Five facts ahead of RB Leipzig's match against Leverkusen
RB Leipzig are not exactly brimming with self-confidence at the moment. Nevertheless, there is reason for hope ahead of the top match against champions Leverkusen.
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Official application: Leipzig wants to host the 2029 European Championships
The European Women's Football Championship is to be held in Germany in 2029. Leipzig wants to play a role in this.
"Dirtbag soccer": Raum wants to crack Bayer like Atlético
The victory against Lisbon strengthens the struggling Leipzig team. Against Leverkusen, they will now take on a team with a tricky reputation.
At the seventh attempt: RB Leipzig clinches victory in the premier class
Long since eliminated, but no longer without points. The win against Sporting Lisbon will ease the criticism of the coach somewhat, but the real acid test is yet to come.
Top striker Gyökeres: Leipzig rejected Sporting star
He used to play for St. Pauli, now he is in high demand all over Europe. Viktor Gyökeres is the star of Sporting Lisbon - RB Leipzig once decided not to sign him.
"Nothing to give away": RB Leipzig fights the next crisis
In sporting terms, there is nothing left at stake for RB Leipzig in the Champions League. Nevertheless, the match against Sporting Lisbon is of immense importance.
Dresden Archive of the Avant-Garde is "Museum of the Year"
Years ago, a patron donated an important art archive to Saxony. The Free State turns a historic building into a modern temple of art - the museum of a new kind wins over critics.
Lion Amaru moves from Leipzig Zoo to Spain
Visitors to Leipzig Zoo will no longer be able to see Amaru the lion. He is heading south. This is just the beginning of big changes for the lion savannah in Leipzig.
Leipzig's Grassi Museum to glow in the dark in future
Until now, Leipzig's Grassi Museum has been a dark block in the dark. An artistic light installation is set to change that.
Kretschmer in favor of "clear separation" for cannabis
Smoking pot could soon be banned again - at least if the EU has its way. But what does this mean for patients who need medicinal cannabis? Kretschmer calls for a clear separation.
More Leipzig residents want to be election workers than ever before
5,300 election workers are needed in Leipzig for the Bundestag elections. Based on the number of volunteers registered, this should be easily achievable.
Managing director Schäfer: Rose to be RB coach for many years
Leipzig botches the start to the new year. There is no discussion about a coach. Marco Rose is to keep the reins in his home city for as long as possible.
Six German riders in the jump-off, but no home World Cup victory
The guests dominate the horse show in Leipzig. At the climax, the local heroes have to congratulate a Dutchman.
Less time for postal voters for the Bundestag election
The Bundestag election falls during the Saxon vacations. The deadlines are also shorter. Postal voters should therefore hurry.
"A bit of kindergarten": Leipzig expresses frustration after 3:3
It was a spectacle for neutral spectators, but a bitter afternoon for RB Leipzig. After the 3:3 draw in Bochum, the mood at the Saxons is at rock bottom.
Leipzig squander 3:0 against Bochum: Boadu scores three times
RB Leipzig looks like a sure winner early on against Bochum. Then everything turns out very differently. A Bochum player becomes the man of the match with a hat-trick.
No German successes at the World Cup home game
Leipzig is the eleventh stop in the indoor series. A Brazilian wins the day before the Grand Prix.
Leipzig coach Rose has to tinker at the bottom of the table
One more injured, another back from rehab, two suspended. Where has the RB offense gone? And now a game in which a win is actually a must, but anything but easy.
Temporary stumbling blocks from Zeitz in the museum
The theft of all ten stumbling blocks in Zeitz caused outrage last year. Schoolchildren produced temporary replacements from the 3D printer, which have now ended up in the museum.
Purchase obligation takes effect: Vermeeren stays with RB Leipzig
Arthur Vermeeren has quickly established himself at RB Leipzig. That is why the obligation to buy the 19-year-old is activated early on.
