reason why we are recommending this bet.
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Correct Score Prediction
Freiburg are available to back at +850 to secure a 2-1 victory. This is a risky but potentially more rewarding bet, with this correct score option providing appeal.
Player Prop Picks
Johan Manzambi (Freiburg) has had over 1.5 shots in three straight Bundesliga matches on home soil. We anticipate that these numbers will prove telling and that he will cover the Player Shots line at odds of -161.
Igor Matanovic (Freiburg) has managed four goals in his past ten Bundesliga games. It’s worth a play on the +180 that he is Anytime Goalscorer as there’s lots of value for these betting odds.
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Corners Prediction
There has been four straight Freiburg matches where the 9.5 Total Corners line has not been covered, with an average of 8.50 corners in the last ten Leipzig away games. There are odds of -106 for this Total Corners wager and we think the line is too high.
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Bet Builder Tips
Our same-game multi picks are Freiburg to cover the +0.25 Asian Handicap, three or more goals to be registered and also Johan Manzambi (Freiburg) to find the net.
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Freiburg vs RB Leipzig Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
The draw is available at +265 if you believe that this Bundesliga clash will finish level, with RB Leipzig at +140 and Freiburg chalked up at +163 with the bookmakers to secure a win of their own.
Leipzig can be backed at -130 on the Draw No Bet and you’ll get stakes refunded if the game ends level. Alternatively, Freiburg can be chanced at -109 on the same market.
The odds suggest that Over 2.5 Goals is a strong probability in this exciting contest. For those expecting both sides to find the net, Both Teams to Score Yes is available at -263.
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Igor Matanovic is the market leader at +540 to be First Goalscorer but if you think he will score the last goal, then a similar price can be found.
Stats: Bundesliga matches only
Freiburg have gone unbeaten at Europa-Park Stadion in the last four games. The Breisgau-Brazilians have collected six wins, two draws and two defeats in the past 10 home games, recording an average of 2.20 goals per match and conceding 1.20.
Leipzig have managed five victories, three losses and two draws in the last 10 away matches, recording an average of 1.50 goals per game and conceding 1.30.
Freiburg and Leipzig played out a 0-0 draw when the teams last met at Europa-Park Stadion. The past 5 H2H matches at Europa-Park Stadion have featured three Leipzig wins and two draws.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Freiburg Home Stats |
6-2-2 | 3.40 | 2.20 | 1.20 | 7 | 3 | 7 | 3 | |
RB Leipzig Away Stats |
5-2-3 | 2.80 | 1.50 | 1.30 | 7 | 3 | 7 | 3 | |
- W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
- G = Avg. Goals
- GF = Avg. Goals For
- GA = Avg. Goals Against
- O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
- U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
- B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
- B-No = Matches BTTS No
- Bundesliga: 14/01 2026 Leipzig 2 Freiburg 0
- Bundesliga: 08/03 2025 Freiburg 0 Leipzig 0
- Bundesliga: 26/10 2024 Leipzig 3 Freiburg 1
- Bundesliga: 06/04 2024 Freiburg 1 Leipzig 4
- Bundesliga: 12/11 2023 Leipzig 3 Freiburg 1
- Bundesliga: 06/05 2023 Freiburg 0 Leipzig 1
- DFB-Pokal: 02/05 2023 Freiburg 1 Leipzig 5
- Bundesliga: 09/11 2022 Leipzig 3 Freiburg 1
- DFB-Pokal: 21/05 2022 Freiburg 3 Leipzig 5
- Bundesliga: 05/03 2022 Leipzig 1 Freiburg 1
Freiburg League Stats
RB Leipzig League Stats
- 3 wins, 5 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 5 wins, 2 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 8 wins and 2 defeats in the previous 10 matches
- 5 wins, 3 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.30 goals scored and 1.90 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.60 goals scored and 1.30 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 3.20 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.90 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 8 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.10 goals scored and 1.10 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.50 goals scored and 1.30 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.20 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.80 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 8 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.80 corners awarded and 4.40 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 4.00 corners awarded and 4.20 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 8.20 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 8.20 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 5.50 corners awarded and 4.60 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 4.20 corners awarded and 4.30 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 10.10 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 8.50 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 48.90% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 49.40% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 4 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 4 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 54.40% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 54.60% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 6 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Freiburg this season are Igor Matanovic (10), Vincenzo Grifo (7), Johan Manzambi (5)
- Top Assistors for Freiburg this season are Matthias Ginter (4), Vincenzo Grifo (4), Christian Guenter (3)
Freiburg vs RB Leipzig Lineups & Team News
The latest Freiburg vs Leipzig team news could impact your bets — review it first. We’ll offer the predicted and confirmed Bundesliga lineups along with the latest injury developments.
