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FC Schalke 04 entertain RB Leipzig on 31 October 2026 · 14:30 at VELTINS-Arena (Gelsenkirchen), with Max Burda the man in the middle. RB Leipzig (51%) are our favourites. Read on for our tip, the estimated probabilities, missing players and match analysis.
FC Schalke 04 vs RB Leipzig: odds from several bookmakers
| Match result | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top odds available | 4.07 | 4.11 | 1.93 |
| Market average | 3.89 | 3.84 | 1.87 |
| Lowest odds | 3.29 | 3.58 | 1.80 |
| Goals | Best | Average | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 goals | 1.19 | 1.15 | 81.2% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 1.60 | 1.55 | 60.6% |
| Under 2.5 goals | 2.45 | 2.39 | 39.4% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 2.45 | 2.37 | 40.3% |
| BTTS – yes | 1.53 | 1.50 | 62.2% |
| BTTS – no | 2.63 | 2.46 | 37.8% |
Our odds combine the prices of several bookmakers and were refreshed 31/10/26, 14:09. Use them for guidance only, since one operator may quote differently. The margin averages 5.4%.
Match at a glance
- Likely result: FC Schalke 04 1–1 RB Leipzig, roughly 3 goals in total.
- Table: FC Schalke 04 17th (6 points), RB Leipzig 4th (15 points).
- Form in the competition: FC Schalke 04 1W 3D 3L (4:7), RB Leipzig 4W 0D 3L (20:11).
- H2H: 13 matches: FC Schalke 04 2W 2D 9L, goals 11–32.
- Absences: FC Schalke 04 7, RB Leipzig 3.
Who will win FC Schalke 04 vs RB Leipzig?
To reach this estimate we remove the margin from several bookmakers' odds. Nothing about the outcome is guaranteed.
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Fair odds = 1 / probability. Whenever the best odds on offer top the fair odds, that price is value. Likely: ≥ 60%; possible: 50–60%; outsider: anything under 50%.
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FC Schalke 04 vs RB Leipzig: injuries, suspensions, absences
FC Schalke 04
- J. Bachmannhip injury · will miss the match
- S. El-Faouziabsence · will miss the match
- A. Gantenbeinmuscle injury · will miss the match
- R. Gosensabsence · will miss the match
- M. Syllaabsence · will miss the match
- L. Vozarillness · will miss the match
- M. Wobermuscle injury · will miss the match
RB Leipzig
- M. Esteveknock · will miss the match
- M. Guiuhamstring injury · will miss the match
- A. Ouedraogoshoulder injury · will miss the match
Absences can still change up to kick-off.
FC Schalke 04 vs RB Leipzig: form and table
| # | Team | P | W-D-L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Bayern München | 8 | 5-3-0 | 27:8 | 18 |
| 2 |  Borussia Dortmund | 8 | 5-3-0 | 14:6 | 18 |
| 3 |  SC Freiburg | 8 | 5-1-2 | 18:10 | 16 |
| 4 | RB Leipzig | 8 | 5-0-3 | 22:11 | 15 |
| 5 |  Werder Bremen | 8 | 4-3-1 | 17:14 | 15 |
| 6 |  Bayer Leverkusen | 8 | 4-1-3 | 18:16 | 13 |
| 7 |  SV Elversberg | 8 | 4-1-3 | 16:16 | 13 |
| 8 |  Eintracht Frankfurt | 8 | 3-2-3 | 13:18 | 11 |
| 9 |  FSV Mainz 05 | 8 | 3-1-4 | 17:17 | 10 |
| 10 |  FC Augsburg | 8 | 2-3-3 | 18:15 | 9 |
| 11 |  VfB Stuttgart | 8 | 3-0-5 | 14:15 | 9 |
| 12 |  1899 Hoffenheim | 8 | 3-0-5 | 14:16 | 9 |
| 13 |  1. FC Köln | 8 | 2-3-3 | 9:12 | 9 |
| 14 |  SC Paderborn 07 | 8 | 2-3-3 | 6:9 | 9 |
| 15 |  Hamburger SV | 8 | 3-0-5 | 7:19 | 9 |
| 16 |  Union Berlin | 8 | 1-4-3 | 7:19 | 7 |
| 17 | FC Schalke 04 | 8 | 1-3-4 | 4:9 | 6 |
| 18 |  Borussia Mönchengladbach | 8 | 1-1-6 | 11:22 | 4 |
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FC Schalke 04 vs RB Leipzig: our match analysis
Why this is our tip
- Table. FC Schalke 04: 17th, 6 points from 8 matches (1W 3D 4L). RB Leipzig: 4th, 15 points (5W 0D 3L).