After Rangnick's statements: Rose clarifies something
Xaver Schlager is missing from RB Leipzig for a long time due to a cruciate ligament rupture. He will be back and will have to sit out the first two games of the new year. But there is hope.
Five facts about RB Leipzig's match at VfL Bochum
The second half of the Bundesliga season begins for RB Leipzig with a match at VfL Bochum. Their record against VfL is impressive.
Fewer passengers in Dresden - Leipzig slightly on the upswing
Leipzig/Halle and Dresden Airports are in financial difficulties. The current passenger figures, especially in the state capital, currently offer little hope.
Schuppan new RB sports director - Baier comes from Munich
RB Leipzig is reorganizing its sporting department under managing director Marcel Schäfer. A scout and former Bundesliga professional joins the club from FC Bayern.
Fewer Saxons buying e-cars - but a hybrid boom
E-mobility is booming worldwide - but not in Germany. In Saxony, too, the number of electric car registrations fell significantly last year. A missed opportunity, according to experts.
Eberl counters "padel" slogan from Red Bull boss Mintzlaff
Max Eberl was only at RB Leipzig for a short time. Bayern Munich appealed more to the soccer manager. He promptly parried a remark from former boss Mintzlaff at the Klopp presentation.
Send-offs exacerbate Leipzig's offensive woes
Lead squandered and both strikers lost to yellow cards. RB coach Rose does not have many options ahead of the game in Bochum. The lack of consistency is also an issue.
Send-offs exacerbate Leipzig's offensive woes
Lead squandered and both strikers lost to yellow cards. RB coach Rose does not have many options ahead of the game in Bochum. The lack of consistency is also an issue.
Sesko scores and flies: Stuttgart win against Leipzig
RB squandered a lead at the runners-up and lost two strikers to sending-offs in the closing stages. VfB are now breathing down the Saxons' necks in the Champions League race.
RB Leipzig sign Japanese player Mai Kadowaki from Sweden
The women's Bundesliga club from Leipzig has brought in a technically skilled attacking player and is hoping for more dynamism. A long-term contract has been signed in return.
Leipzig ICE plant: Optimism despite many challenges
The Leipzig ICE plant is celebrating its 15th anniversary. Despite the current poor network infrastructure at Deutsche Bahn, the plant remains optimistic.
Trainer and ex-professional Rost develops energy drink
His last job as a coach was almost a year and a half ago. In the meantime, Timo Rost has embarked on a new project away from soccer. But he can't let go of his coaching job.
Next takeover? This is what Red Bull is planning with Klopp
Red Bull already has stakes in more than a handful of clubs, and recently acquired a stake in Paris FC. Now the CEO is talking about future plans.
Klopp on the Club World Cup: "It's useless"
When the world association organizes the Club World Cup in XXL format this summer, Jürgen Klopp may not be watching. At his RB presentation, he renews his criticism.
Hoeneß raves about Simons - VfB without Mittelstädt
VfB coach Hoeneß is preparing for a difficult task against Leipzig - also because of Xavi Simons. National player Mittelstädt will be missing for VfB. A "defensive monster" is to replace him.
Leipzig public transport with significant growth
New services and the Deutschlandticket make 2024 the most successful year for Leipzig's public transport company since the 1990s. The results in Dresden are also positive.
After medical check: Okafor loan to Leipzig canceled
Noah Okafor was supposed to strengthen RB Leipzig's attack. However, after the medical check, it was clear that the Swiss player would not help immediately and would therefore not transfer.
Five facts about RB Leipzig's match at VfB Stuttgart
RB Leipzig end the first half of the Bundesliga season with a match at VfB Stuttgart. The Saxons have a strong record against the Swabians.
"New territory for him": Klopp officially starts in new role
Jürgen Klopp will not be working as a coach at Red Bull for the first time. According to a long-time supporter, the chapter is over for the time being anyway.
