RB Leipzig dropped points for the first time in the third round of the German Bundesliga season. On Saturday, the team of coach Marco Rose, who is suspended this time, could only manage a 0:0 draw against Union Berlin. Both teams are therefore still unbeaten. Defending champions Bayer Leverkusen won 4:1 in Hoffenheim, while SC Freiburg beat VfL Bochum 2:1. The match winner was Austrian Junior Adamu with two goals in the second half.
For Adamu, these were his first two league goals for Freiburg, after he had only played 15 games in the previous season. In the 58th minute, the number 20 was up and away after a pass from Grifo and finished coolly from the edge of the penalty area. Before the second goal just two minutes later, the ball went around the penalty area like a pinball, and Adamu fired the last shot a few meters from the goal, which was deflected.
The former Salzburg striker had other opportunities before and after, but he missed them. Nevertheless, Freiburg were able to celebrate their second win of the season. Philipp Lienhart had already been substituted at half-time, and Michael Gregoritsch was missing due to injury.
Leverkusen confident against Hoffenheim
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Leverkusen showed a familiar face from the previous season in the first half and dominated their opponent Hoffenheim. Summer newcomer Martin Terrier scored the deserved 1-0 for the champions in the 17th minute, ÖFB team player Alexander Prass was beaten by Victor Boniface (30th) for the second goal. Former Salzburg player Mergim Bergisha brought Hoffenheim back into the game with his goal in the 37th minute, but Florian Wirtz (71st/penalty) and Boniface again (75th) then made things clear.
Union Berlin, which started without the Austrians Leopold Querfeld and Christopher Trimmel, holed up in Leipzig and was successful. RB did not have a single top-class goal chance in the first half. A penalty could have helped after the break, but Lois Openda missed from the spot in the 74th minute. Even the introduction of Christoph Baumgartner in the 79th minute did not change the picture. Like Borussia Dortmund, Leipzig now has seven points.
In Mönchengladbach, the “Fohlen” equalized against Stuttgart in the 27th minute through Alassane Pléa after an assist from Kevin Stöger, but in the second half Ermedin Demirović dashed the Gladbach fans’ hopes of a home victory with a double strike (58th/61st). Stuttgart won 3-1. Wolfsburg, coached by Ralph Hasenhüttl, lost 1-2 to Eintracht Frankfurt. Hasenhüttl once again fielded Patrick Wimmer as a striker and took him off the field in the 71st minute.
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German Bundesliga: RB Leipzig Drops Points, Bayer Leverkusen Wins Big
The third round of the German Bundesliga has come to a close, with some exciting matches and surprising results. RB Leipzig, one of the top contenders for the title, has dropped points for the first time this season, drawing 0-0 against Union Berlin. Meanwhile, defending champions Bayer Leverkusen secured a convincing 4-1 win over Hoffenheim.
RB Leipzig Stumbles Against Union Berlin
RB Leipzig, coached by Marco Rose, seemed to be on a roll, winning their first two matches with ease. However, Union Berlin proved to be a tough nut to crack, with both teams ending the match with a goalless draw. Leipzig had few scoring opportunities, and Union Berlin’s defense held strong. The highlight of the match came in the 74th minute when Lois Openda missed a penalty, which could have given Leipzig the lead.
Bayer Leverkusen Dominates Hoffenheim
Bayer Leverkusen, on the other hand, put on a show, dominating Hoffenheim from start to finish. Summer newcomer Martin Terrier scored the opening goal in the 17th minute, followed by Victor Boniface’s strike in the 30th minute. Hoffenheim managed to pull one back through Mergim Berisha in the 37th minute, but Leverkusen’s Florian Wirtz and Boniface again sealed the deal in the 71st and 75th minutes, respectively.
SC Freiburg Celebrates Second Win
SC Freiburg’s Junior Adamu stole the show, scoring two goals in the second half to lead his team to a 2-1 victory over VfL Bochum. Adamu’s goals, his first two league goals for Freiburg, came in the 58th and 60th minutes, respectively. Bochum’s Michael Gregoritsch was missing due to injury, while Philipp Lienhart was substituted at half-time.
Other Match Highlights
In other matches, Borussia Mönchengladbach’s Alassane Pléa scored the equalizer against Stuttgart in the 27th minute, only for Ermedin Demirović to dash Gladbach’s hopes with a double strike in the 58th and 61st minutes, securing a 3-1 win for Stuttgart. Wolfsburg, coached by Ralph Hasenhüttl, lost 1-2 to Eintracht Frankfurt, with Hasenhüttl fielding Patrick Wimmer as a striker before substituting him in the 71st minute.
League Standings
After three rounds, Bayer Leverkusen tops the table with nine points, followed closely by RB Leipzig and Borussia Dortmund, who both have seven points. SC Freiburg and Union Berlin are tied for fourth place with six points each.
As the Bundesliga season heats up, fans can expect more thrilling matches and surprising results. With top contenders like RB Leipzig and Bayer Leverkusen already dropping points, the title race is wide open, and any team can make a move up the table.
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Bundesliga Roundup: RB Leipzig Drops Points, Leverkusen Confident, and More
The third round of the German Bundesliga has come to a close, and it was an eventful weekend with several interesting matchups. RB Leipzig dropped points for the first time this season, while defending champions Bayer Leverkusen continued their winning streak. Here’s a comprehensive roundup of the weekend’s action.
RB Leipzig vs. Union Berlin: A Goalless Draw
RB Leipzig’s unbeaten run was put to the test against Union Berlin, and the team of coach Marco Rose, who was suspended for this match, could only manage a 0:0 draw. Both teams remained unbeaten, but Leipzig’s failure to score was a surprise. Union Berlin’s defense was solid, and RB Leipzig did not have a single top-class goal chance in the first half. A penalty in the 74th minute could have changed the game, but Lois Openda missed from the spot.
Leverkusen Confident Against Hoffenheim
Bayer Leverkusen showed a familiar face from the previous season and dominated their opponent Hoffenheim. Summer newcomer Martin Terrier scored the deserved 1-0 for the champions in the 17th minute, and ÖFB team player Alexander Prass was beaten by Victor Boniface for the second goal. Former Salzburg player Mergim Bergisha brought Hoffenheim back into the game with his goal in the 37th minute, but Florian Wirtz (71st/penalty) and Boniface again (75th) then made things clear. Leverkusen won 4:1 and continued their winning streak.
SC Freiburg vs. VfL Bochum: Adamu Shines
SC Freiburg beat VfL Bochum 2:1, thanks to two goals from Austrian Junior Adamu. The former Salzburg striker scored his first two league goals for Freiburg, after playing only 15 games in the previous season. Adamu’s goals in the 58th and 60th minutes were enough to secure the win for Freiburg.
Other Matches
In other matches, Mönchengladbach equalized against Stuttgart in the 27th minute, but Ermedin Demirović dashed the Gladbach fans’ hopes of a home victory with a double strike (58th/61st). Stuttgart won 3-1. Wolfsburg, coached by Ralph Hasenhüttl, lost 1-2 to Eintracht Frankfurt.
Standings
After three rounds, the Bundesliga table is starting to take shape. RB Leipzig and Union Berlin are still unbeaten, but Leverkusen’s convincing win has propelled them to the top of the table. SC Freiburg and Borussia Dortmund are also among the top teams.
What’s Next?
The Bundesliga will continue next weekend, with several interesting matchups. RB Leipzig will face Borussia Dortmund, while Leverkusen will take on Union Berlin. SC Freiburg will face Hoffenheim, and Wolfsburg will face Mönchengladbach.
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