Schalke vs RB Leipzig Lineups, Prediction, Betting Picks & Odds
Schalke vs RB Leipzig lineups, prediction, odds and Same Game Parlay picks. See probable starters and standout odds before this Bundesliga game kicks off.
Cody Moore - October 31, 2026, 6:38 AM EDT
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Competition | German Bundesliga |
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Game Date | Saturday, October 31, 2026 |
Game Time | 10:30 AM ET / 7:30 AM PT |
Venue (City, Stadium) | VELTINS-Arena |
Schalke host RB Leipzig in the German Bundesliga on Saturday at the VELTINS-Arena, and the Schalke vs RB Leipzig betting odds make the visitors the favorite at -110 (Polymarket).
Newly promoted Schalke sit 16th in the standings, and Miron Muslic's side have built their season on defensive structure rather than goals.
RB Leipzig bring the opposite profile, with 20 league goals ranking second only to Bayern Munich. Martín Demichelis is still chasing the club's first away league points this season, though.
RB Leipzig have won their last 5 games against Schalke in all competitions, so the hosts need something new to change the story.
Schalke vs RB Leipzig Recent Results
Schalke arrive on a five-game winless streak. A scoreless tie with FC Köln was followed by a shock DFB-Pokal exit to Dynamo Dresden, and the attack is the problem: five of their last seven Bundesliga games have ended without a Schalke goal. Kenan Karaman projects to lead the line, but he needs far better service.
RB Leipzig have steadied after back-to-back heavy defeats, beating Elversberg and then edging Rot-Weiss Essen 2-1 in the DFB-Pokal. They now chase a third straight win in all competitions. Tidiam Gomis is the attacker in form behind the striker, and Leipzig's short-passing game should have plenty of the ball against a side happy to sit in its own half.
Schalke vs RB Leipzig Lineups & Team News
Injuries & Suspensions
Schalke: Max Wöber (Injured/out), Moussa Sylla (Injured/out), Adrian Gantenbein (Injured/out), Janik Bachmann (Injured/doubtful), Soufiane El-Faouzi (Injured/doubtful), Robin Gosens (Injured/doubtful)
RB Leipzig: Assan Ouédraogo (Injured/out), Marc Guiu (Injured/out), Maxime Estève (Injured/doubtful), Christopher Nkunku (Injured/doubtful)
Schalke
The biggest question for the Schalke vs RB Leipzig lineups is up front, where Kenan Karaman and Junior Adamu could both step into the attack. Soufiane El-Faouzi is recovering from a broken nose and will be a late call, and Schalke will also make late decisions on Robin Gosens and Janik Bachmann. Max Wöber, Moussa Sylla and Adrian Gantenbein are out injured.
RB Leipzig
Nicolas Seiwald was sent off in the DFB-Pokal in midweek but is available for selection on Saturday. RB Leipzig are sweating over the fitness of Maxime Estève and Christopher Nkunku, while Assan Ouédraogo and Marc Guiu are injured.
Schalke vs RB Leipzig Predicted Lineup
Schalke
Formation: 3-4-2-1 (probable)
Predicted Starting Lineup: Probable XI: Loris Karius; Timo Becker, Nikola Katic, Hasan Kuruçay; Robin Gosens, Satoshi Tanaka, Luca Vozar, Junior Dina Ebimbe; Adil Aouchiche, Junior Adamu; Kenan Karaman
RB Leipzig
Formation: 4-2-3-1 (probable)
Predicted Starting Lineup: Probable XI: Maarten Vandevoordt; Ridle Baku, Willi Orbán, Castello Lukeba, David Raum; Neil El Aynaoui, Ezechiel Banzuzi; Brajan Gruda, Tidiam Gomis, Antonio Nusa; Rômulo
Schalke vs RB Leipzig Key Stats & Game Facts
- RB Leipzig have had 7+ shots on target in 5 out of 5 Bundesliga games against Schalke 04.
- There have been 29+ shots taken in 6 of RB Leipzig's last 7 Bundesliga games.
- Christopher Nkunku has assisted in 5 of his last 5 Bundesliga appearances against Schalke 04.
- Junior Dina Ebimbe has made 3+ tackles in 5 of his last 5 Bundesliga appearances.
- RB Leipzig have scored 4+ goals in 3 of their last 5 Bundesliga games.
Schalke vs RB Leipzig Prediction & Best Picks
Our Prediction
Our Schalke vs RB Leipzig prediction is an RB Leipzig win, and -110 (Polymarket) on the moneyline is a fair price for the better team. Leipzig finish well and create looks through individual skill, while Schalke struggle to keep the ball and to convert what little they get. The projected total sits around three goals, with Leipzig doing most of the damage and Schalke getting enough of a sniff to keep this from turning into a rout.
Best Picks
Total Goals Over/Under: Under 3.5 goals. The model projects about three goals in total, which fits a result inside that line. The first of our Schalke vs RB Leipzig best picks comes from Total Goals Over/Under. The AI probability on the Under sits at 64.76%, above the bookmaker's implied probability, and a Schalke attack this blunt caps how wild the afternoon can get.
Both Teams To Score: Yes. The model rates both sides as likely to score, with Leipzig's attack expected to find the net and Schalke likely to get one back. This one sits in Both Teams To Score, and the projection puts Yes at 58.34%. Leipzig's attack carries the load, but the hosts only need one moment to land this, and the pick sits comfortably alongside the Under.
Schalke vs RB Leipzig Same Game Parlay
Our Schalke vs RB Leipzig Same Game Parlay picks lean on the Leipzig attack, combining their team goals total, a Christopher Nkunku shots prop and Tidiam Gomis to score.
RB Leipzig Over 2.5 in the Total Away Goals market. Leipzig have scored 3+ goals in 5 out of 5 Bundesliga games against Schalke 04, and this back line has to stop them first.
Christopher Nkunku Over 3.5 in the Player Shots market. He has attempted 4+ shots in three of his past five Bundesliga appearances, but he is doubtful, so check the team sheet before kickoff.
Tidiam Gomis in the Anytime Goalscorer market. He has found the net in two of his past three Bundesliga appearances and projects to start in the hole behind Rômulo.
There is no fourth leg in this Same Game Parlay, so it runs with the three selections above.
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Same Game Parlay odds correct at time of publishing.
Schalke vs RB Leipzig Talking Points
Schalke's whole plan rests on structure. Miron Muslic wants his side compact, organized and aggressive, and the back line has earned that trust by conceding just seven league goals all season. Demichelis has noticed, calling for brave possession to fix Leipzig's away struggles against a team that plays long balls and leans on the offside trap. The flip side is that Schalke failed to score in their first three home league games, so the first goal could decide the shape of this one.
Schalke vs RB Leipzig Predictions FAQs
When is the Schalke vs RB Leipzig German Bundesliga game?
The game is on Saturday, October 31, 2026, with kickoff at 10:30 AM ET / 7:30 AM PT.
Where is Schalke vs RB Leipzig being played?
The game is being played at VELTINS-Arena.
Who is in Schalke's probable starting lineup?
Schalke's probable formation is 3-4-2-1, with Loris Karius in goal, Timo Becker, Nikola Katic and Hasan Kuruçay in defense, and Kenan Karaman leading the attack.
Which RB Leipzig players are injured or doubtful?
Assan Ouédraogo and Marc Guiu are injured, while Maxime Estève and Christopher Nkunku are doubtful for RB Leipzig.
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