Rot-Weiß Essen vs RB Leipzig: result and our prediction
Rot-Weiß Essen host RB Leipzig in the DFB Pokal (Round of 32) on Tuesday 27 October 2026. Rot-Weiß Essen are #513 in our world ranking and have won 2, drawn 1 and lost 2 of their last 5; RB Leipzig are #35 and have won 3 and lost 2 of their last 5. On paper that's a big gap - 478 places - in RB Leipzig's favour.
Our prediction
Our model makes RB Leipzig the favourites at 74%, with a draw at 16% and Rot-Weiß Essen at 10%.
Rating: 1084
Chance to win: 10%
Last 5: LWLWD
Rating: 1501
Chance to win: 74%
Last 5: WWLLW
Who will win Rot-Weiß Essen vs RB Leipzig?
Rot-Weiß Essen are #513 and RB Leipzig #35 in our world ranking of every senior club. Based on the two clubs' ratings and home advantage, the most likely result is RB Leipzig (74%). More from the 3. Liga.
Head to head
| Date | Match | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-27 | Rot-Weiß Essen v RB Leipzig | 1-2 |
| 2024-08-17 | Rot-Weiß Essen v RB Leipzig | 1-4 |
How this is worked out
Every senior result from every country feeds one Elo rating system, so every club in the world sits on the same scale. Before each match the two ratings, adjusted for home advantage, give the chances of a home win, a draw and an away win. See the full world ranking and every match today.