RB Leipzig defeats Bayer Leverkusen in a thrilling duel

"Incredible potential"

Leverkusen were above all exceptional at missing chances and the new Leipzig defense without captain Willi Orban, who was suspended for red, became more confident and better with every minute. In the end, the win was actually worth more than three points: Starting a top match without their defensive leader, going 2-0 down against an overpowering opponent, losing coach Marco Rose to a yellow card after half an hour - and still coming out on top in the end.

The team can draw on this for the next few weeks. And unlike in previous seasons, they are in an excellent position after two matchdays with six points and are not chasing their own ambitions. "That simply gives us a good feeling, especially for the many new and young players. It's also a sign: We have to believe in ourselves, because we have incredible potential," said Schröder.

Rose vows improvement

Not just potential, but already a certain maturity. That was particularly evident in the final phase, which was defended away in a largely calm manner. This level-headedness is something that coach Rose would also like to see. The 47-year-old had already been shown a yellow card after complaining about a harmless foul on Openda, but simply did not stop grumbling. Now Rose will have to watch from the stands for the next match against Union Berlin (September 14).

"Some may say that Rose is unteachable. But I also say that I didn't hit anyone or anything," Rose said on ZDF. Nevertheless, he saw the decision as the right one: "That's clearly on me." The coach vowed to do better - and not for the first time. Last season, Rose had already had to sit out Heidenheim after receiving four yellow cards. He will have to be measured by his words.

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