Bundesliga Regular Season - 17
RB Leipzig 2 - 0 FT SC Freiburg
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
Y. Suzuki 14'
HT
P. Treu 52'
53' W. Orban (D. Raum)
↓ Y. Suzuki ↑V. Grifo 55'
56' Romulo Cardoso
60' ↓ A. Ouedraogo ↑A. Nusa
60' ↓ T. Gomis ↑Y. Diomande
↓ L. Holer ↑I. Matanovic 65'
↓ P. Treu ↑J. Beste 65'
74' ↓ Romulo Cardoso ↑C. Harder
J. Beste 77'
↓ P. Osterhage ↑D. Scherhant 85'
↓ C. Gunter ↑J. Makengo 85'
88' ↓ C. Baumgartner ↑E. Banzuzi
88' ↓ C. Lukeba ↑E. Bitshiabu
FT
Player Cards
Season performance ratings for players in this match
RB Leipzig
Goalkeepers
Péter Gulácsi 
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
93
total mins
Started
entry
Defenders
Ridle Baku 
ARCHITECT
2
key passes
2
key passes
0
assists
56%
pass acc
Willi Orbán 
SNIPER
50%
conversion
50%
conversion
1
goals
2
shots
Castello Lukeba 
NPC
88
minutes
88
minutes
77%
pass acc
6.9
rating
David Raum
ARCHITECT
5
key passes
5
key passes
1
assists
71%
pass acc
Midfielders
Xaver Schlager
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
93
total mins
Started
entry
Nicolas Seiwald
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
93
total mins
Started
entry
Christoph Baumgartner 
STORMTROOPER
3
shots
3
shots
0
goals
1
on target
Forwards
Tidiam Gomis
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
60
total mins
60
entry
Rômulo
SNIPER
100%
conversion
100%
conversion
1
goals
1
shots
Assan Ouédraogo
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
60
total mins
60
entry
BENCH
Maarten Vandevoordt 
SPECTATOR
0
saves
0
saves
0
conceded
0
minutes
Max Finkgräfe
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
0
total mins
Started
entry
El Chadaille Bitshiabu
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
5
total mins
Started
entry
Kosta Nedeljković
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
0
total mins
Started
entry
Antonio Nusa 
PROVOCATEUR
3
fouls won
3
fouls won
6
Duels Won
0
pens won
Ezechiel Banzuzi
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
5
total mins
Started
entry
Andrija Maksimović
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
0
total mins
Started
entry
Yan Diomande
ARCHITECT
3
key passes
3
key passes
0
assists
17%
pass acc
Conrad Harder
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
19
total mins
Started
entry
SC Freiburg
Goalkeepers
Noah Atubolu
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
93
total mins
Started
entry
Defenders
Lukas Kübler
STORMTROOPER
1
shots
1
shots
0
goals
0
on target
Bruno Ogbus 
SHIELD
3
blocks
3
blocks
0
interceptions
2
tackles
Anthony Jung 
SWEEPER
4
cleanups
4
cleanups
2
interceptions
2
blocks
Christian Günter
LATE SHIFT
5
late mins
5
late mins
85
total mins
85
entry
Midfielders
Maximilian Eggestein
SWEEPER
3
cleanups
3
cleanups
3
interceptions
0
blocks
Patrick Osterhage
PROVOCATEUR
2
fouls won
2
fouls won
3
Duels Won
0
pens won
Philipp Treu
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
65
total mins
65
entry
Yuito Suzuki
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
55
total mins
55
entry
Johan Manzambi
PROVOCATEUR
3
fouls won
3
fouls won
7
Duels Won
0
pens won
Forwards
Lucas Höler
PROVOCATEUR
4
fouls won
4
fouls won
9
Duels Won
0
pens won
BENCH
Florian Müller
SPECTATOR
0
saves
0
saves
0
conceded
0
minutes
Jan-Niklas Beste
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
28
total mins
Started
entry
Jordy Makengo
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
8
total mins
Started
entry
Vincenzo Grifo
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
38
total mins
Started
entry
Nicolas Höfler
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
0
total mins
Started
entry
Igor Matanović
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
28
total mins
Started
entry
