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RB sporting director Schäfer warns against too high expectations
RB Leipzig is in a results crisis. The Managing Director of Sport also defends the protagonists somewhat.
Leipzig and Wolfsburg determine last semi-finalists
Leipzig will host VfL Wolfsburg in the final quarter-final of the DFB Cup. The last duel was a pretty clear-cut affair.
Criticism after outbreak of violence: Hansa fears ghost match
The violent excesses at the match between Hansa Rostock and Dynamo Dresden continue to make headlines. The DFB control committee is investigating and Sports Minister Stefanie Drese is shocked.
Job discussion: Leipzig coach Rose accepts criticism
Only one win in the second half of the Bundesliga season, points lost against Bochum and Heidenheim. Leipzig coach Marco Rose must fear for his job - and openly accepts the criticism.
Bonuses, draw, matches: What's important in the DFB Cup
There are still two quarter-final matches left in the DFB Cup. What comes after that? And why is the round of the best eight teams split up in terms of time?
"Difficult to integrate": Hasenhüttl struggles with Nmecha's bad luck
Wolfsburg can punch their ticket for the cup semi-finals in Leipzig. Before that, coach Hasenhüttl once again announces the absence of attacker Nmecha. The coach is unhappy with the situation.
No playful finesse: Leipzig in battle mode
Everyone was hoping for a brilliant performance against Heidenheim. In the end, it was pure disappointment. Coach Rose is struggling with his tactics. A solution must be found against Wolfsburg in the cup.
After 0:2 shock: Leipzig only draw against Heidenheim
According to coach Rose and sporting director Schäfer, it wasn't just about winning for the Saxons, but about how. After an embarrassing half in the 2:2 draw against Heidenheim, alarm bells are ringing at RB.
Jovic succeeds Böger as Jena sports director - Bürger also leaves
The clocks at regional league club FC Carl Zeiss Jena are being turned to zero for the new season. In addition to the sporting director, the coach is also leaving. At least there is already a successor for Böger.
Rioting in Rostock against Dresden: dozens injured
The serious riots at the third division match between Hansa Rostock and Dynamo Dresden result in numerous injuries. According to the police, there are further criminal offenses.
Fresh Leipzig team clear favorites against Heidenheim
The signs are clear for RB Leipzig. A full week of training without international commitments. A clean sheet against an opponent who has not won in six league games.
After riots: Hansa defeats Dresden 1:0
Dresden cannot win the explosive East duel twice in a row. The first defeat in 14 years in Rostock. Spectators cause a long interruption.
Riots: Rostock game against Dresden interrupted
Obviously, matches between Rostock and Dresden cannot be played without interruptions. The explosive duel escalates again.
Aue celebrates first win with Härtel: 1:0 against Unterhaching
Erzgebirge Aue secure their first win in their sixth competitive match of the year. An attacking player ends his goal drought.
Too many mistakes: Magdeburg loses in Karlsruhe
1. FC Magdeburg's run in Karlsruhe comes to an end. After five away wins in a row, the FCM lost clearly despite taking the lead due to a lack of consistency in defense.
Rose ahead of Heidenheim game: "Fresher than the opponent"
The signs are clear for RB Leipzig: a full week of training without international pressure, a clean sheet against an opponent who has not won in six league games.
Eastern duel and AfD demo: "Difficult conditions" in Rostock
Hansa Rostock versus Dynamo Dresden - one of the most heated duels in German soccer since reunification. But that's not the only thing the police in Rostock have to deal with on Saturday.
East duel against "arch-enemy" Dresden: "If that doesn't grab you..."
Hansa Rostock versus Dynamo Dresden - one of the most heated duels in German soccer since reunification. It's that time again on Saturday.
Dynamo on new paths: Psycho-tricks for derby strength
In the first half of the season, Dynamo only managed to win one of the three East duels. The coaches took action. Before the game at Hansa Rostock, Dresden had not lost the matches against Aue and Cottbus.
Nils Petersen supports promotion reform for NOFV clubs
Teams from the north-east feel disadvantaged by promotion from the regional league. A former national team player agrees. The DFB does not see a majority for this nationwide.
DFB: NOFV teams' push for promotion not capable of winning a majority
Teams from the north-east feel disadvantaged when it comes to promotion from the regional league. The clubs are calling for a rethink. This would require broad participation. The DFB doubts this.