Freiburg Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
RB Leipzig Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3
Freiburg Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
RB Leipzig Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3
Freiburg Substitutes
- 5Anthony Jung
- 9Lucas Hoeler
- 17Lukas Kuebler
- 21Florian Mueller
- 22Cyriaque Irie
- 26Maximilian Philipp
- 30Christian Guenter
- 32Vincenzo Grifo
- 43Bruno Ogbus
RB Leipzig Substitutes
- 5E. C. Bitshiabu
- 6Ezechiel Banzuzi
- 7Antonio Nusa
- 9Johan Bakayoko
- 17Ridle Baku
- 24Xaver Schlager
- 26Maarten Vandevoordt
- 27Tidiam Gomis
- 40Romulo Cruz
Previous Freiburg Lineups
Previous RB Leipzig Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
Freiburg Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Julian Schuster
RB Leipzig Player Stats & Squad
Bundesliga Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bayern Munich | 34 | 28 | 5 | 1 | 122:36 | 89 |
| 2 | Dortmund | 34 | 22 | 7 | 5 | 70:34 | 73 |
| 3 | RB Leipzig | 34 | 20 | 5 | 9 | 66:47 | 65 |
| 4 | Stuttgart | 34 | 18 | 8 | 8 | 71:49 | 62 |
| 5 | Hoffenheim | 34 | 18 | 7 | 9 | 65:52 | 61 |
| 6 | Leverkusen | 34 | 17 | 8 | 9 | 68:47 | 59 |
| 7 | Freiburg | 34 | 13 | 8 | 13 | 51:57 | 47 |
| 8 | Frankfurt | 34 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 61:65 | 44 |
| 9 | Augsburg | 34 | 12 | 7 | 15 | 45:61 | 43 |
| 10 | Mainz 05 | 34 | 10 | 10 | 14 | 44:53 | 40 |
| 11 | Union Berlin | 34 | 10 | 9 | 15 | 44:58 | 39 |
| 12 | B. M'gladbach | 34 | 9 | 11 | 14 | 42:53 | 38 |
| 13 | Hamburger SV | 34 | 9 | 11 | 14 | 40:54 | 38 |
| 14 | FC Koln | 34 | 7 | 11 | 16 | 49:63 | 32 |
| 15 | Werder Bremen | 34 | 8 | 8 | 18 | 37:60 | 32 |
| 16 | Wolfsburg | 34 | 7 | 8 | 19 | 45:69 | 29 |
| 17 | Heidenheim | 34 | 6 | 8 | 20 | 41:72 | 26 |
| 18 | St. Pauli | 34 | 6 | 8 | 20 | 29:60 | 26 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bayern Munich | 17 | 14 | 2 | 1 | 68:19 | 44 |
| 2 | Dortmund | 17 | 13 | 2 | 2 | 40:16 | 41 |
| 3 | Stuttgart | 17 | 12 | 3 | 2 | 30:16 | 39 |
| 4 | RB Leipzig | 17 | 12 | 2 | 3 | 40:20 | 38 |
| 5 | Hoffenheim | 17 | 10 | 2 | 5 | 35:21 | 32 |
| 6 | Freiburg | 17 | 9 | 5 | 3 | 33:22 | 32 |
| 7 | Leverkusen | 17 | 9 | 4 | 4 | 38:19 | 31 |
| 8 | Augsburg | 17 | 7 | 5 | 5 | 25:28 | 26 |
| 9 | Frankfurt | 17 | 7 | 4 | 6 | 29:27 | 25 |
| 10 | Hamburger SV | 17 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 25:22 | 24 |
| 11 | B. M'gladbach | 17 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 24:24 | 24 |
| 12 | Union Berlin | 17 | 5 | 7 | 5 | 26:26 | 22 |
| 13 | FC Koln | 17 | 5 | 4 | 8 | 30:30 | 19 |
| 14 | Werder Bremen | 17 | 5 | 4 | 8 | 19:31 | 19 |
| 15 | Mainz 05 | 17 | 4 | 5 | 8 | 21:25 | 17 |
| 16 | Heidenheim | 17 | 4 | 5 | 8 | 23:37 | 17 |
| 17 | St. Pauli | 17 | 4 | 5 | 8 | 17:31 | 17 |
| 18 | Wolfsburg | 17 | 2 | 4 | 11 | 21:32 | 10 |
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