Unimaginative against walls: Leipzig's unsolvable puzzle
When the opposition stonewalls, it gets really difficult for RB Leipzig. This was demonstrated once again against Union Berlin. A solution is not in sight.
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Rönnow's penalty saved secures Union Berlin a draw against Leipzig
Loïs Openda could become Leipzig's match-winner, but Union Berlin's Frederik Rönnow saves his penalty. The Dane's psychological tricks are clearly having an effect.
Joke about Dresden bridges: Union Berlin offends in tone
Union Berlin's defense is very solid in Leipzig. The club's social media team is happy about this - and takes the wrong tone with a joke about Dresden's bridges.
RB Leipzig and Union Berlin draw goalless despite dramatic final phase
With three wins, Leipzig would have equaled their own starting record. But the Saxons came up with too little against passive Berlin, not even scoring from penalties.
Short-term decision for Union coach Svensson
At least one coach's seat will remain vacant in the match between RB Leipzig and Union Berlin. Whether guest coach Svensson will take his seat in the trade fair city will be decided shortly before the start of the match.
Thüringer HC loses to Dortmund after a false start
The Thuringian handball players face a tough test in their home opener. They put up a good fight, but Borussia Dortmund proved to be too strong.
"Not that much of a douche": Selke understands image problem
Davie Selke has already played for several clubs in German professional soccer. The HSV attacker says that he can understand reservations against him. And he has an explanation for this.
Leipzig's Kampl critical: Were "not always at the maximum"
RB Leipzig started the season with two wins, a feat last achieved in 2019. Veteran Kevin Kampl explains what is different to last season.
Van Bommel advised Vermeeren to switch to Leipzig
Arthur Vermeeren is considered a child prodigy in Belgium. The 19-year-old failed to make the breakthrough at Atlético Madrid. Then he followed the advice of a former Bayern star.
Charles Callison new captain of Syntainics MBC
The basketball team from Weißenfels is starting the new Bundesliga season with a new captain. MBC coach Gailitis wants to establish a new hierarchy.
Rose expects more coach suspensions - criticism of Orban ruling
Marco Rose and Marcel Rapp will be suspended on matchday 3 of the Bundesliga. The Leipzig coach expects an accumulation of cases and also criticizes the suspension against his captain.
Acclimatization period for Union Berlin's new arrivals
Union Berlin has strengthened once again in recent weeks. But the newcomers first have to settle in.
Union coach Bo Svensson questionable for match in Leipzig
Leipzig coach Marco Rose will not be allowed to sit on the bench on Saturday due to suspension. His Berlin counterpart Svensson could be absent for other reasons.
DFB Federal Court confirms ban for RB Leipzig captain Orban
RB Leipzig will have to make do without defender Willi Orban for the Bundesliga match against Union Berlin. The DFB Federal Court rejected the RB captain's renewed appeal.
RB Leipzig's new signing Nusa impressed by Bundesliga intensity
The step into the Bundesliga has been intense for the young Norwegian Antonio Nusa. After his first appearances as a wild card, he says: "That was a good start.
Zwickau starts the season with a win against Blomberg
Thanks to a huge improvement in defense, the team from Saxony is able to turn the tide. Blomberg only managed to score six goals after the break.
Thüringer HC wins confidently against TSV Bayer 04 Leverkusen
Eight new players joined the Thuringian handball team in the summer. At the Bundesliga opener in Leverkusen, the THC's game initially grinds to a halt, but then the favorites turn on the heat.
SC DHfK Leipzig celebrates commanding opening victory
A well-coordinated team should bring the Leipzig handball team success in this Bundesliga season. The opening game against TVB Stuttgart was promising.
Xavi Simons scores decisive goal for the Netherlands against Bosnia-Herzegovina
Xavi Simons is undisputed at RB Leipzig, but he had to wait a long time for his first goal for the national team. But now things are going well for the playmaker.
