This archive report was first published on 24 May 2020.
RB Leipzig vs Freiburg: Bundesliga Returns Amid COVID-19 Hiatus ¶
As the world slowly returns to normal, the German Bundesliga is set to resume play on May 16, with RB Leipzig facing SC Freiburg behind closed doors.
With millions of football-starved fans eager to get their fix of professional football, the matches are expected to break TV viewership records.
RB Leipzig, currently sitting in third place with 50 points, are looking to make a strong statement as they return to play. With a respectable record of 14 wins, 8 draws, and 3 losses, they are just one point away from second place Borussia Dortmund and five points away from first place Bayern Munich.
However, Freiburg are not to be underestimated. Currently in eighth position, they are just one point behind Schalke 04 and have a legitimate chance of securing a Europa League spot next season.
With the absence of fans in the stands, RB Leipzig will not have the benefit of a true home-field advantage, which could give Freiburg an edge. But with their title hopes on the line, RB Leipzig are likely to be motivated to secure a win.
As of now, the betting odds favor RB Leipzig, with a price of 29/100. A draw is chalked up at 223/5, while Freiburg fans can get a hearty 865/100 if their team upsets the favorites.
Will RB Leipzig be able to live up to their title hopes, or will Freiburg pull off an upset? Only time will tell.
