Bundesliga Regular Season - 24
Hamburger SV 1 - 2 FT RB Leipzig
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
20' ↓ N. Capaldo ↑W. Omari
22' F. Vieira (W. Mikelbrencis)
W. Orban 31'
Romulo Cardoso (R. Baku) 36'
45'+3 P. Otele
HT
Y. Diomande (Romulo Cardoso) 50'
Romulo Cardoso (Romulo Cardoso) 62'
Romulo Cardoso 63'
67' ↓ R. Konigsdorffer ↑A. S. Lokonga
67' ↓ P. Otele ↑J. Dompe
67' ↓ D. Downs ↑Y. Poulsen
↓ A. Nusa ↑E. Banzuzi 72'
↓ B. Gruda ↑T. Gomis 72'
81' M. Muheim
82' Y. Poulsen
87' ↓ F. Vieira ↑R. Philippe
↓ Y. Diomande ↑B. Henrichs 90'+1
↓ Romulo Cardoso ↑C. Harder 90'+5
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Hamburger SV
Goalkeepers
Daniel Heuer Fernandes 
PENALTY HERO
1
Pens Saved
1
Pens Saved
3
Saves
7.2
Rating
Defenders
Nicolás Capaldo 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
20
Total Mins
20
Entry
Luka Vušković 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Jordan Torunarigha
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
William Mikelbrencis 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
2
Key Passes
6.9
Rating
Fábio Vieira 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Nicolai Remberg 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
1
Fouls
6.9
Rating
Miro Muheim
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Ransford Yeboah Königsdörffer
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
67
Total Mins
67
Entry
Philip Otele
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
67
Total Mins
67
Entry
Damion Downs
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
67
Total Mins
67
Entry
BENCH
Sander Tangvik 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Warmed Omari
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
74
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Giorgi Gocholeishvili
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Albert Sambi Lokonga
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
27
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Daniel Elfadli
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jean-Luc Dompé
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
27
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yussuf Poulsen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
27
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Robert Glatzel
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rayan Philippe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
7
Total Mins
Started
Entry
RB Leipzig
Goalkeepers
Maarten Vandevoordt
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Ridle Baku
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.9
Rating
Willi Orbán 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
67%
Duel Win %
Castello Lukeba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
David Raum 
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
53%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
Brajan Gruda
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
72
Total Mins
72
Entry
Nicolas Seiwald
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Christoph Baumgartner
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Yan Diomande
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Rômulo
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
1
Assists
20%
Pass Acc
Antonio Nusa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
72
Total Mins
72
Entry
BENCH
Leopold Zingerle
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Max Finkgräfe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lukas Klostermann
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
El Chadaille Bitshiabu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Benjamin Henrichs
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
3
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ezechiel Banzuzi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tidiam Gomis
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Conrad Harder
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Johan Bakayoko
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/10/2025 | RB Leipzig | 2 - 1 | Hamburger SV | Bundesliga | Red Bull Arena |
| 18/10/2022 | RB Leipzig | 4 - 0 | Hamburger SV | DFB Pokal | Red Bull Arena |
| 23/04/2019 | Hamburger SV | 1 - 3 | RB Leipzig | DFB Pokal | Volksparkstadion |
| 27/01/2018 | RB Leipzig | 1 - 1 | Hamburger SV | Bundesliga | Red Bull Arena |
| 08/09/2017 | Hamburger SV | 0 - 2 | RB Leipzig | Bundesliga | Volksparkstadion |
| 11/02/2017 | RB Leipzig | 0 - 3 | Hamburger SV | Bundesliga | Red Bull Arena |
| 17/09/2016 | Hamburger SV | 0 - 4 | RB Leipzig | Bundesliga | Volksparkstadion |
18/10/2025
18/10/2022
23/04/2019
27/01/2018
08/09/2017
11/02/2017
17/09/2016
Hamburger SV Win
RB Leipzig Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 24 GD: +65
P: 24 GD: +26
P: 24 GD: +18
P: 24 GD: +16
P: 24 GD: +13
P: 24 GD: +16
P: 24 GD: -1
P: 24 GD: -5
P: 24 GD: -11
P: 24 GD: -9
P: 24 GD: -9
P: 24 GD: -12
P: 24 GD: -8
P: 24 GD: -12
P: 24 GD: -17
P: 24 GD: -19
P: 24 GD: -20
League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | Pts | GF | GA | GD | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bayern München | 25 | 66 | 92 | 24 | +68 | |
| 2 | Borussia Dortmund | 25 | 55 | 53 | 26 | +27 | |
| 3 | 1899 Hoffenheim | 25 | 49 | 53 | 33 | +20 | |
| 4 | VfB Stuttgart | 25 | 47 | 50 | 34 | +16 | |
