The eternal duel: RB Leipzig against Wolfsburg again
The duel has taken place six times in the DFB Cup so far. Now it will be the seventh meeting in the quarter-finals in February.
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Rose relieved: RB Leipzig flips the switch
RB Leipzig went into the cup round of 16 against Eintracht Frankfurt as underdogs. In the end, RB impressively prevailed - and demonstratively cheered with the counted-out Marco Rose.
Cheering with Rose: Leipzig sets an example in the crisis
RB Leipzig went into the cup round of 16 against Eintracht Frankfurt as underdogs. In the end, RB impressively prevailed - and demonstratively cheered with the counted-out Marco Rose.
Next injury: Lukeba misses RB for two months
RB Leipzig wants to get out of the crisis in the cup. The squad for the match against Eintracht Frankfurt is dwindling.
DFB Cup round of 16: RB Leipzig vs Eintracht Frankfurt live on ZDF
Leipzig's DFB Cup round of 16 tie against Eintracht Frankfurt will also be broadcast on free-to-air television.
RB Leipzig takes action against alleged anti-Semitic incident
After the cup match against St. Pauli, RB Leipzig received information about an anti-Semitic action. The club then investigated the person and requested a statement.
RB Leipzig faces Eintracht Frankfurt in the DFB Cup round of 16
The cup draw is a tough one. RB must face Eintracht Frankfurt. It is also a rematch of the cup final from 2023.
Dynamo Dresden miss out on top spot in the 3rd division
Dynamo Dresden miss out on the jump to the top of the table. Jonas Oehmichen saves at least one point in Ingolstadt.
Dynamo Dresden narrowly fails in DFB Cup against Darmstadt 98
The cup defeat against Darmstadt is bitter for Dynamo Dresden. Nevertheless, the team is gaining confidence for the championship.
Counter-attack goal in extra time: Darmstadt in the round of 16
For a long time, it looked as if no goals would be scored in Dresden. But it turned out to be a cup fight in which Darmstadt came out on top.
"Not an easy time": Reservist Poulsen as cup winner
Yussuf Poulsen has been playing for RB Leipzig for more than a decade. He has rarely played as little as he has this season. A brace in the cup should change that.
Dynamo Dresden fights for a place in the last sixteen of the DFB Cup
Bundesliga relegated SV Darmstadt 98 come to the Rudolf-Harbig-Stadion as favorites. However, the match against Fortuna Düsseldorf showed that anything is possible in a knockout game.
Leipzig's Mister Cup: Poulsen shoots St. Pauli out of the competition
The DFB Cup is his competition. RB Leipzig's Yussuf Poulsen showed that against FC St. Pauli. With two goals, the Dane played a big part in their progress.
Poulsen leads Leipzig into the DFB Cup round of 16
The DFB Cup is his competition. RB Leipzig's Yussuf Poulsen showed that against FC St. Pauli. With two goals, the Dane played a big part in their progress.
Collective challenge: Dynamo confident going into the cup match
Dynamo Dresden and Darmstadt 98 have met once before in the DFB Cup. Back then, as in previous matches, the Lilies usually came out on top.
Darmstadt faces tough cup match in Dresden
Darmstadt 98 await a heated cup clash at Dynamo Dresden. Coach Florian Kohfeldt is confident.
RB Leipzig aiming for the last 16 of the DFB Cup despite injury worries and rotation
Last year, RB Leipzig failed to reach the second round of the DFB Cup. This scenario should not be repeated.
Coach justifies St. Pauli's flight to Leipzig
FC St. Pauli are about to play their cup match against Bundesliga rivals RB Leipzig. The Kiez club will travel to the Saxons by plane. Coach Blessin defends the decision.
National player Giulia Gwinn reports on discrimination in youth soccer
She had to listen to a lot of jokes, says national player Gwinn about her time as a youth soccer player. The 25-year-old also talks about freedom of expression.
