Empty stadiums, distant celebrations, masked substitutes, and the sound of the ball piercing the net, that’s how European football marked its return when Bundesliga continued their campaign after a break of almost two months because of the coronavirus outbreak globally.
Global footballing action had gone into a standstill after the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic. Bundesliga became the ice-breaker as it resumed its campaign from Saturday. Although the fans weren’t behind their teams as the campaign resumed, the players ensured that they were all set and ready for the task they had been waiting for days.
Now, as we move ahead in the competition, Matchday 27 will witness some of the fiercest on-field battles taking place, one of which will be panned out between Mainz FC and RB Leipzig.
Bundesliga Matchday 27: Mainz Will Look To Rise Above The Relegation Battle
FC Mainz have had a devastating season so far. Currently, they are on the 15th spot in the Bundesliga points table 8 wins, 3 draws, and 15 losses in the 26 games they have played this season so far. Their return to Bundesliga was decent as they played a 2-2 draw against FC Koln.
Their recent form has not been satisfying enough as they have salvaged 3 draws and one only a single game in their last five matches. When they take on the field against RB Leipzig on Sunday, their prime aim will be to rise above the relegation zone as the season comes to a close.
Bundesliga Matchday 27: RB Leipzig Have A Chance To Grab The Number 3 Spot
Saturday’s games in the German league saw a lot of happening in the points table as well. Bayer Leverkusen earned a win over Borussia Monchengladbach which saw them grab the 3rd spot and pushed RB Leipzig to the fifth spot. RB Leipzig currently have 51 points. If they win the game against Mainz, they will go to the 3rd spot with 54 points, a point above Bayer Leverkusen.
Their comeback into the league wasn’t convincing enough as they were held to a 1-1 draw by SC Freiburg at home. This led them to slip from 3rd to the 4th spot in the table. Now with the last few games of the season, RB Leipzig will do all it takes to remain in the top four and ensure a UEFA Champions League qualification for the next season.
Bundesliga Matchday 27: Mainz vs RB Leipzig Fantasy Tips
For Mainz, Ridle Baku was the top performer in their last clash against FC Koln and can be the captain of your fantasy eleven. Apart from him, Pierre Kunde and Florian Muller also had exceptional ratings in the last game and can be the captain/vice-captain of your fantasy eleven.
For RB Leipzig, their man in form, Timo Werner, can be the captain of your fantasy eleven. Apart from him, Konrad Laimer and Christopher Nkunku also had superb ratings against Freiburg and can be the captain/vice-captain of your fantasy eleven.
Bundesliga Matchday 27: Mainz vs RB Leipzig Predicted XI
Mainz Predicted XI: Florian Muller, Ridle Baku, Jerry Juste, Moussa Niakhate, Aaron Martin, Edimilson Fernandes, Pierre Kunde, Karim Onisiwo, Jean-Paul Boetius, Robin Quaison, and Jin-Dong won.
RB Leipzig Predicted XI: Peter Gulacsi, Nordi Mukiele, Marcel Halstenberg, Likas Klostermann, Konrad Laimer, Tyler Adams, Kevin Kampl, Christopher Nkunku, Angelino, Yussuf Poulsen, and Timo Werner.
Bundesliga Matchday 27: Mainz vs RB Leipzig Live Streaming Details
The remainder of Bundesliga matches will be played behind closed doors due to the coronavirus pandemic. After a break of two months, Star Sports will telecast live action of the Bundesliga on Star Sports Select 1/HD & Star Sports Select 2/HD from May 16 onwards.
How to watch Bundesliga in India online? Fans can also tune in to Disney+Hotstar to watch the live matches online, either on their official website or the app.