- Attack and defence. Goals per game in this competition: FC Schalke 04 0.6 scored and 1.0 conceded, RB Leipzig 2.9 scored and 1.6 conceded.
- Form in the competition. FC Schalke 04: 1W 3D 3L, goals 4–7; RB Leipzig: 4W 0D 3L, goals 20–11.
- Head to head. Head to head over 13 meetings: FC Schalke 04 2 wins, RB Leipzig 9 wins, plus 2 draws; goals 11–32.
What to expect
We make RB Leipzig the favourites. The projected scoreline is 1–2, close to 3 goals in the game, and the outcome we rate highest is 1–1 (10.4%). We expect goals and an open game.
On goals we like Both teams to score (odds 1.53), with a probability of 62% by our reckoning. By our numbers, both teams scoring is 62% and over 2.5 goals is 61%.
Main points of the prediction
- Meetings: 13; FC Schalke 04 2 wins, 2 draws, RB Leipzig 9 wins.
- Average goals in their meetings: 3.3 per match.
- This competition, scored–conceded: FC Schalke 04 4–7, RB Leipzig 20–11.
- Projected: close to 3 goals; probability of over 2.5 goals 61%.
- Not available: FC Schalke 04 7, RB Leipzig 3.
Alternative tip: Both teams score: yes
Other option: Both teams score: yes (probability 62%, odds up to 1.53). We project close to 3 goals, which points the same way.
Absences
Not available for FC Schalke 04: J. Bachmann, S. El-Faouzi, A. Gantenbein, R. Gosens, M. Sylla, L. Vozar, M. Wober. Not available for RB Leipzig: M. Esteve, M. Guiu, A. Ouedraogo. Line-ups can still change, so look at the team news again before kick-off.
FC Schalke 04 vs RB Leipzig: the numbers side by side
Only this season's games feed into these numbers, so treat them with care: the sample is small.
Form in the competition
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FC Schalke 04 vs RB Leipzig: common questions
Which bet do we recommend for FC Schalke 04 vs RB Leipzig?
On the result, our pick is RB Leipzig to win (1.93); on goals, Both teams to score (1.53). Prefer less risk? Go for Draw or RB Leipzig (X2).
Who will win FC Schalke 04 vs RB Leipzig?
As we see it: FC Schalke 04 to win 24%, the draw 25%, RB Leipzig to win 51%.
What is the kick-off time and venue?
31 October 2026, 14:30, at VELTINS-Arena, Gelsenkirchen. Referee: Max Burda.
Who will be missing?
FC Schalke 04: J. Bachmann, S. El-Faouzi, A. Gantenbein, R. Gosens, M. Sylla, L. Vozar, M. Wober. RB Leipzig: M. Esteve, M. Guiu, A. Ouedraogo. Absences can still change up to kick-off.
Will the game go over 2.5 goals?
We give over 2.5 goals a 61% chance (odds 1.60), against 39% for under 2.5 (odds 2.45).
Will both teams score?
By our numbers, both sides scoring is 62% (odds 1.53).
What correct score is most probable?
In order: 1–1 (10.4%), 1–2 (9.6%), 0–1 (8.3%).
Where do your predictions come from?
It all starts with bookmaker odds: we take prices from several firms, remove the margin, average them and convert the result into probabilities. A Poisson model then supplies the expected goals and the most probable scorelines. Form, previous meetings and absences are shown alongside as background. We share our predictions to inform you, and they cannot promise that a bet will win.
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