RB Leipzig sold themselves dearly for a long time after the 7-0 humiliation at Manchester City just over eight months ago, but suffered another bitter defeat against the defending Champions League champions. Coach Marco Rose's side came from 2-0 down to lose 3-2 at the Etihad Stadium on Tuesday evening.
After a brace from 23-year-old Lois Openda in the 13th and 33rd minute, Manchester's super striker Erling Haaland (54th) scored the equalizer before Phil Foden (70th) equalized. Julian Alvarez scored the winning goal in the 87th minute. The battle for the group win has now been decided between the previously qualified teams: With 13 points, City can no longer be displaced from first place.
Leipzig wanted to avoid one thing above all else: Another disgrace like the one on March 14 at the same venue. "It's not about doing something special or different, it's about winning here," emphasized Rose shortly before kick-off on DAZN.
RB had to do without the support of their active fans, however. Because, according to the club, they were not allowed to take paraphernalia into the stadium, contrary to previous agreements, they did not go in either.