Study: Number of homeowners in Saxony on the rise
The unstoppable rise in rents is becoming a poverty factor in cities, especially for many pensioners. A new study argues that a higher home ownership rate could prevent poverty in old age.
Klopp meets Rose: RB summit in Leipzig on Monday
The global head of soccer meets the coach of the most important club: On Monday, Jürgen Klopp and Marco Rose will meet in Leipzig for the first time since Klopp took office.
Klopp in the stands for RB game in Leipzig
Jürgen Klopp will be introduced as Red Bull's global head of soccer on Tuesday. Following visits to ice hockey and soccer in Paris, the 57-year-old will now also be making an appearance in Leipzig.
Leipzig's start to the second half of the season: Rose praises Werder's coaching consistency
Leipzig will host Bremen on Sunday to kick off the rest of the season. They have never lost to the Hanseatic side in their own stadium.
Deal about to be finalized: RB new signing Baku not a starting eleven candidate
Ridle Baku will move from Wolfsburg to Leipzig. When the Bundesliga resumes on Sunday, however, the new signing will take a seat on the bench for the time being.
Five facts about RB Leipzig's match against Bremen
Bremen, who are strong away from home, are on a run in the league. But Leipzig are relying on their returnees around Xavi Simons. Both teams are well ahead in one statistic.
Grassi Museum of Applied Arts with record visitor numbers
Last year, Leipzig's Grassi Museum of Applied Arts celebrated its 150th anniversary. The anniversary year brings the museum a record number of visitors.
Leipzig's Eduardo is loaned to Emmen
RB Leipzig have not yet made any major announcements regarding personnel. Only one loan has been changed. Meanwhile, head of sport Schäfer continues to work on two important winter transfers.
Major job cuts at Leipzig/Halle and Dresden airports
The job cuts at Leipzig/Halle and Dresden Airports will be greater than expected. According to the information provided, the main areas affected are administration and management.
Significantly fewer asylum applications in Saxony than in previous years
Significantly fewer asylum applications were submitted in Saxony in 2024 than in the previous year. A trend that is reflected throughout Germany.
"Magical Tropical Lights" light festival at Leipzig Zoo
When it gets dark, it's time for the "Magical Tropical Lights" at Leipzig Zoo in January and February. The lights will be switched on again from today.
Slight drop in visitor numbers at Leipzig Zoo
After several years of high visitor numbers, 2024 has gone somewhat less well for Leipzig Zoo. The zoo boss blames one event in particular for this.
National player Raum sees himself as a "scumbag"
After his first serious injury, national team player David Raum is back in action. This does not necessarily please opponents and referees, as he himself openly admits.
Study: Driving in Dresden and Leipzig is becoming less attractive
In Leipzig and Dresden, driving is increasingly becoming a test of patience. In rush-hour traffic, vehicles move at almost the speed of a cyclist.
Conservationists call for a winter bird count
The "Hour of Winter Birds" is probably Germany's largest scientific participatory campaign. Birds are counted and reported for one hour.
Several million euros for streetcar construction in Leipzig
Leipziger Verkehrsbetriebe is to receive several million euros for a modern streetcar depot. The aim: a more efficient and environmentally friendly streetcar fleet for the future.
RB Leipzig wins test against Czech third division team
RB Leipzig won a test match against Most before the Bundesliga resumes on Sunday. The findings are likely to be limited.
More visitors to Schauspiel Leipzig
Leipzig's municipal theater can look back on a successful year. There were more visitors - which led to record capacity utilization.
Report: Wolfsburg's Baku wants to join RB - sticking point transfer fee
RB Leipzig's Benjamin Henrichs is out injured until the end of the season. A replacement is supposed to come from Wolfsburg, but there are problems with the transfer.
University Professor Machill is the BSW's top candidate
The BSW achieved double-digit results in elections in Saxony last year. Can it repeat this in the federal elections?