SC Magdeburg wins against HSG Wetzlar in the German Handball League
Defending champions SC Magdeburg kick off the new Bundesliga season in front of their home crowd. After improving in the second half, the team from the Elbe city clearly won against HSG Wetzlar.
RB Leipzig appeals against Orban's suspension
RB Leipzig appeals to the next instance after the two-match ban for captain Willi Orban. The first appeal was rejected.
1st FC Nuremberg wins test match against Club Erzgebirge Aue
Nuremberg easily passes the test against third division leaders Aue. The Klose team wins 6:0.
RB Leipzig wins test match against ZFC Meuselwitz
RB Leipzig's B team initially has no problems against Meuselwitz. But the regional league team then put up a cheeky fight.
Perfectionist Schäfer wants the maximum at RB Leipzig
He does not use the word championship title. However, RB Leipzig's head of sport Schäfer wants to get the maximum out of the team at all levels.
Former Leipzig player Simakan signs with Al-Nassr
Mohamad Simakan's move to Saudi Arabia is complete. The former Leipzig player has signed for Ronaldo's club Al-Nassr.
RB Leipzig's Haidara cancels international trip with Mali
He knew neither the date nor the score. It is now clear: RB Leipzig's Amadou Haidara suffered a head injury in Leverkusen.
RB Leipzig coach Marco Rose faces culinary aftermath after yellow-red card
Leipzig coach Marco Rose is shown a yellow card in Leverkusen. It is not the first time he has been suspended. A special meal awaits the team as punishment.
RB Leipzig defeats Bayer Leverkusen in a thrilling duel
Unbeaten champions Leipzig show in Leverkusen that they are a team to be reckoned with this season. The coach should work on his self-control.
1. FC Magdeburg celebrates highest away win at Nuremberg
1. FC Magdeburg remain unbeaten and have recorded the highest away win in League Two. However, coach Titz is not entirely satisfied.
Xabi Alonso analyzes Bayer Leverkusen's first Bundesliga defeat
The series had to end once. Bayer Leverkusen now face an exhausting few weeks. At least the defensive boss will remain with the defending champions.
Red offender Rose back in the stands: "Yellow recovery"
Marco Rose actually wanted to improve and stop clashing with the referees so often. In Leverkusen, however, he was shown a yellow card in his second game of the season.
Bayer Leverkusen loses to RB Leipzig in top match
Bayer Leverkusen looked like certain winners for a long time, but then squandered a 2-0 lead and suffered their first defeat in 35 unbeaten Bundesliga matches.
1. FC Magdeburg secure a commanding 4:0 away win against 1. FC Nürnberg
Second-division side 1. FC Magdeburg head into the international break with an away win at 1. FC Nürnberg. Magdeburg controlled the game and this time scored the goals they needed.
RB Leipzig signs Geetruida
There is still movement at RB Leipzig on the last day of the transfer period. The Saxons bring in a Dutch international for the defense.
Hearing on red ban against RB captain Orban postponed
Willi Orban is shown a red card in the Bundesliga opener against Bochum. The RB Leipzig captain is banned for two matches - and takes legal action. The hearing has now been postponed.
Alonso looking forward to top match: "Like Champions League"
The first home game is against Leipzig, which is more than just a Bundesliga match for Leverkusen's coach.
RB Leipzig tests against Meuselwitz during the international break
RB Leipzig will play against a fourth division team next week. Fans are even allowed to attend.
Five facts about RB Leipzig's match in Leverkusen
Marco Rose and Xabi Alonso are currently the best Bundesliga coaches in terms of points. However, the direct duel goes to the champion coach.
RB Leipzig Champions League draw 2024: opponents and match schedule confirmed
It wasn't Barcelona, but there are a few other cracks in the draw. RB Leipzig will face Liverpool FC and Inter Milan, among others, in the new Champions League.
Liverpool, Juve, Inter: Tough lots for RB Leipzig
The new Champions League should be a spectacle, and the draw has already been one for RB Leipzig. The Saxons have been given eight unpleasant opponents.
