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RB Leipzig and Hertha Berlin collide Wednesday in a thrilling Bundesliga contest, though the hosts should be treated as massive favorites to win and thus get strong fantasy appeal in this Dream11 matchup. Led by Timo Werner and Marcel Sabitzer, Leipzig defeated Mainz last weekend and pushed their undefeated streak in league play to eight games (W3, D5). Meanwhile, Hertha are coming off a huge 4-0 derby win over Union Berlin, but they have won just two of their last five league games. As if that wasn't enough, the visitors will miss several experienced players due to injury, such as Salomon Kalou, Santiago Ascacibar and Niklas Stark. Undoubtedly, the hosts appear to be clear favorites to run away with the three points Wednesday.
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RB Leipzig: W2, D3
Hertha Berlin: W2, D2, L1
Team News
RB Leipzig
OUT: Ibrahima Konate (leg), Ethan Ampadu (back), Yussuf Poulsen (ankle)
Doubful: Konrad Laimer (knee), Emil Forsberg (mouth)
Hertha Berlin
OUT: Santiago Ascacibar (foot), Salomon Kalou (suspension), Thomas Kraft (back), Karim Rekik (knee), Niklas Stark (groin), Marius Wolf (ankle)
Doubtful: None
Expected Lineups
RB Leipzig: Peter Gulacsi; Marcel Halstenberg, Lukas Klostermann, Nordi Mukiele, Dayot Upamecano, Angelino; Tyler Adams, Kevin Kampl; Christopher Nkunku; Patrik Schick, Timo Werner
Hertha Berlin: Rune Jarstein; Jordan Torunarigha, Maximilian Mittelstadt, Dedryck Boyata, Peter Pekarik, Marvin Plattenhardt; Vladimir Darida, Marko Grujic, Per Skjelbred; Vedad Ibisevic;
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RB Leipzig and Hertha Berlin collide Wednesday in a thrilling Bundesliga contest, though the hosts should be treated as massive favorites to win and thus get strong fantasy appeal in this Dream11 matchup. Led by Timo Werner and Marcel Sabitzer, Leipzig defeated Mainz last weekend and pushed their undefeated streak in league play to eight games (W3, D5). Meanwhile, Hertha are coming off a huge 4-0 derby win over Union Berlin, but they have won just two of their last five league games. As if that wasn't enough, the visitors will miss several experienced players due to injury, such as Salomon Kalou, Santiago Ascacibar and Niklas Stark. Undoubtedly, the hosts appear to be clear favorites to run away with the three points Wednesday.
Recent Form
RB Leipzig: W2, D3
Hertha Berlin: W2, D2, L1
Team News
RB Leipzig
OUT: Ibrahima Konate (leg), Ethan Ampadu (back), Yussuf Poulsen (ankle)
Doubful: Konrad Laimer (knee), Emil Forsberg (mouth)
Hertha Berlin
OUT: Santiago Ascacibar (foot), Salomon Kalou (suspension), Thomas Kraft (back), Karim Rekik (knee), Niklas Stark (groin), Marius Wolf (ankle)
Doubtful: None
Expected Lineups
RB Leipzig: Peter Gulacsi; Marcel Halstenberg, Lukas Klostermann, Nordi Mukiele, Dayot Upamecano, Angelino; Tyler Adams, Kevin Kampl; Christopher Nkunku; Patrik Schick, Timo Werner
Hertha Berlin: Rune Jarstein; Jordan Torunarigha, Maximilian Mittelstadt, Dedryck Boyata, Peter Pekarik, Marvin Plattenhardt; Vladimir Darida, Marko Grujic, Per Skjelbred; Vedad Ibisevic; Matheus Cunha
Top Picks
Timo Werner, Leipzig: Werner netted a hat trick last week against Mainz, his eighth game this season in all competitions with at least two goals. He is expected to lead Leipzig's attack once again, especially with Yussuf Poulsen out due to injury.
Marcel Sabitzer, Leipzig: The loss of Poulsen might create more chances for other attacking players in the Leipzig squad, and Sabitzer looks like a great bet to produce. He has three goals and one assist in his last three games, and could find himself in the lineup one more time considering Emil Forsberg is not back at 100 percent yet.
Lineup Strategies
Load up on Leipzig: The hosts are massive favorites and for good reason. They are coming off a huge win in their previous match, have had a better season, and they are facing a team that is dealing with a plethora of injuries. Thus, it would be wise to select as many Leipzig players as possible. They are likely to dominate the game from start to finish.
Matheus Cunha might be Hertha's lone reliable asset: The Brazilian forward will carry most of Hertha's attacking power, especially with the confirmed absence of Salomon Kalou. Knowing they might be under pressure, Cunha's explosiveness on the counter might pay off. For what is worth, the Brazilian forward has scored in each of his last four starts. Marvin Plattenhardt, Vedad Ibisevic and Vladimir Darida could also be intriguing alternatives.
Captain and Vice-Captain Options
Dream11 Team
GK: Peter Gulacsi
DF: Peter Pekarik
MF: Matheus Cunha
MF: Marcel Sabitzer (VC)
MF: Dani Olmo
FW: Timo Werner (C)
FW: Vedad Ibisevic
Disclaimer: The views expressed here are of the author and is not a reflection of the actual points you might earn.
