{"id":8044,"date":"2026-08-20T16:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-08-20T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.toffeeweb.com\/ng\/eintracht-trier-vs-rb-leipzig-predictions-picks-odds-22-08-2026\/"},"modified":"2026-08-20T16:00:00","modified_gmt":"2026-08-20T16:00:00","slug":"eintracht-trier-vs-rb-leipzig-predictions-picks-odds-22-08-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.toffeeweb.com\/ng\/eintracht-trier-vs-rb-leipzig-predictions-picks-odds-22-08-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Eintracht Trier vs RB Leipzig Predictions, Picks & Odds – 22\/08\/2026"},"content":{"rendered":"
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\n \"\"\n DFB Pokal<\/span>\n <\/div>\n
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\n \"Eintracht\n Eintracht Trier<\/span>\n <\/div>\n
\n 22 Aug 2026<\/span>\n 17:00<\/span>\n <\/div>\n
\n \"RB\n RB Leipzig<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
\n Prediction:<\/span>\n
\n RB Leipzig to win<\/span>\n 1.03<\/a><\/span>\n <\/div>\n View odds\"Betano\" ><\/a>\n \n <\/div>\n
\n Pick your prediction<\/span>\n
\"\" Eintracht Trier<\/a>Draw<\/a>\"\" RB Leipzig<\/a><\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

Eintracht Trier vs RB Leipzig Predictions, Picks & Odds – 22\/08\/2026<\/h1>
\"\"DFB Pokal · 1st Round<\/div>
<\/rect><\/line><\/line><\/line><\/svg> 22 Aug 2026<\/span>\n<\/path><\/circle><\/svg> Moselstadion<\/span>\n<\/path><\/circle><\/svg> Louis Hecq<\/span><\/div>
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Eintracht Trier vs RB Leipzig – Best bets of the match<\/h3>\n
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Bookmaker<\/th>1<\/th>X<\/th>2<\/th>Bonus info<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n
Betano<\/strong><\/td>45.00<\/a><\/td>12.50<\/a><\/td>1.03<\/a><\/td>View odds<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody>\n <\/table>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>
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<\/polygon><\/svg> Our prediction<\/div>\n
2: RB Leipzig to win<\/div>\n
\n 1.03<\/a><\/span>\n on Betano\"Betano\"<\/span>\n · Confidence High<\/span>\n <\/div>\n \n
<\/circle><\/polyline><\/svg> Odds recorded on 22 Aug 2026 at 21:58 · Odds are subject to change<\/div>\n<\/div>
<\/path><\/path><\/path><\/path><\/path><\/path><\/svg>Competition:<\/strong> DFB Pokal<\/span><\/div>
<\/path><\/line><\/svg>Stage:<\/strong> 1st Round<\/span><\/div>
<\/rect><\/line><\/line><\/line><\/svg>Date:<\/strong> 22 Aug 2026<\/span><\/div>
<\/circle><\/polyline><\/svg>Time:<\/strong> 17:00 WAT<\/span><\/div>
<\/path><\/circle><\/svg>Stadium:<\/strong> Moselstadion<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Eintracht Trier vs RB Leipzig Preview<\/h2>

Eintracht Trier return to the DFB-Pokal first round for the first time since 2016, and the Moselstadion will be buzzing. Thomas Klasen's side picked up a morale-boosting 2-1 win over VfR Mannheim on August 16, giving them momentum heading into this cup tie. Operating in the fourth-tier Regionalliga Südwest, Trier carry the romantic underdog tag well. Their legendary 1997\/98 semi-final run proves giant-killings are in the club's DNA.<\/p>

RB Leipzig<\/strong> arrive in Trier under new boss Martin Demichelis, who replaced Ole Werner during the off-season. Pre-season has been a mixed bag: three wins and two defeats across five friendlies, leaving questions about early-season cohesion. The two-time DFB-Pokal winners (2022, 2023) boast a strong recent competitive record, finishing last season with four victories in their final five matches. Rômulo may be rested due to knee trouble ahead of the Bundesliga opener.<\/p>

The class gap between these two sides makes an away win the only sensible pick. RB Leipzig won four of their last five competitive fixtures and claimed the DFB-Pokal trophy in both 2022 and 2023. New manager Martin Demichelis will want a commanding start, and the away win at 1.03<\/a> reflects the massive disparity in quality between a Regionalliga outfit and a Bundesliga heavyweight.<\/p>

Trier's romantic cup history, including that famous 1997\/98 semi-final run, gives the Moselstadion faithful reason to dream. Reality, however, paints a different picture. Leipzig's squad depth alone should prove overwhelming, even if Romulo is rested due to knee trouble. Backing over 2.5 goals<\/strong> at N\/A looks attractive given Leipzig's firepower against a fourth-tier defence unlikely to contain them for ninety minutes.<\/p>

The hosts managed a 2-1 win over VfR Mannheim in their most recent league outing, so they carry some confidence into this fixture. Still, that will count for little against opposition of this calibre. Both teams to score: No<\/strong> at N\/A rounds off the recommended picks, as Leipzig should control possession and limit Trier to very few clear-cut chances. Odds and markets subject to change.<\/p>

Trends to Know about Eintracht Trier vs RB Leipzig<\/h2>
  • Leipzig won four of last five<\/li>
  • Trier compete in fourth-tier Regionalliga<\/li>
  • Two-time DFB-Pokal winners visit Moselstadion<\/li><\/ul>
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    Form & Statistics: Eintracht Trier vs RB Leipzig<\/h3>\n
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    Eintracht Trier<\/h4>\n \n