Reports: Leipzig's Simakan about to move to Ronaldo club
Shortly before the end of the transfer period, RB Leipzig apparently lose Mohamed to Saudi Arabia. A Portuguese or a Dutchman is expected to replace him.
RB Leipzig captain Willi Orban appeals against red ban
Willi Orban is shown a red card in the Bundesliga opener against Bochum. The RB Leipzig captain is banned for two games - and takes legal action.
RB Leipzig coach Marco Rose ahead of top match against Leverkusen
Coach Rose sees Leverkusen as having even more quality and experience. He does not want to reveal his replacement in defense before the top match. He is at least holding out the prospect of a Nusa start.
Gulacsi for goalkeeper rotation at RB Leipzig
Who will be number 1? Or will there be two regular keepers? At RB Leipzig, coach Rose has announced that new signing Vandevoordt will be used. Top dog Gulacsi is even in favor of a rotation.
RB Leipzig without captain Orban suspended
Willi Orban is shown the red card in the Bundesliga opener against Bochum. Now the verdict against the RB Leipzig captain is in.
RB Leipzig without captain Orban: Suspension after red card
Willi Orban is shown the red card in the Bundesliga opener against Bochum. Now the verdict against the RB Leipzig captain is in.
Leipzig deal with Belgian Vermeeren about to be concluded
With the Belgian Vermeeren, RB Leipzig wants to react to the long-term absence of Schlager in defensive midfield. The midfielder is already in the Saxon metropolis.
RB Leipzig about to sign Arthur Vermeeren
RB Leipzig are looking for reinforcements in defensive midfield due to the absence of Xaver Schlager. The choice is said to have fallen on a Belgian talent.
RB Leipzig wins narrowly against VfL Bochum - Schröder promises improvement
The main thing is to win. RB Leipzig's win against Bochum is no reason to dream; things need to improve. A 19-year-old new signing can feel like a winner.
Nusa redeems Leipzig: Victory against Bochum while short-handed
RB Leipzig go into their first Bundesliga match against VfL Bochum as big favorites, but things don't go smoothly for a long time. Then a new signing from Norway is substituted.
RB Leipzig defeats VfL Bochum in an arduous opening match
RB Leipzig go into their first Bundesliga match against VfL Bochum as big favorites, but things don't go smoothly for a long time. Then a new signing from Norway is substituted.
RB Leipzig: Yussuf Poulsen - player, mentor and important factor
Yussuf Poulsen is no longer a regular at RB Leipzig, but the Dane still has a high status. He helps new arrivals to make leaps in performance.
Loss of Schlager: Leipzig seeks reinforcement in the center
In May, Leipzig midfield boss Xaver Schlager tore a cruciate ligament. The club could therefore become active on the transfer market once again.
Five facts about RB Leipzig's match against VfL Bochum
Bochum come to Leipzig for the Bundesliga opener. The favored Saxons have not managed a win against the underdogs, at least in their last duel.
RB Leipzig coach Marco Rose looks to Swiss soccer for Bundesliga preparation
A lot is new at VfL Bochum, so preparation was not easy for Leipzig coach Marco Rose. He therefore watched videos of a Swiss team.
Bochum soccer coach Peter Zeidler hopes for a defiant reaction after DFB Cup exit
The cup defeat in the first compulsory match of the season is dampening the mood at VfL Bochum. That's why new coach Peter Zeidler is trying to spread confidence ahead of the tough game in Leipzig.
Emotional momentum from RB Leipzig ahead of Bochum game
The last home game against Bochum was a nil-number. Now RB Leipzig is picking up some momentum in training with the fans ahead of the Bundesliga opener.
RB Leipzig's new hope Antonio Nusa wants to go his own way
After his dream debut in the cup, Nusa wants to go one better in the Bundesliga. The Olmo replacement dreams of a career like Haaland.
SC Magdeburg wins Wartburg Cup in Eisenach
Magdeburg, Eisenach, Gummersbach and Skanderborg-Aarhus compete in the Wartburg Cup preparation tournament in Eisenach. Magdeburg secures the tournament victory.