Rose on Klopp: "Vacation over, sharp start"
Jürgen Klopp's start date at the flagship team in the RB cosmos has not yet been set. But Leipzig coach Marco Rose is looking forward to the new boss.
RB Leipzig starts the new year with Xavi
Xavi Simons is back in team training at RB. National player David Raum is also back in full training. One striker, however, had to miss out.
Many New Year's Eve accidents - eight-year-old loses finger
Fireworks and alcohol cause numerous injuries every year. Many of those affected suffer permanent damage - including an eight-year-old boy.
Machill to head Saxon BSW list for Bundestag
The Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance in Saxony is only one year old and is already in its third election campaign. After the parliamentary elections, the structures in Saxony are to be expanded.
With Xavi Simons: RB Leipzig starts preparation
The RB injury list was long before the Christmas break. All but four players will return to training in the new year.
Saeveras moves from Leipzig to Göppingen
It has long been clear that Kristian Saeveras will leave SC DHfK Leipzig at the end of the season. Now his new club has also been announced: The goalkeeper is moving to Göppingen.
Left-wing politician calls for expansion of school social work
Sören Pellmann, member of the Bundestag, has called for compulsory school social work at grammar schools.
Six licenses for cannabis cultivation associations so far
After the legalization of cannabis, there were 15 applications from cultivation associations in Saxony-Anhalt. Not all of them have been approved yet.
Mia and Matteo the most popular baby names in Saxony in 2024
"What should our child be called?" - One of the most important questions for expectant parents before the birth. In Bavaria, other first names top the list of the most popular baby names this year.
SC DHfK Leipzig loses at the end of the year
In the last Bundesliga match before the World Cup, the Leipzig handball team demanded everything from TSV Hannover-Burgdorf, but were unable to reward themselves for a courageous performance.
RB Leipzig sign Icelandic player Emilía Kiær Ásgeirsdóttir
The women's Bundesliga club has signed the 19-year-old international to a long-term contract.
From Bernstein to Wyludda: the dead of 2024
In 2024, numerous formerly successful athletes, coaches and sports officials from the eastern German states have also left the world.
Report: RB Leipzig interested in loaning Beste
RB Leipzig is looking for reinforcements this winter. One trail leads to Portugal, where one of last season's Bundesliga promotion contenders has failed to make a move.
Kimmich surprises Henrichs in hospital with kebab
German national team player Benjamin Henrichs came through his Achilles tendon operation well. Thanks to DFB colleague Joshua Kimmich, the Leipzig professional was able to go into the operation stronger.
Leipzig and Erlangen swap back players
SC DHfK Leipzig and HC Erlangen agree on a player swap. The Saxons are giving up a key player at their own request and receiving a U21 world champion in return.
SC DHfK Leipzig wins confidently in Potsdam
Leipzig's handball players go into the Christmas break with a win. The Saxons are superior in almost every respect against the newly promoted team from Potsdam.
Magdeburg attack: Room defends itself against hate messages
After the defeat in Munich, some Leipzig players do not stop the run-out when a minute's silence is requested for the victims of Magdeburg. An international player explains himself.
Transfer demand at RB Leipzig after Henrichs injury
RB Leipzig not only lose heavily in the last game of the year in Munich. The Saxons also lose national player Henrichs. Sporting director and captain talk about winter transfers.
Kane declares gala against Leipzig a "benchmark" for 2025
After the 5:1 win in the top match against Leipzig, Bayern are optimistic going into the vacations - and into the new year. Goalscorer Kane is delighted: "We put pressure on the competition."
After the attack in Magdeburg: FC Bayern commemorates the victims
FC Bayern wanted to celebrate the victory against Leipzig with a Christmas ceremony. But after the attack in Magdeburg, the Munich team changed its plans. The victims are remembered.
National player Henrichs injured in Leipzig 1:5
RB Leipzig lose 5-1 at FC Bayern and shortly before the final whistle, national team player Henrichs is injured and carried off on a stretcher.