DFB "clearly on the side" of the Israeli community
The German Football Association awards the Julius Hirsch Prize in Munich. DFB President Bernd Neuendorf uses the stage to send a clear message.
National soccer player David Raum returns to RB Leipzig after successful surgery
A torn ligament in the RB Leipzig professional has to be treated surgically. He can now begin his rehabilitation.
Injury worries for Nagelsmann: Henrichs is also out
Ter Stegen, Füllkrug, Musiala, Havertz, Koch, Raum and now Henrichs: national coach Nagelsmann has to cope with another absence. A replacement will not be named for the time being.
Leipzig's Raum injured - RB without 16 in the international match week
RB Leipzig's training center is short-handed this week. The club has 15 players available. German international David Raum has to miss out through injury.
Next DFB absence: Leipzig's Raum will probably also have to miss out
Ahead of the next two Nations League games, national coach Julian Nagelsmann has received a number of cancellations. Leipzig's David Raum is now also likely to miss out. Robin Gosens is set to return to the team instead.
Goalkeeper Janis Blaswich once again in the DFB squad
RB Leipzig has several goalkeepers on duty with the national teams. Only the number one is canceling the international trips.
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 women surprisingly eliminated from the DFB Cup
There is also a rivalry between Union and RB Leipzig in the women's competition. In the cup, the Berlin second division team surprised the Saxons.
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.
Dynamo Dresden face SV Darmstadt 98 in the DFB Cup
The second round match in the DFB Cup will be a floodlit game in Dresden. The third-division team is hosting a second-division team and has been warned.
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.
Cottbus' Hajrulla banned for two cup games
The DFB sports court has suspended Romarjo Hajrulla for two cup matches following his red card against Werder Bremen. The striker will therefore miss the top match in the national cup.
Werder Bremen wins confidently against Energie Cottbus
Werder Bremen confidently advance to the second round of the DFB Cup. In Cottbus, a new signing becomes the acclaimed match-winner.
Topp with a treble: Bremen give Cottbus no chance
Werder Bremen confidently advance to the second round of the DFB Cup. In Cottbus, a new signing becomes the acclaimed match-winner.
No euphoria despite cup win: Dynamo focused on Aue
Dynamo Dresden defeats second division side Düsseldorf with a strong performance. But thoughts are already turning to the future.
Dresden knocks Düsseldorf out of the cup - Meißner and Daferner score
There is no discernible difference in class in the cup clash. The third division team put in a strong performance.
New signing Nusa ensures RB Leipzig's 4:1 win against Rot-Weiss Essen
First coach Rose relies on his old personnel, then the new youngsters are brought in and the Leipzig team's first competitive match win goes well.
RB Leipzig wins confidently against Rot-Weiss Essen in the DFB Cup
A wake-up call was necessary, after which RB Leipzig got going. RWE keeper Jakob Golz prevented an even heavier defeat.
RB Leipzig confidently reaches the next round of the DFB Cup
A wake-up call was necessary, after which RB Leipzig got going. RWE keeper Jakob Golz prevented an even heavier defeat.
Mönchengladbach still safe after falling behind in Aue
The match at Erzgebirge Aue was not a walk in the park for Borussia Mönchengladbach. The third division team put up fierce resistance.
Energie Cottbus need more courage against Werder
Energie Cottbus started the season with two defeats. The first coup in a long time should come in the cup against Bremen.
Dynamo Dresden looking forward to DFB Cup premiere against Fortuna Düsseldorf
Anything can happen in the cup. Dresden are only outsiders against Fortuna Düsseldorf. However, the Elbe city team believes in itself.
Erzgebirge Aue hopes for "small sensation" in "bonus game"
Aue and Mönchengladbach met 14 years ago in the first round of the DFB Cup. This time, the right result should be on the scoreboard.
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.