Orban missing for the week opener - Nedeljković raves about RB
Willi Orban was still resting at the start of training. New winter signing Kosta Nedeljković brings immediate momentum to Leipzig's tired attack as a defender at RB.
Dynamo makes it clear: 5:2 against 1860 Munich
Dynamo Dresden remain first in pursuit of Energie Cottbus. 1860 Munich are drowned out in the attacking frenzy of the Saxons at the Rudolf Harbig Stadium.
1:2 in Bielefeld: Aue still winless under Härtel
Aue should actually be leading at half-time in Bielefeld. But even in the fifth competitive match of 2025, they failed to pick up three points.
Thorup's announcement after miss: "Practice personally with Frank"
After the 0-0 draw against Leipzig, Augsburg's head coach spontaneously added to the training schedule for the coming week.
Raum's plain language and Rose's indulgence after Leipzig's zero number
"That's not our claim." International Raum doesn't like to sugarcoat things after Leipzig's 0-0 draw in Augsburg. Coach Rose, meanwhile, "doesn't want to rip the head off a young professional".
Home misery ended: Magdeburg in the promotion race
After 15 games without a win, 1. FC Magdeburg can celebrate at home again. And against league leaders Cologne of all teams.
0:0 in Augsburg: Rose fails to deliver again with RB Leipzig
Champions League aspirations look different. Leipzig's performance in Augsburg did not deserve more than a point. The hosts continue their streak.
Rose calls for consequences against racism
Bundesliga coaches rarely take a stance on political or social issues. Leipzig coach Marco Rose openly expresses his opinion.
Despite falling behind: RB Leipzig prevents Turbine from winning
Turbine Potsdam take the lead in a match for the first time this season. However, RB Leipzig only needed a few minutes to turn the game around.
Leaders Cologne stumble in Magdeburg
1. FC Magdeburg had not won in 15 games at home. The first win in almost a year came against league leaders Cologne of all teams.
Five facts about RB Leipzig's match at FC Augsburg
FC Augsburg is flying high. Can the decimated RB team stop it?
Dynamo Dresden extends contract with Meissner
Dynamo Dresden plans for the future. One of them is Robin Meißner. The striker has extended his contract.
Fine dust alarm: RB Leipzig does not want to make "any concessions"
Environmental warning vs. everyday Bundesliga life: Leipzig focuses on normality despite critical air values. The next signal is to be set in Augsburg.
Augsburg's personnel situation eases ahead of Leipzig game
Several regular players have been missing from FC Augsburg training recently. However, coach Jess Thorup is relaxed about the personnel situation for the match against Leipzig.
Knee injury: Nusa will miss RB Leipzig until the end of March
Another injury setback for RB Leipzig: attacking force Nusa will have to sit out the next six weeks.
Three ideas: How the regional league champions are all promoted
The NOFV feels particularly disadvantaged when it comes to promotion from the regional leagues. The clubs don't want to complain, but rather propose solutions.
NOFV regional league clubs present promotion proposals
Teams from the north-east feel particularly disadvantaged when it comes to promotion from the regional league. The clubs are calling for a rethink and are presenting their own ideas.
Aue board against pyro association penalties: "Target missed"
Some traditional clubs from the east of Germany are calling for a differentiation in the punishment for the use of pyrotechnics. For Aue board member Püschmann, it's about finding new ways.
Leipzig condemns racist hostility against Openda
RB Leipzig striker Openda is in a goal drought. After the win against St. Pauli, he is insulted online. The club is now taking action against the hate speech.
Restaurant owner Baku: "Everyone trimmed to win"
There is a lot of competition for the right-back position at RB Leipzig. This is exactly what Baku likes, as he is enthusiastic about the club's standards. Nevertheless, he is planning a two-pronged approach and is also active as an entrepreneur.
RB captain Orban suspended for only one match
A sigh of relief at RB Leipzig. Chief defender Willi Orban only has to miss one game. The captain will be back on board for the next home game.
"Don't think about it": Sesko ignores transfer rumors
No clause, no thoughts of switching - or is he? Benjamin Sesko's goal remains the Premier League. How long can RB keep the top striker?
Sesko and Simons work their magic: Leipzig win while short-handed
Leipzig's longed-for victory. Benjamin Sesko and Xavi Simons lead RB to their first Bundesliga success in weeks. The decisive factor was a tactical move that was finally successful.