RB Leipzig secures 16-year-old talent Viggo Gebel for the long term
The 16-year-old is the discovery of Leipzig's pre-season preparations. Thanks to his performances, he can not only hope to make his Bundesliga debut, he will also remain at the club beyond 2026.
Coach Marco Rose gives clear instructions ahead of DFB Cup tie in Essen
Leipzig coach Marco Rose believes his team is well positioned for its first competitive match. Despite the expected resistance, he has one demand.
First RB training sessions for new signing Nusa
He was signed on Tuesday and trained with the team for the first time on Wednesday. Sports director Rouven Schröder has high hopes for him.
RB Leipzig presents new signing Antonio Nusa from Belgium
RB Leipzig have not wasted much time in strengthening their squad following the departure of Dani Olmo. The new man fits the bill perfectly.
Injury worries at RB Leipzig ahead of cup tie
RB coach Marco Rose is missing four players through injury. They will miss the start of the season in the cup and the Bundesliga.
US basketball player William Christmas joins the Niners Chemnitz
William Christmas is leaving the basketball Bundesliga club from Hamburg to go to Chemnitz. The Saxons have thus filled their last vacant position.
RB Leipzig manages draw in final test against PSG
The match against PSG revealed some of Leipzig's weaknesses. Some of RB's automatisms are still not working.
RB Leipzig faces tough test against Paris Saint-Germain
Leipzig have picked a well-known opponent for their last test match. It remains to be seen whether Xavi Simons will play against his regular club.
SC Magdeburg wins test match against TuS N-Lübbecke
German champions SC Magdeburg face TuS N-Lübbecke in the second test of their summer preparations. Without the Olympians around finalist Lukas Mertens, the second victory is on the cards.
Hansi Flick's dream player Dani Olmo moves to FC Barcelona
It has dragged on for weeks, but now the time has come. Spain's European champion is returning to where he was trained as a footballer and will be competing in the Primera División in future.
Immortalized on the body: Space's new EM tattoo
It was one of the moments of the European Championship: David Raum's cross to equalize in stoppage time against Switzerland. The Leipzig professional is now reminded of it when he looks in the mirror.
RB Leipzig without Bitshiabu and Ouédraogo for the time being
Shortly before the start of the new season, RB Leipzig are without two players.
David Raum talks about coming to terms with the quarter-final exit at the home European Championships
The aftermath of the lost match has kept the Leipzig international busy. But there was also something that rebuilt him.
Raum and his buddy Henrichs would regret Olmo's departure
He is also said to have passed the medical check at FC Barcelona. Leipzig teammates would be sorry to see European champion Dani Olmo leave.
RB finds new club for shopkeeper Moriba
The Spaniard has so far been an expensive misunderstanding for RB. Now he is going to Spain for the third time.
European soccer champion Dani Olmo about to move to FC Barcelona
There have been rumors for a long time, but now the deal is said to be done. According to media reports, the Catalans have increased their offer and have reached an agreement with European champion Dani Olmo.
RB Leipzig opens title chase - Relaxed at Olmo
Marcel Schäfer can celebrate the coup with Xavi Simons when he takes over as RB Leipzig's new head of sport. The fact that another top performer is being courted does not worry him.
Niners Chemnitz get American CJ Penha
After a successful pre-season, the Niners Chemnitz want to attack the top again this year. The club has found what it is looking for in Sweden for the vacant forward position.
RB Leipzig in negotiations with Dani Olmo
Marcel Schäfer takes up his position as Managing Director Sport in Leipzig in the middle of the transfer period. A first squad decision has already been made, a second could follow this week.
Xavi Simons returns to RB Leipzig: 'The perfect place for me'
Xavi Simons is looking forward to his second season at RB Leipzig. There will be a special reunion for the Dutch international on Saturday.
1. FC Heidenheim fined after butyric acid attack
In April, unknown persons distributed butyric acid in the visitors' block. The DFB sports court has now passed judgment and condemned 1. FC Heidenheim for unsportsmanlike conduct by its supporters.
