Köln vs RB Leipzig: match statistics
RB Leipzig holds a clear advantage in this encounter, ranking 5th in the table compared to Köln's 10th place. The visitors show better away efficiency with 40% wins and an impressive 50% clean sheets, while Köln in home matches concedes an average of 1.5 goals per game and has only 10% clean sheets. The xG statistics are comparable (Köln 1.6 vs Leipzig 1.59), however, Leipzig controls the game better with 53% possession. The form of both teams in the last five matches is identical (1.4 PPG), but Leipzig's defensive solidity away from home and a positive goal difference (+1) in away matches compared to Köln's modest +3 at home speak in favor of the visitors. Köln loses 40% of their home matches, which, when faced with Leipzig's quality, makes the visitors' victory the most likely scenario.
Köln vs RB Leipzig: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Köln played against RB Leipzig in Bundesliga (Germany). The game was played on February 8, 2026. Final score: 1:2.
Recent form
Köln has 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses over its last five games, averaging 1.40 points per game. RB Leipzig has 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses, with 1.40 points per game.
Scoring records
Köln scores 1.45 goals per game and allows 1.60. RB Leipzig scores 1.90 and allows 1.35. Games in this league average 3.16 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 70% of Köln's games and 50% of RB Leipzig's. The Over 2.5 rates are 55% and 60%, compared with league averages of 59% for BTTS and 62% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
RB Leipzig has the higher season xG average, 1.75 to 1.49 per game. Köln takes 13.6 shots per game, while RB Leipzig takes 16.1.
First-half and second-half trends
Köln leads at halftime in 20% of its games and scores 0.90 goals per game after halftime. RB Leipzig leads at halftime in 40% and scores 1.00 after halftime.
When the teams score
Köln's most productive scoring window is minutes 76-90+ (12 goals). For RB Leipzig, it is minutes 31-45+ (9 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Bundesliga games average 3.16 goals. Both teams score in 59% of games, and 62% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 0 home wins, 0 draws and 1 away win. Those games averaged 4.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 100% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
RB Leipzig holds a clear advantage in this encounter, ranking 5th in the table compared to Köln's 10th place. The visitors show better away efficiency with 40% wins and an impressive 50% clean sheets, while Köln in home matches concedes an average of 1.5 goals per game and has only 10% clean sheets. The xG statistics are comparable (Köln 1.6 vs Leipzig 1.59), however, Leipzig controls the game better with 53% possession. The form of both teams in the last five matches is identical (1.4 PPG), but Leipzig's defensive solidity away from home and a positive goal difference (+1) in away matches compared to Köln's modest +3 at home speak in favor of the visitors. Köln loses 40% of their home matches, which, when faced with Leipzig's quality, makes the visitors' victory the most likely scenario.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Köln | RB Leipzig | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 34% | 36% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.32 | 0.33 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
RB Leipzig is 31% better for: goals scored per game.
1.45 goals / game - Köln · 1.9 goals / game - RB Leipzig
RB Leipzig is 19% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.6 goals / game - Köln · 1.35 goals / game - RB Leipzig
Köln scores in 85% of games (17 of 20 meczów), while RB Leipzig keeps a clean sheet in 45% (9 of 20 meczów).
RB Leipzig scores in 90% of games (18 of 20 meczów), while Köln keeps a clean sheet in 15% (3 of 20 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Köln
Over / Under - RB Leipzig
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
RB Leipzig is 57% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.05 pts / game - Köln · 1.65 pts / game - RB Leipzig
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Köln - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 20% of games and wins 30%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
RB Leipzig - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 40% of games and wins 55%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.3 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.80 | 1.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.8 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.2 | 0.4 |
| Average goals per game | 2.0 | 1.0 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 60% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 40% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 20% | 80% |
| No goal | 20% | 60% |
| Goal difference | -2 | +1 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.40 | 1.40 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 1.2 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.2 | 1.4 |
| Average goals per game | 0.6 | 2.6 |
| 1 goal | 40% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 80% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 40% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 40% |
| No goal | 60% | 40% |
| Goal difference | +1 | -1 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (12 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (8). Late-goal balance (76-90): +5 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (9 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (8). Late-goal balance (76-90): -5 - late phases are a weakness.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Köln
RB Leipzig
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Bundesliga).
Teams vs league
| Köln | Liga | RB Leipzig | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 3.05 | 3.16 | • 3.25 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 70% | 59% | ▼ 50% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 55% | 62% | ▼ 60% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 15% | 23% | ▲ 45% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 70% | 77% | ▼ 65% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 80% | 82% | ▼ 75% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
Head-to-head
Record from Köln's perspective: 0 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss against RB Leipzig. Games average 4.00 goals, and both teams scored in 100% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Köln vs RB Leipzig?
The Bundesliga match finished Köln 1:2 RB Leipzig. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Köln vs RB Leipzig?
Köln score 1.45 goals per game on average and RB Leipzig 1.90. The Bundesliga average is 3.16 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 62% of games. Both teams score in 70% of Köln's matches and 50% of RB Leipzig's.
What form are Köln and RB Leipzig in?
Over the last 5 games Köln have a 2-1-2 record (1.40 points per game) and RB Leipzig 2-1-2 (1.40 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Köln vs RB Leipzig?
Here you can check the pre-match numbers for Köln vs RB Leipzig: form, H2H, goals and Over/Under. The pick itself, value and reasoning are published in the NoFluffPicks app.