Celtics will host RB Leipzig at Celtic Park in a thrilling Champions League showdown that promises intensity and skill on both sides. Celtic will be aiming to bounce back from recent European setbacks, spurred by their passionate home crowd. Meanwhile, RB Leipzig arrives in Glasgow with strong momentum, seeking crucial points to strengthen their standing in the group. Both teams bring unique tactical styles and ambitions, setting the stage for an intriguing clash.
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With Celtic’s formidable home advantage and Leipzig’s impressive form, fans can expect an exciting, high-stakes encounter as these two teams battle for crucial points in the Champions League.
Celtic vs RB Leipzig Important H2H Stats
As Celtic welcomes RB Leipzig to Celtic Park, both teams aim to secure vital Champions League points. Historically, the last clash between these two sides at Celtic Park on October 11, 2022, saw RB Leipzig walk away with a 2-0 victory. In this upcoming match, Celtic will need to keep a close watch on Benjamin Šeško, who is currently RB Leipzig’s top scorer with 3 goals this season. On the other hand, RB Leipzig will focus on neutralizing Arne Engels, who has been a key playmaker for Celtic with 2 assists to his name.
Discipline could also be a factor in the match, as Celtic’s Kasper Schmeichel has picked up a card, while Castello Lukeba has the most cards for RB Leipzig, with 2 this season. Timing could be crucial, as Celtic has shown a scoring tendency between the 45-60 minute mark, accounting for 33.3% of their goals. Leipzig, meanwhile, has been prone to conceding early, with 33.3% of goals against them occurring within the first 15 minutes.
Possession stats indicate Celtic has an average of 47.33%, slightly edging over Leipzig’s 45.67%. Corner statistics reveal Celtic with an average of 6.33 corners per match compared to RB Leipzig’s 5.00. Both teams have shown an equal likelihood for BTTS (Both Teams to Score), with BTTS recorded in 66.67% of matches for each.
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With these stats in mind, fans can expect a competitive matchup at Celtic Park as both sides vie for the advantage in their Champions League journey.
Celtic Vs RB Leipzig Season Stats
| Performance Summary | Celtic | RB Leipzig |
|---|---|---|
| Total Wins | 1 | 0 |
| Home Wins | 1 | 0 |
| Away Wins | 0 | 0 |
| Total Draws | 1 | 0 |
| Home Draws | 0 | 0 |
| Away Draws | 1 | 0 |
| Total Lost | 1 | 3 |
| Home Losses | 0 | 2 |
| Away Losses | 1 | 1 |
| Total Goals For | 6 | 3 |
| Home Goals For | 5 | 2 |
| Away Goals For | 1 | 1 |
| Total Goals Against | 8 | 6 |
| Home Goals Against | 1 | 4 |
| Away Goals Against | 7 | 2 |
| Total Clean Sheet | 1 | 0 |
| Home Clean Sheet | 0 | 0 |
| Away Clean Sheet | 1 | 0 |
| Total Failed To Score | 1 | 1 |
| Home Failed To Score | 0 | 1 |
| Away Failed To Score | 1 | 0 |
| Total Av Goals Scored | 2 | 1 |
| Home Av Goals Scored | 5 | 1 |
| Away Av Goals Scored | 0.5 | 1 |
| Total Av Goals Conceded | 2.67 | 2 |
| Home Av Goals Conceded | 1 | 2 |
| Away Av Goals Conceded | 3.5 | 2 |
| Total 1st Goal Scored | 13m | 17m |
| Home 1st Goal Scored | 17m | 30m |
| Away 1st Goal Scored | 9m | 4m |
| Total 1st Goal Conceded | 34m | 35m |
| Home 1st Goal Conceded | 7m | 28m |
| Away 1st Goal Conceded | 61m | 39m |
| Goals Scoring Minutes | Celtic | RB Leipzig |
|---|---|---|
| 0-15 | 1 (16.7%) | 1 (33.3%) |
| 15-30 | 1 (16.7%) | 1 (33.3%) |
| 30-45 | 0 (0%) | 0 (0%) |
| 45-60 | 2 (33.3%) | 0 (0%) |
| 60-75 | 1 (16.7%) | 1 (33.3%) |
| 75-90 | 1 (16.7%) | 0 (0%) |
| Goals Conceded Minutes | Celtic | RB Leipzig |
|---|---|---|
| 0-15 | 2 (25%) | 0 (0%) |
| 15-30 | 1 (12.5%) | 2 (33.3%) |
| 30-45 | 2 (25%) | 0 (0%) |
| 45-60 | 0 (0%) | 1 (16.7%) |
| 60-75 | 2 (25%) | 1 (16.7%) |
| 75-90 | 1 (12.5%) | 2 (33.3%) |
| Combined Match Stats | Celtic | RB Leipzig |
|---|---|---|
| Attacks | 232 | 265 |
| Dangerous Attacks | 119 | 102 |
| Av Possession Percent | 47.33 | 45.67 |
| Fouls | 29 | 26 |
| Av Fouls Per Game | 9.67 | 8.67 |
| Offside | 5 | 6 |
| Red Cards | 0 | 0 |
| Yellow Cards | 5 | 7 |
| Shots Blocked | 6 | 10 |
| Shots Off Target | 8 | 19 |
| Av Shots Off Target | 2.67 | 6.33 |
| Shots On Target | 16 | 17 |
| Av Shots On Target | 5.33 | 5.67 |
| Total Corners | 19 | 15 |
| Av Corners | 6.33 | 5.00 |
| BTTS | 66.67 | 66.67 |
| Av Player Rating Per Match | 6.79 | 6.82 |
| Tackles | 67 | 43 |
| Total Match Goals Percentages | Celtic | RB Leipzig | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home | Away | Home | Away | |
| Over 0.5 | 100 | 50 | 100 | 100 |
| Over 1.5 | 100 | 50 | 50 | 100 |
| Over 2.5 | 100 | 50 | 50 | 100 |
| Over 3.5 | 100 | 50 | 50 | 0 |
| Over 4.5 | 100 | 50 | 50 | 0 |
| Over 5.5 | 100 | 50 | 0 | 0 |
| Under 0.5 | 0 | 50 | 0 | 0 |
| Under 1.5 | 0 | 50 | 50 | 0 |
| Under 2.5 | 0 | 50 | 50 | 0 |
| Under 3.5 | 0 | 50 | 50 | 100 |
| Under 4.5 | 0 | 50 | 50 | 100 |
| Under 5.5 | 0 | 50 | 100 | 100 |
Prediction: Celtic vs RB Leipzig
Given recent form and head-to-head stats, this Champions League encounter at Celtic Park is shaping up to be a closely contested battle. Celtic, with home advantage, have been effective in finding the net, particularly between the 45-60 minute mark, and will be relying on key playmaker Arne Engels to set up chances. However, Celtic’s defensive vulnerabilities, particularly early in matches, may pose a challenge against RB Leipzig’s attacking talents like Benjamin Šeško.
RB Leipzig’s record in previous meetings, including their 2-0 win over Celtic, showcases their ability to capitalize on opportunities. Although Leipzig’s defense has shown occasional lapses, they are generally robust and likely to pose a significant barrier. Both teams have seen high BTTS stats this season, suggesting that both are capable of scoring and vulnerable to conceding.
Ultimately, this match could likely end in a high-intensity, close scoreline with both teams finding the back of the net. With Leipzig’s experience and recent head-to-head edge, a narrow 2-1 win for RB Leipzig seems a strong prediction, although Celtic’s home advantage could push for a potential draw if they capitalize on their scoring phases.