On 19 September, one of the matches of the Champions League in football took place. Young Boys (Bern) and RB Leipzig (Germany) met.
Champions League
Young Boys (Bern) - RB Leipzig (Germany) - 1:3 (1:1)
Goals: Meschack Elia (33) - M. Simakan (3), Schlager (74), B. Sheshko (90+2)
Warnings: L. Benito (45), Kevin Kampl (56), S. Lauper (61), Javi Simons (68), L. Blum (77), Forsberg (79), M. Simakan (90).
Review of the match Young Boys vs RB Leipzig:
RB Leipzig beat BSC Young Boys in the UEFA Champions League In an exciting UEFA Champions League match, BSC Young Boys faced RB Leipzig at the Wankdorf Stadium. The match was exciting from start to finish, with both teams showing their skill and determination. Despite an evenly contested first half, RB Leipzig won convincingly with a final score of 3-1. The start of the game was very tense, with both teams trying to gain an advantage. Already in the third minute, RB Leipzig's M. Simakan achieved a turning point in the match with an accurate shot on goal. It was a brilliant start for the visitors, who were looking to dominate the match. However, BSC Young Boys fought back and equalised on 33 minutes thanks to a goal from M. Elia. The home team showed great resilience and determination to get back into the game. At the end of the first half the tension on the pitch increased. Just before the break, BSC Young Boys' L. Benito received a yellow card and the home team were under pressure in the second half. RB Leipzig's K. Kampl was also in the referee's book, receiving a warning in the 56th minute. The match was fiercely contested, with both sides showing a desire to win.
In the second half RB Leipzig made a tactical substitution, bringing on J. Poulsen instead of B. Sesko in the 64th minute. The substitution proved to be successful as it gave RB Leipzig more attacking opportunities. In the 74th minute X. Schlager scored the decisive goal, putting the visitors ahead again. It was a well-coordinated team effort that demonstrated RB Leipzig's attacking prowess. "BSC Young Boys struggled to get back into the game, and the visitors' frustration was evident. In the 77th minute, L. Blum received a yellow card, which made the situation even worse. The hosts made several substitutions in an attempt to turn the tide of the match, but RB Leipzig continued to defend confidently. In the 90th minute, B. Sesko sealed the victory for RB Leipzig with a fantastic goal, leaving the fans disappointed. It was a deserved win for RB Leipzig, who showed dominant play throughout the match. RB Young Boys fought valiantly, but failed to realise their opportunities. Overall, the match between Young Boys and RB Leipzig was an exciting encounter that showcased the best of European football. RB Leipzig's clinical play and solid defence ultimately proved too difficult for Young Boys. Despite the fact that the hosts showed a decent game, they will be looking to bounce back in the next matches of the tournament.
The following matches await the opponents in the next round: Crvena Zvezda vs Young Boys, RB Leipzig vs Man City.
Statistics of the match Young Boys - RB Leipzig:
Young Boys | RB Leipzig | |
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3 | Kicks to the goal | 9 |
8 | Kicks | 21 |
2 | Blocked shots | 4 |
5 | Penalty kicks | 17 |
3 | Penalty kicks | 4 |
12 | Offences | 13 |
3 | Corner | 7 |
3 | Offsides | 3 |
55% | Possession of the ball | 45% |
3 | Yellow cards | 4 |
0 | Red cards | 0 |
5 | Keeper saves | 2 |
482 | Total assists | 397 |
396 | Accurate assists | 313 |
82% | Accuracy of passes | 79% |