Härtel still winless with Aue: 1:1 against Aachen
Aue's new coach Jens Härtel also fails to win his second match at home. The team from the Erzgebirge luckily salvaged a point against Aachen.
Dynamo stumble at VfB Stuttgart II despite being outnumbered
Dresden once again dropped points in the promotion battle. Dynamo are caught cold at Stuttgart's reserve team and even when outnumbered, it is not enough to win. Kutschke holds his nerve from the spot.
RB Leipzig's women's soccer players win confidently at Werder Bremen
RB Leipzig's women continue to climb up the Bundesliga table. One player in particular impresses against their neighbors from Bremen.
Knockout in stoppage time: Magdeburg loses 4-3 to Nuremberg
The eerie streak of 1. FC Magdeburg continues. Even against Nuremberg, the much longed-for first home win did not materialize.
Ex-Leipzig player Blessin wants to make RB "a little angrier"
St. Pauli's next opponents Leipzig have not looked good against weaker teams recently. The Hanseatic side want to capitalize on this. Former RB youth coach Blessin is eager to fight.
Leipzig hopes for liberation against St. Pauli
Leipzig's goal drought, St. Pauli's defensive bulwark and a coach under pressure: RB Leipzig is far from its own standards. The next few weeks could be an acid test.
RB boss Mintzlaff on Nagelsmann: "The best coach"
Oliver Mintzlaff is responsible for Red Bull's global sports commitments. He still regrets one decision in the past that has to do with RB Leipzig. It happened four years ago.
Media: RB Leipzig plan to change their number 1 in the summer
Peter Gulacsi has been an undisputed goalkeeper at RB since 2016. Now he could lose his regular place next season.
RB Leipzig without Xaver Schlager until the end of March
Following an injury during the winter break, there was already speculation that the Austrian would be out for a longer period of time. This is now a certainty.
Leipzig player Joly banned for two matches
Lou-Ann Joly had only just slipped into RB Leipzig's starting eleven. Now she will have to sit out the next two games.
"A lot of patience": Schäfer gives RB coach Rose a job guarantee
No results, poor soccer: RB Leipzig is currently far from meeting its own expectations. The head of sport does not see a new coach as a solution.
Transfer coup perfect: Werder loan out Leipzig's Silva
He has already played for AC Milan, FC Sevilla and Eintracht Frankfurt. Werder Bremen have now snapped up the Portuguese André Silva on loan.
RB Leipzig loan Nedeljkovic from Aston Villa
RB Leipzig is strengthening its defense. A Serbian talent is loaned out from England.
FC Bayern starts the second half of the season with a narrow win in Leipzig
RB Leipzig host FC Bayern Munich on matchday 13 of the women's Bundesliga. An early goal is enough for the German champions to stay level on points with the league leaders.
Media: Werder Bremen interested in Leipzig striker Silva
He made a big impact at Eintracht Frankfurt, but is no longer needed at RB Leipzig. Is the Portuguese André Silva about to make his third Bundesliga appearance?
No winner in the East duel, but RB Leipzig felt like losers
RB Leipzig's reaction to the disappointing last Champions League performance? Not a chance. Union Berlin bring the Saxons to the brink of another defeat.
Rose wants to "hold his own" with RB at Union
The teams only managed a goalless draw in the first leg. Scoring goals seems to be the main problem for RB and Union. Nevertheless, Leipzig coach Rose expects to take the next step in Köpenick.
Matthäus sees troubled times ahead for RB coach Rose
After the defeat at Sturm Graz, RB Leipzig need a run of success to restore calm to the club and its surroundings. That's what TV pundit Lothar Matthäus thinks.
East German clubs demand: Don't always punish pyrotechnics
Few topics are more controversial in soccer than pyrotechnics. Now a large group of clubs is calling for a rethink from the associations.
Rose straddled by Baumgart? "Baumi is dreaming"
Steffen Baumgart gets the Union fans on his side with a special kind of tackle. The so-called victim of the tackle can no longer remember. But one love has remained.
Rose expects stability: "Our "core issue"
In the first leg, both teams were held to a goalless draw. Scoring goals seems to be the main problem for RB and Union. Nevertheless, Rose expects the next step in Köpenick.
Five facts about the match between Union Berlin and RB Leipzig
Union have picked up one win from four games so far under new coach Steffen Baumgart. The Köpenickers also face a high hurdle in the upcoming match.
