Some matchups look tidy on paper and turn out messy on the pitch. RB Leipzig and RC Lens both began the Champions League league phase with contrasting results, so this Matchday 5 clash could be a real six-pointer for the top-24 race.
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RB Leipzig vs RC Lens: Match Snapshot
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Competition | UEFA Champions League 2026/27, League Phase (Matchday 5) |
| Date | Tuesday, 24 November 2026 |
| Kick-off | 20:00 UTC / 21:00 CET / 01:30 AM IST (25 Nov) / 3:00 PM ET |
| Venue | Red Bull Arena, Leipzig, Germany |
The fixture is confirmed on Bundesliga.com’s fixture list and the official UEFA fixtures page.
Teams at a Glance
| RB Leipzig | RC Lens | |
|---|---|---|
| Coach | Martín Demichelis | Dino Toppmöller |
| Last season | Finished 3rd in the Bundesliga | Finished 2nd in Ligue 1 and won the Coupe de France |
| Matchday 1 | Lost 4-1 at Como | Won 3-2 at Slavia Praha |
| Strength | Home crowd and attacking depth | Strong home record last season and momentum |
Sofascore’s table currently has Leipzig 32nd and Lens 10th, but those positions will shift many times before November.
Lineups and Team News
Official lineups are not out yet. They usually arrive about an hour before kick-off, so watch the UEFA match centre and Sofascore. I haven’t found a verified injury list for either side, so I won’t guess names. Leipzig will want to find their attacking rhythm quickly, while Lens will look to hit them on the break.
Prediction
This is Leipzig’s chance to answer a rough start, and Red Bull Arena is a tough place to visit. Lens are dangerous, though, and they will not be overawed.
TechnoSports prediction: RB Leipzig 2-1 RC Lens. This is our opinion only. Results before November could change the picture.
How to Watch in India
| Where | Platform |
|---|---|
| TV | Sony Sports Ten channels |
| Streaming | SonyLIV app and website |
| USA | Paramount+ |
The 01:30 AM IST start makes this a late one, so set an alarm or catch the highlights afterwards.
- See how Lens play in Europe in our Lens vs Sporting CP preview.
- Read about Lens’s opening opponents in the Sabah FA vs Slavia Praha preview.
- New to the league phase? Our Champions League format explainer covers it.
FAQs
Q1. What time is RB Leipzig vs RC Lens in India?
Kick-off is 20:00 UTC on 24 November 2026, which is 01:30 AM IST on 25 November.
Q2. Where is the match being played?
It is at Red Bull Arena in Leipzig, Germany, as part of Matchday 5 of the Champions League league phase.
