Champions League· League Stage - 6· Old Trafford
Manchester United
RB Leipzig8 Dec
Manchester United vs RB Leipzig Prediction & Betting Tips
Tuesday, 8 December 2026 · Kick-off
Our prediction
Over 2.5 goals
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Predicted score
2-1
Fair odds
1.73
Expected goals
1.9 - 1.1
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More Manchester United vs RB Leipzig tips
| Selection | Probability | Fair odds | Best odds |
|---|---|---|---|
| AH1 +1.5Manchester United +1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 92% | 1.08 | - |
| 1XManchester United or Draw | 82% | 1.23 | - |
| AH2 +1.5RB Leipzig +1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 67% | 1.50 | - |
| U3.5Under 3.5 goals | 65% | 1.55 | - |
| BTTS YesBoth teams to score | 56% | 1.77 | - |
| X2RB Leipzig or Draw | 56% | 1.78 | - |
| 1Manchester United to win | 44% | 2.28 | - |
| BTTS NoBoth teams NOT to score | 44% | 2.29 | - |
| U2.5Under 2.5 goals | 42% | 2.36 | - |
| XDraw | 38% | 2.65 | - |
| O3.5Over 3.5 goals | 35% | 2.83 | - |
| AH1 -1.5Manchester United -1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 33% | 3.00 | - |
| 2RB Leipzig to win | 18% | 5.43 | - |
| AH2 -1.5RB Leipzig -1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 8% | 12.88 | - |
Manchester United vs RB Leipzig preview & analysis
Match preview
Manchester United host RB Leipzig in the Champions League (League Stage - 6) at Old Trafford on Tuesday, 8 December 2026, with kick-off at 20:00 UTC. Here's our full prediction, built from bookmaker prices, current form and head-to-head data.
Team form
Manchester United are struggling for results, with 0 wins, 2 draws and 3 defeats in their last 5 matches, scoring 4 and conceding 8. Most recently they lost to Atletico Madrid 0-2 away. They're 13th in the table with 3 points from 2 games. RB Leipzig arrive in mixed form, with 3 wins, 0 draws and 2 defeats in their last 5 matches, scoring 13 and conceding 6. Most recently they beat PSV Eindhoven 1-0 at home. They're 21st in the table with 3 points from 2 games.
Head to head
In the last 2 meetings between these sides, Manchester United have won 1, RB Leipzig have won 1 and 0 ended level. Those games averaged 5.0 goals, and both teams scored in 1 of them.
What the numbers say
Our model makes Manchester United narrow favourites: Manchester United 44%, draw 38%, RB Leipzig 18%. We expect around 3.0 goals (1.9 - 1.1 in expected goals), with 58% for over 2.5 and 56% for both teams to score.
Our tip
Both teams' recent games have been open, and our goals model expects this one to follow suit. Our pick is Over 2.5 goals, which our model rates at a 58% chance. For a bigger price, the most likely correct score is Manchester United 2-1 RB Leipzig.
Recent form
Manchester United- 13 OctAAtletico Madrid0-2
- 10 OctHTottenham1-1
- 20 SeptAFulham1-1
- 16 SeptHBrighton2-3
- 13 SeptHManchester City0-1
RB Leipzig- 13 OctHPSV Eindhoven1-0
- 10 OctHEintracht Frankfurt6-0
- 20 SeptABayer Leverkusen0-2
- 13 SeptHHamburger SV5-0
- 10 SeptAComo1-4
Head to head
Champions League table
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Paris Saint Germain | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | +7 | 6 |
| 2 |  Barcelona | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | +7 | 6 |
| 3 |  Aston Villa | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | +7 | 6 |
| 4 |  VfB Stuttgart | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | +5 | 6 |
| 11 |  Shakhtar Donetsk | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | +2 | 4 |
| 12 |  Como | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | +2 | 3 |
| 13 | Manchester United | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | +2 | 3 |
| 14 |  Villarreal | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | +1 | 3 |
| 15 |  Atletico Madrid | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | +1 | 3 |
| 19 |  Lens | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 3 |
| 20 |  AEK Athens FC | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 3 |
| 21 | RB Leipzig | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -2 | 3 |
| 22 |  Sabah FA | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -2 | 3 |
| 23 |  Feyenoord | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -3 | 3 |
Manchester United vs RB Leipzig: FAQ
What is the Manchester United vs RB Leipzig prediction?
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Our tip is Over 2.5 goals. Our predicted score is Manchester United 2-1 RB Leipzig.
Who is the favourite to win Manchester United vs RB Leipzig?
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Manchester United are favourites. Our model gives Manchester United a 44% chance of winning, RB Leipzig 18%, and the draw 38%.
Will both teams score in Manchester United vs RB Leipzig?
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We rate both teams to score at 56%, so BTTS Yes is likely.
When does Manchester United vs RB Leipzig kick off?
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Manchester United vs RB Leipzig kicks off at 20:00 UTC on Tuesday, 8 December 2026 at Old Trafford, Manchester.