Union with Rönnow in goal again against Leipzig
Baumgart wants to "set the whole thing alight" against RB Leipzig. In the midst of the results crisis, there is a lack of fun at work in Köpenick. But two regulars are back.
Aue sign striker Schmid
Aue did not actually want to sign a player in the winter. Now there is a short-term option in attack.
"Zero goal threat": Leipzig coach Rose settles accounts with players
Leipzig bow out of the Champions League with a defeat against Graz. The coach finds clear words afterwards.
Another disappointment: Leipzig also loses in Graz
At least RB Leipzig wanted to win in Austria and have a somewhat conciliatory Champions League finish. But that also came to nothing.
Double away: RB Leipzig's farewell from the top flight
Leipzig will face Graz for the last time this season in the Champions League. However, the match will take place neither in Leipzig nor in Graz.
Champions League: Leipzig without Kampl against Graz
Nothing is at stake for RB Leipzig in the Champions League against Graz. The loss of an experienced player is therefore manageable.
Foul on Raum? Leipzig with clear VAR criticism
For some a normal duel, for others a match-deciding scene. The lack of a whistle from referee Dankert at the match between Leipzig and Leverkusen caused a stir.
Own goal saves Leipzig: Leverkusen slip up in top match
Leipzig wanted to defeat champions Leverkusen with dirty soccer à la Atlético Madrid. The plan didn't work in terms of playing style, but it was enough for a late equalizer.
No winner in the top match: 1:1 for Cottbus against Dresden
It was the expected top-of-the-table encounter that delivered everything that had been hoped for. Cottbus defended their lead at the top of the table with the draw.
Erzgebirge Aue goalless against Osnabrück
Aue coach Jens Härtel's home debut also remained winless. The Saxons at least salvaged a point against Osnabrück.
Rose demands top performance against Bayer - fears for Gulacsi
Schlager is out against Leverkusen, but there is hope for goalkeeper Gulacsi. Another professional is back in team training.
Magdeburg tops the table despite draw
1. FC Magdeburg remains an enigma at home. The team from the Elbe city also missed out on their first home win of the season against Eintracht Braunschweig, but still jumped to first place.
Leipzig's Gulacsi still unavailable against Leverkusen
Xaver Schlager is out against Leverkusen, but there is still hope for goalkeeper Peter Gulacsi. Another professional is back in team training.
Internet star Jindaoui: urgently looking for a registrar
Nader Jindaoui actually wants to go to the USA with his family. But now there is apparently a big problem.
Coach Geyer misses solidarity among East German teams
Eduard Geyer would like to see the East German soccer clubs join forces. The coach also hopes that certain behaviors in handball will be transferred to soccer.
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.
Cottbus coach: Light years between Energie and Dynamo
The clash between the rivals from Cottbus and Dresden in the 3rd division is electrifying soccer in the east. Energie coach Wollitz sees major differences between the clubs and appeals to politicians.
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.
Before top match in Cottbus: Diplomat Geyer wants a draw
Eduard Geyer has coached both Energie Cottbus and Dynamo Dresden in his coaching career. However, the upcoming clash in the third division is also a first for the 80-year-old.
"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.
Hefty sum: 119,100 euros fine for Dynamo Dresden
Dynamo Dresden and penalties from the DFB, there's no end to it. This time, the third division soccer team has to pay a six-figure sum.
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.
Magdeburg now second: 5:2 away win in Elversberg
1. FC Magdeburg concede an early goal at the start of the new year, work their way into the match and turn the game around when outnumbered. Three points at the end.
Too sluggish: Dynamo Dresden lose game and lead
The winter break has not done Dynamo any good. Against Viktoria Köln, the spectators missed the power soccer. That cost them the lead in the table.
"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.
2:0 in Bielefeld: Cottbus take the lead in the table
Energie Cottbus have positioned themselves ahead of the summit clash in the 3rd division. The Lusatians won the first top match of the new year.
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.
Jakob sees yellow-red: Aue lose on Härtel's debut
In the first competitive match under the new coach, things initially go well for Erzgebirge Aue. But then the Saxons lose the thread.
Bochum also without captain Losilla against Leipzig
Coach Hecking is more optimistic again after his VfL Bochum's win against St. Pauli. However, he will once again be without his captain for Saturday's tough match against Leipzig.