RB Leipzig secures renewed loan of Xavi Simons
There is a lot of speculation surrounding Xavi Simons. The Dutchman remains in Saxony. RB outclasses Bayern and Manchester United.
RB Leipzig with a clear defeat at the end of the USA trip
After the win against Aston Villa, RB Leipzig have nothing to play for against Wolverhampton Wanderers in Miami. Coach Marco Rose trusts the youngsters.
New signing for Syntainics MBC: Michael Devoe completes squad
With its ninth new signing, the MBC has put together its new Bundesliga team. An American fills the shooting guard position.
Innovations in RB Leipzig's 2-0 win over Aston Villa
RB has won the first test of its overseas trip. A drone and bodycams were also used.
RB Leipzig: Benjamin Sesko remains loyal to his idol Zlatan Ibrahimovic
Benjamin Sesko remains at RB Leipzig despite interest from his idol Zlatan Ibrahimovic and explains his decision to extend his contract early.
Kevin Kampl misses RB Leipzig for son's school enrollment
Rutine midfielder Kevin Kampl will miss the second test match of RB Leipzig's US trip to celebrate his son Jordi's first day at school on Saturday. The family is also coming from their Slovenian homeland.
RB coach Rose: Xavi has apparently made up his mind
The transfer rumors surrounding Xavi Simons continue these days. RB Leipzig coach Marco Rose has now commented on the issue.
RB Leipzig bosses unsure about the future of Xavi Simons and Dani Olmo
The bosses at RB Leipzig cannot yet guarantee that Xavi Simons and Dani Olmo will stay. Interest from Paris St. Germain, FC Bayern, FC Barcelona and Manchester City.
Ahmet Arslan moves from 1 FC Magdeburg to Rot-Weiss Essen
Ahmet Arslan is leaving 1. FC Magdeburg and will play for Rot-Weiss Essen in the future.
RB Leipzig starts USA trip with 17 professionals and nine young players
RB Leipzig under coach Marco Rosse travels to the USA to promote the Bundesliga. European Championship and Olympic participants are missing.
RB Leipzig's Baumgartner takes a break after knee operation
After persistent complaints, RB midfielder Baumgartner has to undergo a minor operation and will therefore not be traveling with his team to America.
Syntainics MBC brings veteran Johnson to Weißenfels
Tyren Johnson has been playing in Europe for seven years. Now he is moving from France to the German Basketball League.
RB captain Orban: Squad consistency could be an advantage
Willi Orban has been back in RB training for three days. The fact that there are hardly any changes to the team makes him optimistic for the season.
RB Leipzig lets Hugo Novoa move to Spain
RB Leipzig have finally parted company with talented Hugo Novoa, who is joining Deportivo Alaves on a permanent basis.
Second division club Magdeburg signs striker Marusic
1. FC Magdeburg is strengthening its squad with a new center forward from North Macedonia's first division.
Hertha BSC: Injury to Fabian Reese causes emotional conflict with FC Energie
After Hertha BSC's 1:0 test win against NEC Nijmegen, coach Cristian Fiél talks about the preparation. Hertha's star player Fabian Reese talks about hate and hostility following his injury.
RB Leipzig: Dani Olmo stays - release clause not used
RB Leipzig striker Dani Olmo will remain a player at the club for the time being after his €60 million release clause was not used. Despite strong interest, a transfer remains likely.
After foul on Hertha's Reese: Cottbus demands objectivity
This foul has repercussions: The kick by Energie pro Kusic against Hertha's Reese not only results in an injury. The emotions caused a verbal exchange on the internet.
1. FC Magdeburg and VfL Bochum draw 1:1 in a test
Second division club 1. FC Magdeburg celebrates its season opener with a test match against VfL Bochum. The result is a respectable 1:1 draw.
RB coach Rose supports boy with cancer
On Friday afternoon, Leipzig coach Marco Rose and his team were in demand for the test match against Babelsberg. Before that, he had to travel a long way to help someone special.