Success is not luck: Kontra K rocks the DFB team with a secret concert
For months, the song "Erfolg ist kein Glück" by Kontra K has been pumping up the German national team. Whether in the dressing room, on the bus or now in the stadiums - this track is everywhere. On Thursday, the Berlin star rapper got the boys in the right mood for the round of 16 against Denmark wi ..
Frankfurt to host Europa League final in 2027
The Europa League final will be held in Frankfurt in 2027. Leipzig also wins the bid for a European Cup final. Another German city, however, comes away empty-handed.
Frankfurt to host Europa League final in 2027
The Europa League final will be held in Frankfurt in 2027. Leipzig also wins the bid for a European Cup final. Another German city, however, comes away empty-handed.
Frankfurt to host Europa League final in 2027
The Europa League final will be held in Frankfurt in 2027. Leipzig also wins the bid for a European Cup final. Another German city, however, comes away empty-handed.
Europa League Final 2027 in Frankfurt am Main
The 2027 Europa League final will be held in Frankfurt am Main, while Leipzig will host the 2026 Conference League final.
Dynamo Dresden confidently secures DFB Cup qualification
Dynamo Dresden secures qualification for the DFB Cup with a convincing 4:0 win against MSV Duisburg
Youssoufa Moukoko in the U21s: In search of his goalscoring ability
Youssoufa Moukoko wants to continue to impress as a goalscorer in the U21 squad, despite a difficult season at Borussia Dortmund. National coach Di Salvo emphasizes the important role of the 19-year-old.
European Championship qualifier: Jonas Urbig in goal for Germany U21 against Kosovo
The German U21 will play the European Championship qualifier against Kosovo with Jonas Urbig from Fürth in goal. Coach Di Salvo distributes the goalkeeping duties.
Mixed feelings for Marco Rose about the DFB team's pink European Championship jersey
RB Leipzig coach Marco Rose has mixed feelings about the German national soccer team's pink European Championship jersey
Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann is delighted with Toni Kroos' return to the German national team
German coach Nagelsmann does not expect any resistance to Kroos' return to the national team. Kroos will fit perfectly into the team as a link player in midfield.
Leipzig bids for Conference League finals
In May, UEFA will decide on the final venues for the Europa Conference League. Leipzig is a candidate for 2026 and 2027.
Dynamo Dresden fined
Third division soccer team Dynamo Dresden was fined 21,500 euros by the DFB sports court.
Banner: Dresden rejects accusation of discrimination
The DFB is investigating Dynamo Dresden for a banner displayed at the match in Ingolstadt. The club is now taking a stand and defending itself against the accusations.
Red Bull managing director defends Nagelsmann and Werner
Red Bull managing director Oliver Mintzlaff defends national team coach Julian Nagelsmann and striker Timo Werner against the current criticism.
1. FC Magdeburg definitely without Schuler in the cup
Second-division soccer club 1. FC Magdeburg will be without Luca Schuler for Tuesday's DFB Cup round of 16 tie against Fortuna Düsseldorf (18:00/Sky). The striker is definitely out after being substituted due to injury in the home game against 1. FC Kaiserslautern last Saturday (4:1). An MRI examina ..
Rose praises German concept for young talent
The work of young talent in German soccer is sometimes heavily criticized. For Leipzig coach Marco Rose, the success of the U17s proves something completely different.
Fine for Lok Leipzig after riots
Regional league soccer club 1. FC Lok Leipzig will pay dearly for the misconduct of its fans in the first round DFB Cup match against Eintracht Frankfurt (0:7). On Tuesday, the DFB sports court sentenced the Saxons to a fine of 25,000 euros. The court punished the burning and throwing of pyrotechnic ..
Fine for Lok Leipzig after riots
Regional league soccer club 1. FC Lok Leipzig will pay dearly for the misconduct of its fans in the first round DFB Cup match against Eintracht Frankfurt (0:7). On Tuesday, the DFB sports court sentenced the Saxons to a fine of 25,000 euros. The court punished the burning and throwing of pyrotechnic ..