    Season statistics<\/p>\n

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    3.6<\/span>Total goals<\/span><\/div>\n
    47%<\/span>Both teams score<\/span><\/div>\n
    2.5<\/span>Goals scored<\/span><\/div>\n
    1.1<\/span>Goals conceded<\/span><\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>
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    RB Leipzig<\/h4>\n

    Recent form<\/p>\n

    W<\/span>L<\/span>W<\/span>W<\/span>W<\/span><\/div>\n
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    <\/span>Wins<\/span>4\/5 (80%)<\/span><\/div>\n
    <\/span>Draws<\/span>0\/5 (0%)<\/span><\/div>\n
    <\/span>Losses<\/span>1\/5 (20%)<\/span><\/div>\n <\/div>\n

    Season statistics (5)<\/p>\n

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    3.3<\/span>Total goals<\/span><\/div>\n
    60%<\/span>Both teams score<\/span><\/div>\n
    1.9<\/span>Goals scored<\/span><\/div>\n
    1.4<\/span>Goals conceded<\/span><\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div><\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>
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    Statistic<\/th>Eintracht Trier<\/th><\/th>RB Leipzig<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n
    Last 5 results<\/td>·<\/td>·<\/td>4W 1L<\/td><\/tr>
    Avg goals scored<\/td>2.5<\/td>·<\/td>1.9<\/td><\/tr>
    Avg goals conceded<\/td>1.1<\/td>·<\/td>1.4<\/td><\/tr>
    Under 2.5 (last 5)<\/td>·<\/td>·<\/td>1\/5<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody>\n <\/table>\n<\/div>
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    \n Probable lineup<\/span>\n

    Lineups: Eintracht Trier vs RB Leipzig<\/h3>\n <\/div>\n
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    Eintracht Trier<\/h4>
    3-5-2<\/div>

    Starters<\/p>

    1. 1<\/span> Wechsel<\/li>
    2. 2<\/span> Awassi<\/li>
    3. 3<\/span> Pelzer<\/li>
    4. 4<\/span> Held<\/li>
    5. 5<\/span> Spang<\/li>
    6. 6<\/span> Kritzer<\/li>
    7. 7<\/span> Tekerci<\/li>
    8. 8<\/span> Lohei<\/li>
    9. 9<\/span> Kinscher<\/li>
    10. 10<\/span> Blum<\/li>
    11. 11<\/span> Marceta<\/li><\/ol>

      Absent<\/p>

      • Sven König (injury)<\/span><\/li>
      • Ömer Yavuz (injury)<\/span><\/li>
      • Kevin Heinz (injury)<\/span><\/li>
      • Tim Corsten (injury)<\/span><\/li>
      • S. König (Cartilage Damage)<\/span><\/li>
      • ?. Yavuz (Wrist Fracture)<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>

        RB Leipzig<\/h4>
        4-3-3<\/div>

        Starters<\/p>

        1. 1<\/span> Vandevoordt<\/li>
        2. 2<\/span> Baku<\/li>
        3. 3<\/span> Orban<\/li>
        4. 4<\/span> Geertruida<\/li>
        5. 5<\/span> Raum<\/li>
        6. 6<\/span> Maksimovic<\/li>
        7. 7<\/span> Vermeeren<\/li>
        8. 8<\/span> Banzuzi<\/li>
        9. 9<\/span> Nusa<\/li>
        10. 10<\/span> Gomis<\/li>
        11. 11<\/span> Thomas<\/li><\/ol>

          Bench<\/p>

          • Seiwald<\/li>
          • Diomande<\/li>
          • Bitshiabu<\/li>
          • Finkgräfe<\/li><\/ul>

            Absent<\/p>

            • Kevin Kampl (injury)<\/span><\/li>
            • Xaver Schlager (injury)<\/span><\/li>
            • Assan Ouédraogo (injury)<\/span><\/li>
            • Christoph Baumgartner (injury)<\/span><\/li>
            • Leopold Zingerle (injury)<\/span><\/li>
            • Maxime Estève (Injury)<\/span><\/li>
            • L. Zingerle (Hand Injury)<\/span><\/li>
            • Orjan Nyland (Minor foot injury)<\/span><\/li>
            • Eljif Elmas (Knock in training)<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n <\/div>\n

              Low confidence<\/p>\n<\/div>

              A 3-5-2 versus 4-3-3 matchup is the expected tactical picture here, though Eintracht Trier's shape carries a confidence caveat: their lineup is speculated from older sources, with contradictory injury reports still unresolved. Leipzig's setup, by contrast, is well-sourced and reliable heading into kickoff.<\/p>

              For the Bundesliga side, Nusa<\/strong> and Banzuzi<\/strong> offer width and directness against Trier's five-man midfield block, while the hosts will look to compact their defensive structure and exploit transitions through their two forwards. The gap in quality between these sides is significant, but cup football always invites surprises.<\/p>

              How to Watch Eintracht Trier vs RB Leipzig Match?<\/h2>

              What time is Eintracht Trier vs RB Leipzig?<\/h3>

              Eintracht Trier host RB Leipzig at the Moselstadion on Saturday, August 22, 2026, with kickoff set for 17:00.<\/p>

              Where is Eintracht Trier vs RB Leipzig being played?<\/h3>

              This DFB-Pokal first-round clash takes place at the Moselstadion<\/strong>, home ground of Eintracht Trier.<\/p>

              How Can I Watch Eintracht Trier vs RB Leipzig on TV and Live Stream?<\/h2>

              Check local listings for DFB-Pokal broadcast details, as coverage varies by region and provider.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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