| 5 | RB Leipzig | 25 | 47 | 48 | 34 | +14 | |
| 6 | Bayer Leverkusen | 25 | 44 | 48 | 32 | +16 | |
| 7 | Eintracht Frankfurt | 24 | 34 | 48 | 49 | -1 | |
| 8 | SC Freiburg | 25 | 34 | 37 | 42 | -5 | |
| 9 | FC Augsburg | 25 | 31 | 31 | 43 | -12 | |
| 10 | Hamburger SV | 25 | 29 | 28 | 36 | -8 | |
| 11 | Union Berlin | 24 | 28 | 29 | 38 | -9 | |
| 12 | Borussia Mönchengladbach | 25 | 25 | 28 | 43 | -15 | |
| 13 | 1. FC Köln | 25 | 24 | 34 | 43 | -9 | |
| 14 | FSV Mainz 05 | 25 | 24 | 29 | 41 | -12 | |
| 15 | FC St. Pauli | 24 | 23 | 23 | 40 | -17 | |
| 16 | Werder Bremen | 24 | 22 | 25 | 44 | -19 | |
| 17 | VfL Wolfsburg | 25 | 20 | 34 | 55 | -21 | |
| 18 | 1. FC Heidenheim | 25 | 14 | 24 | 57 | -33 |
P: 25 GD: +68
P: 25 GD: +27
P: 25 GD: +20
P: 25 GD: +16
P: 25 GD: +14
P: 25 GD: +16
P: 24 GD: -1
P: 25 GD: -5
P: 25 GD: -12
P: 25 GD: -8
P: 24 GD: -9
P: 25 GD: -15
P: 25 GD: -9
P: 25 GD: -12
P: 24 GD: -17
P: 24 GD: -19
P: 25 GD: -21
P: 25 GD: -33
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Leipzig Fight Back to Stun Hamburg
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 62/100. A clinical second-half display saw RB Leipzig overturn an early deficit to secure a vital victory in their quest for European football at the expense of a spirited Hamburg side.
Early Hope for the Hosts
The atmosphere at the Volksparkstadion was electric from the first whistle as Hamburger SV looked to take a major scalp. The home side started with incredible purpose, displaying a high level of Intensity that caught the visitors off guard. Their aggressive approach paid dividends in the 22nd minute when F. Vieira clinicaly finished a brilliant cross from W. Mikelbrencis. For a significant period, a massive Upset Factor loomed over the pitch as Hamburg dominated the physical duels and kept Leipzig’s creative stars quiet. The hosts looked comfortable in their shape, frustrating the Champions League chasers and feeding off the energy of a boisterous home crowd.
The Leipzig Surge
However, the Balance of the match began to tilt toward the visitors as the first half progressed. RB Leipzig eventually found their rhythm and leveled the scores in the 36th minute through Romulo Cardoso, who converted after smart work by R. Baku. The momentum stayed with the visitors after the break. Just five minutes into the second half, Yan Diomande showed his class by firing Leipzig ahead following an assist from Cardoso. Controlling 59% of possession, Leipzig began to dominate the midfield battle, forcing Hamburg into a defensive shell and showcasing the tactical superiority that has kept them in the hunt for the top four.
Nerve-Wracking Final Act
Despite taking the lead, the Stakes remained incredibly high until the final whistle. Leipzig had a golden opportunity to settle the contest in the 62nd minute, but Romulo Cardoso uncharacteristically missed a penalty. This failure to convert gave Hamburg a second wind, leading to a frantic final half-hour. The hosts pushed everyone forward, contributing to a high tally of 13 corners across the match, but they lacked the final touch to force an equalizer. Leipzig’s defense held firm under significant pressure to secure all three points. The result cements Leipzig’s position in the European places, while Hamburg will reflect on a missed opportunity after such a promising start.
Key Questions
Was the penalty miss by Yan Diomande the turning point?
Actually, Romulo Cardoso missed the penalty in the 62nd minute. While it kept the game tense, Leipzig had already secured their lead by then.
What made Yan Diomande the Man of the Match?
Diomande’s clinical winning goal and his creative influence, including two key passes, made him the standout performer in Hamburg.
How did Hamburger SV complete the comeback from behind?
Hamburger SV did not complete a comeback; they actually surrendered an early lead to lose 2-1 to RB Leipzig.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Leipzig’s Top-Four Ambitions Face Stern Volksparkstadion Test
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 68/100. RB Leipzig must secure three points in Hamburg to stay within touching distance of the Champions League spots against a side that has forgotten how to lose.
The Setup
This match at the Volksparkstadion finds RB Leipzig in a precarious position. Despite a high Stars rating, their recent inconsistency has seen them slip to fifth. Hamburger SV enters with a solid Form rating, currently riding a five-match unbeaten streak. The Balance of the game hinges on whether Hamburg's defense, led by the exceptional shot-stopping of Daniel Heuer Fernandes, can withstand the pressure. The Stakes are massive for the visitors in their hunt for elite European football.
Key Battle
The technical battle between Fábiо Vieira and Yan Diomande will be fascinating. Vieira provides the creative spark and vision for HSV, while Diomande’s recent explosive displays suggest he is the player most likely to disrupt the hosts' defensive rhythm and create openings.
Our Prediction
Expect a cagey affair where Leipzig dominates possession. While Hamburg will remain organized and difficult to break down, the visitors' superior depth and the clinical nature of L. Openda and X. Simons should eventually tell. A narrow away win is our take, as Leipzig’s quality in the final third proves too much for the hosts to contain for 90 minutes.