Hallescher FC player banned for three league matches
Enrique Lofolomo of Hallescher FC was suspended for three league matches by the DFB.
Leipzig's Baumgartner: Showing what skiers can do
Leipzig's Austrian Baumgartner also enjoys the duel against their big soccer neighbors Germany. He makes a light-hearted skier's comment about the European Championship in his adopted country.
Nagelsmann must rebuild squad for international matches
Julian Nagelsmann had to make a personnel change just a few hours after his nomination for the final international match of the year. David Raum of RB Leipzig replaces Robin Gosens of Union Berlin, who is absent due to the birth of his second child.
Hertha against HSV on December 6, FCM one day earlier
Hertha BSC will host league rivals Hamburger SV in the round of 16 of the DFB Cup on December 6. The clash between the second-division soccer clubs will kick off at 8.45pm (Sky) on Wednesday at the Olympiastadion in Berlin, as announced by the German Football Association on Wednesday. One day earlie ..
DFB Cup: 1 FC Magdeburg face Fortuna Düsseldorf in the round of 16
In the round of 16 of the DFB Cup, 1. FC Magdeburg will play Fortuna Düsseldorf at home. Both teams have an even record in their previous encounters.
RB Leipzig face difficult task against FSV Mainz 05
After being knocked out of the DFB Cup, RB Leipzig must prove themselves against the great unknown FSV Mainz 05
The abrupt end of the brilliant cup journey
Leipzig coach Marco Rose shows great frustration at being eliminated from the DFB Cup. Leipzig had won the cup in the last two years.
RB Leipzig eliminated from DFB Cup against VfL Wolfsburg
Defending champion RB Leipzig has already been eliminated in the second round of the DFB Cup. The Cup winner of the last two years lost 0:1 against VfL Wolfsburg.
"Makes an effort": Rose praises DFB in VAR debate
Marco Rose is not necessarily a fan of video evidence. However, the Leipzig coach praises the DFB and does not see the referees as resistant to advice.
"Clever dog": RB coach Rose warns of wind
Ahead of the second-round DFB Cup match in Wolfsburg, RB Leipzig coach Marco Rose has warned against VfL striker Jonas Wind. He said the Dane is a very good footballer despite his size and has a nose for spaces. "He's a clever dog," Rose said ahead of today's match (6 p.m./Sky). Danish international ..
Leipzig coach Rose: Olmo out until end of year
It is still open whether Dani Olmo will undergo surgery on his injured shoulder. According to coach Rose, RB Leipzig will still have to do without the playmaker until Christmas.
Rose sees cup match in Wolfsburg as "final game
For Marco Rose, the second round match in the DFB Cup this Tuesday (18:00/Sky) at VfL Wolfsburg has endgame character. "A hard piece of work, another intense game. And it's Cup, if we want to defend the Cup, that's what we intend to do, then we have to win. Accordingly, it is a final," said the coac ..
Angry reaction of Halle FC to the rescheduling of the match against SC Freiburg II
The Halleschen FC officials are upset about the rescheduling of the game against SC Freiburg II and express incomprehension about the DFB's decision.
Timo Werner not nominated for international matches
Timo Werner will not return to the national soccer team for the time being, even under his former coach Julian Nagelsmann. The striker was not nominated by the new national coach for the international matches in the USA on Friday.
Julius Hirsch Prize: Three associations honored
The DFB awards the Julius Hirsch Prize to a club in Chemnitz that is committed to combating right-wing extremism. A club from Frankfurt and Maccabi Germany are among the winners.
DFB Cup: RB Leipzig to play Wolfsburg again
Cup defending champion RB Leipzig will once again face VfL Wolfsburg in the second round of the DFB Cup. This was the result of the draw on Sunday evening in Dortmund. World champion Shkodran Mustafi drew the lot for Leipzig. On October 31 or November 1, the Saxons will have to face the VfL. It is a ..