Bayern's high-scoring end to the year with Kane against Leipzig
Harry Kane is back - and FC Bayern celebrates a 5:1 win against RB Leipzig. The record champions go into the winter break with at least a four-point lead. A league first in the early stages.
Advocate Klopp: Rose receives job guarantee in Leipzig
Leipzig has a serious sporting crisis behind it. Before the end of the year, RB boss Oliver Mintzlaff gives a guarantee for coach Marco Rose.
Goalscorer Kane back and immediately in Bayern's starting eleven
In the last game of the year, league leaders FC Bayern can once again hope for goals from Harry Kane against Leipzig. A muscle injury has been overcome after three weeks.
Defender Pollak leaves RB Leipzig for Nuremberg
RB Leipzig is letting Julia Pollak go. The defender is moving to the 2nd division leaders.
More than two million guests at the Leipzig Christmas market
Despite inflation and many rainy days, the Christmas market in Leipzig is a magnet for visitors. At the end there is a present.
Leipzig's Baumgartner Austria's footballer of the year
Christoph Baumgartner has been voted Austria's Footballer of the Year by the twelve Bundesliga coaches. The Leipzig native follows the record winner.
Eberl ahead of the reunion with RB: "There is no anger"
The collaboration between Max Eberl and RB Leipzig was not a success story. Now Eberl is meeting his former club again for the first time. There are no bad words.
Grid operators cut off electricity less frequently in Saxony
Left-wing politician Lay has asked the federal government how the number of power cuts has developed. In Saxony, grid operators are interrupting the supply less frequently.
Unbeaten since 1987: Leipzig wants to break Bayern's streak
RB Leipzig travel to Bayern Munich for the last game of the year. The record champions have had an impressive run.
Leipzig personnel planning: Lönn comes, Mamic stays
SC DHfK Leipzig makes two groundbreaking personnel decisions shortly before Christmas.
Fixtures: RB Leipzig only once on Saturdays in February
RB Leipzig's five Bundesliga matches up to the beginning of March have been scheduled. The Saxons will only play once at the traditional time.
Two comebacks and one hope: Leipzig ahead of Bayern clash
RB Leipzig are not the big Bayern chasers at the moment. At least the deficit can be halved on Friday evening in Munich. The end of the injury crisis gives hope.
Gap to Bayern: Leipzig "really quite a way away"
The longing for the championship is great in Leipzig. However, due to the injury crisis in the first half of the season, they are currently not at the same level as league leaders Bayern Munich.
Bayern with Kane against Leipzig - "One of the best in the world"
The goalscorer is back at FC Bayern. After the 2-1 defeat in Mainz, Harry Kane is set to fire Munich to victory against Leipzig. Vincent Kompany once again emphasizes what makes Kane so valuable.
Bayern with Kane against Leipzig - "One of the best in the world"
The goalscorer is back at FC Bayern. After the 2-1 defeat in Mainz, Harry Kane is set to fire Munich to victory against Leipzig. Vincent Kompany once again emphasizes what makes Kane so valuable.
Gomez extends his contract with Red Bull until 2028
Ex-professional Mario Gomez will remain in the Red Bull soccer cosmos as Technical Director for a further three years. From January, he will work together with Klopp in Munich.
Leipzig footballers win last game of the year
Leipzig's female soccer players end their goal and win drought.
Mibrag puts solar park south of Leipzig into operation
The lignite producer Mibrag is investing in renewable energies. The company is operating another solar park near Leipzig. This also involves green hydrogen.
More insolvencies in Saxony
The credit agency Creditreform publishes annual insolvency statistics. According to these statistics, the number of corporate insolvencies is rising - both nationwide and in Saxony.
RB Leipzig also beats Eintracht in the league
As in the cup, Sesko and Openda score for RB. However, Eintracht put in a better performance this time. But it was not enough for a point.