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On this page, you can find the official and predicted lineups for the DFB Pokal match between Energie Cottbus and RB Leipzig. German football fans value precision, discipline, and tactical awareness — and that’s exactly what detailed team sheets can reveal before kick-off on 28.10.2025.
Confirmed and Predicted Lineups
Here you can follow every update about who starts, who’s on the bench, and what formations each manager might use. Whether the lineups are already confirmed (No) or still expected closer to 19:45, this section keeps you informed in real-time.
Energie Cottbus will look to capitalize on home advantage, while RB Leipzig aim to deliver a strong away performance. Knowing the starting XI for both sides in advance helps fans, analysts, and bettors assess how each club plans to approach this DFB Pokal clash.
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All these details are gathered here in one place to make it easier to track team changes and tactical adjustments ahead of kick-off.
Tactical Overview and Historical Results
In Germany, football is known for its high intensity and tactical precision. Both Energie Cottbus and RB Leipzig are expected to approach this match with structured formations and fast transitions. Reviewing the confirmed lineups gives an early indication of how the game might unfold — whether Energie Cottbus will press high or RB Leipzig rely on quick counterattacks.
Looking at their head-to-head history offers extra perspective. Since 2025, the two sides have faced off 1 times. Energie Cottbus have claimed 0 victories, RB Leipzig have won 1 matches, and 0 ended level.
The most dominant home victory was 1:4, while RB Leipzig’s most notable triumph came at 1:4.
Such numbers highlight how evenly matched these teams can be — an essential insight when analyzing current lineups.
Current Standings and Context
As of 18.12.2025, Energie Cottbus sit - in the DFB Pokal, with RB Leipzig positioned -. Their standings often influence tactical choices — teams chasing European qualification might opt for more attacking lineups, while lower-placed sides could focus on solid defense.
This page helps you see how those strategies manifest on the pitch through actual starting elevens.
Additional Match Insights
Beyond the confirmed lineups, this page also reflects key performance data from recent matches. Energie Cottbus’s latest home performances are summarized in the table below:
Date Event Score 14.12.2025 SV Wehen Wiesbaden vs Energie Cottbus 3 - 1 06.12.2025 Energie Cottbus vs MSV Duisburg 3 - 2 29.11.2025 Energie Cottbus vs Viktoria Koln 3 - 2
Meanwhile, RB Leipzig’s away form can be analyzed here:
Date Event Score 12.12.2025 Union Berlin vs RB Leipzig 3 - 1 06.12.2025 RB Leipzig vs Eintracht Frankfurt 6 - 0 02.12.2025 RB Leipzig vs Magdeburg 3 - 1
These tables provide a clear comparison of recent results, goal trends, and performance consistency for both teams before their upcoming showdown.
After the Final Whistle
Once the match concludes, the starting lineups reveal how each team executed their tactical plan. Reviewing who started, who substituted, and what formation was used helps understand how Energie Cottbus and RB Leipzig performed within the competitive framework of the DFB Pokal season.
Summary
This page provides the confirmed and predicted lineups for Energie Cottbus vs RB Leipzig in the DFB Pokal — along with head-to-head statistics, recent form data, and current league standings. Whether you’re following the Bundesliga or another German competition, here you’ll find all key details about team selection and tactical preparation before kick-off.