Leipzig coach on Gulacsi comeback: First good step
After almost a year, Leipzig's goalkeeper Gulacsi is back between the posts for the first time in the nail-biting win in Wiesbaden. Afterwards, he receives praise from the coach.
Without striker Timo Werner: RB Leipzig starts title defense in DFB Cup
Striker Timo Werner will miss RB Leipzig's first-round DFB Cup match against SV Wehen Wiesbaden due to back problems. Goalkeeper Peter Gulacsi makes his comeback after an injury layoff.
Leipzig starts cup at outsider Wiesbaden
RB Leipzig coach Marco Rose has warned outsiders SV Wehen Wiesbaden ahead of their DFB Cup opener. "They defend very massively, mostly with five players at the back. We can't lose our nerves when it's still 0-0 after 30 minutes," said the 47-year-old. Defending champion Leipzig must play the second- ..
SV Wehen Wiesbaden - RB Leipzig
Wednesday: SV Wehen Wiesbaden plays against RB Leipzig.
Gulacsi comeback and Werner's back: Leipzig rotates
Peter Gulacsi has had to wait almost a year for this moment. On Wednesday, the ex-captain will be back in goal for RB Leipzig. However, the prospects for a regular place are modest.
DFB Cup: Gulacsi returns in Leipzig goal
Like Bayern coach Thomas Tuchel, Leipzig's Marco Rose is also rotating at the goalkeeper position in the cup. This will mark the comeback of the ex-captain.
Bayern and Leipzig catch-up games also on free TV
The last two first-round DFB Cup games featuring champions Bayern Munich and Cup defending champions RB Leipzig will also be broadcast by ZDF and ARD. The Bavarians take on third-division promoted Preußen Münster on Tuesday (8:45 p.m.). The match can be seen on Zweites and on pay-TV channel Sky. On ..
Coach Rose: Nagelsmann has "long since proven" quality
Marco Rose has a lot of confidence in national coach Julian Nagelsmann. The Leipzig coach promises full support.
RB Leipzig faces tough task in round of 16 of DFB Cup
RB Leipzig must face TSG 1899 Hoffenheim
Rummenigge and Mintzlaff resign from task force
Accompanied by clear criticism of the German Football Association, Karl-Heinz Rummenigge and Oliver Mintzlaff have resigned from the DFB's task force with immediate effect. This communicated the two supervisory board chairmen of FC Bayern Munich and of RB Leipzig on Sunday in written form over a spo ..
RB Leipzig's women win cup in Gütersloh
RB Leipzig's women's soccer team mastered their away task against FSV Gütersloh in the second round of the DFB Cup brilliantly. Saban Uzun's team won 7-0 (2-0) at the second division leaders on Saturday. Vanessa Fudalla (20th minute) gave Leipzig the lead before Frederike Kempe (22nd) increased it. ..
Leipzig's sports director: "Get DFB and DFL on track".
Max Eberl misses the idea of performance among many in German soccer. "We have too few who want something, both among the managers and the players," RB Leipzig's sports director told Bild on Sunday ahead of the Bundesliga away game at Union Berlin. He added that too much politics plays a role. "We h ..
Werner not nominated by Flick for DFB team
RB Leipzig striker Timo Werner has not been nominated by national coach Hansi Flick for the international matches against Japan on September 9 in Wolfsburg and three days later against World Cup runners-up France in Dortmund. "It's nothing final," Flick expressed Thursday when announcing the lineup. ..
Over 8000 fans welcome cup winners RB Leipzig
More than 8000 fans welcomed home RB Leipzig's cup winners. The team presented the DFB Cup after the 2-0 against Eintracht Frankfurt on Sunday at the New City Hall of the fair city. Beforehand, Willi Orban, Peter Gulacsi, coach Marco Rose, sports director Max Eberl and club boss Johann Plenge signed ..