Amadou Haidara completed the RB Leipzig squad after returning from the Africa Cup. However, he will not be able to play this Saturday (3.30 pm/Sky) in the Bundesliga against FC Augsburg. "He has slight knee problems, we can't use him tomorrow. He's got a bit of swelling in it, we're treating it now," said Marco Rose on Friday.
In contrast, defender Willi Orban coped very well with his starting role in the 2-0 win over Union. "Knowing that we have a lot of games coming up, it was important for us not to prioritize them. That means that a Champions League game is not more important than a Bundesliga game. Willi will start in Augsburg, of course," said Rose, who has already reduced the captain's workload in training this week.
The playing surface in the WWK Arena will be a problem in Augsburg. However, Rose refuses to accept this as an accusation towards the Fuggerstädter or even as an excuse for his own team: "We know what we're facing, we have to accept it and find the style to deal with it. Above all: don't whine and complain. It can also be good technique training," said Rose, adding: "Augsburg are a team that have different styles. It will be an unpleasant task. It's a team with footballing quality, a good playing idea and the physicality to match."
Leipzig have a successful record against FCA. There has only been one defeat in 15 first division duels, and that was in September 2017 (0:1). However, RB have failed to win in their last two appearances at the WWK Arena, drawing twice.
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