Mainz vs RB Leipzig
Bundesliga
Saturday
4th November 2023
Coface Arena
The most comprehensive preview, detailed analysis and reliable predictions of the Bundesliga gameweek 10 fixture between Mainz and RB Leipzig.
Mainz vs RB Leipzig: Preview
Mainz form analysis
FSV Mainz’s recent run of games has shown a leaky defense undermining their impressive attacking play. They started with a disappointing 1-2 home loss to Augsburg, taking an early lead through Ajorque but conceding twice in the first half to come away empty handed. Things got worse with a 0-3 home thrashing by Leverkusen, with two second half goals piling misery on Mainz.
They showed great spirit in their next game, battling back from 2-1 down to draw 2-2 away at Gladbach with goals from Gruda and Barkok. However, defensive issues persisted in a 1-3 home loss to Bayern Munich, going behind early and unable to contain the champions. They ended this spell with a dramatic 2-2 draw away at Bochum, twice leading but conceding late to drop points.
Overall, Mainz has terrific attacking talent in Ajorque, Lee and Barkok but their leaky defense has cost them.
RB Leipzig form analysis
RB Leipzig’s recent run of games has showcased their attacking prowess, with an average of over 3 goals per game in this spell. They started with a narrow 1-0 away win at Gladbach thanks to a late Werner goal. They followed up with a six goal thriller at home against Bayern Munich, twice leading through Openda and Lukeba but ultimately drawing 2-2.
Leipzig then stifled Bochum in a goalless draw to maintain their unbeaten record. Their attack exploded in the next game, hammering Darmstadt 1-3 away thanks to a brace from the lethal Openda and Forsberg strike. Most recently, Leipzig tore apart Cologne in a 6-0 home thrashing. With goals from Werner, two from Openda, Raum, Šeško and Baumgartner.
Overall, Leipzig look extremely dangerous in attack but have shown some defensive vulnerabilities, keeping just 1 clean sheet. If they can tighten up at the back, their wealth of attacking talent could fire them to a surprise title challenge this season.
