Bayern München vs RB Leipzig prediction

THE FORECAST

Both sides carry identical fixture load (4 days rest, CL sandwiched either side), so fatigue is a neutral factor, yet Bayern's home record and superior squad depth at the Allianz Arena tips the balance. Leipzig arrive with a heavily depleted squad — eight players unavailable including Gruda, Guiu, Reitz and Gebel — which significantly limits Rose's tactical options and rotation capacity. Bayern have Musiala absent but retain Kane (approaching his 100th Bundesliga appearance), Olise and Díaz as key creative threats, making them the clearer favourite despite their own recent inconsistency.