Junior Adamu
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
0
total mins
Started
entry
Derry Scherhant
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
8
total mins
Started
entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/03/2025 | SC Freiburg | 0 - 0 | RB Leipzig | Bundesliga | Europa-Park Stadion |
| 26/10/2024 | RB Leipzig | 3 - 1 | SC Freiburg | Bundesliga | Red Bull Arena |
| 06/04/2024 | SC Freiburg | 1 - 4 | RB Leipzig | Bundesliga | Europa-Park Stadion |
| 12/11/2023 | RB Leipzig | 3 - 1 | SC Freiburg | Bundesliga | Leipzig Stadium |
| 06/05/2023 | SC Freiburg | 0 - 1 | RB Leipzig | Bundesliga | Europa-Park Stadion |
| 02/05/2023 | SC Freiburg | 1 - 5 | RB Leipzig | DFB Pokal | Europa-Park Stadion |
| 09/11/2022 | RB Leipzig | 3 - 1 | SC Freiburg | Bundesliga | Red Bull Arena |
| 21/05/2022 | SC Freiburg | 1 - 1 | RB Leipzig | DFB Pokal | Olympiastadion Berlin |
| 05/03/2022 | RB Leipzig | 1 - 1 | SC Freiburg | Bundesliga | Red Bull Arena |
| 16/10/2021 | SC Freiburg | 1 - 1 | RB Leipzig | Bundesliga | Europa-Park Stadion |
08/03/2025
26/10/2024
06/04/2024
12/11/2023
06/05/2023
02/05/2023
09/11/2022
21/05/2022
05/03/2022
16/10/2021
RB Leipzig Win
SC Freiburg Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 17 GD: +53
P: 17 GD: +17
P: 16 GD: +13
P: 17 GD: +7
P: 16 GD: +13
P: 16 GD: +10
P: 17 GD: -1
P: 17 GD: -2
P: 17 GD: -3
P: 17 GD: -6
P: 17 GD: -11
P: 17 GD: -4
P: 16 GD: -13
P: 16 GD: -10
P: 17 GD: -15
P: 17 GD: -12
P: 16 GD: -14
League Standings
P: 20 GD: +56
P: 19 GD: +21
P: 20 GD: +20
P: 20 GD: +10
P: 20 GD: +11
P: 19 GD: +12
P: 20 GD: -1
P: 20 GD: -5
P: 20 GD: -8
P: 20 GD: -3
P: 20 GD: -13
P: 20 GD: -9
P: 19 GD: -10
P: 20 GD: -14
P: 20 GD: -16
P: 20 GD: -10
P: 20 GD: -16
AI-powered match analysis and previews to help you decide which games are worth watching
Leipzig Siege Breaks Freiburg Resistance at Red Bull Arena
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 31/100. A three-minute blitz in the second half ensured RB Leipzig remains firmly in the hunt for the top spots after a dominant display.
The Siege of the Red Bull Arena
From the outset, RB Leipzig established an overwhelming rhythm, turning the match into a one-sided attacking siege. The Intensity of their press pinned SC Freiburg deep within their own half, as the hosts dominated possession with 63%. D. Raum was the chief architect, patrolling the left flank with relentless energy and delivering a staggering five key passes. Despite the pressure, Freiburg’s young keeper Noah Atubolu kept his side in the contest during the first period, recording five saves to deny a barrage of Leipzig efforts. The visitors struggled to find any offensive relief, managed just three total shots, and were forced to rely on a low block that eventually frayed under the constant movement of Leipzig’s frontline.
A Three-Minute Collapse
The deadlock was finally shattered in the 53rd minute when the Stakes of the match became clear. A perfectly weighted delivery from Raum found the towering W. Orban, who clinicaly headed home to give the hosts a deserved lead. Freiburg’s defensive Balance completely evaporated following the opener, and they were caught cold again just three minutes later. Romulo Cardoso pounced on a defensive lapse to double the advantage in the 56th minute, effectively ending the contest as a spectacle. This rapid-fire sequence exploited Freiburg's inability to transition quickly, leaving Christian Streich’s side looking shell-shocked. With the lead secured, Leipzig’s tactical discipline took over, ensuring the visitors never had a sniff of a comeback.
Clinical Control to the Finish
The closing stages were a masterclass in game management by Marco Rose’s men. There was no late Upset Factor to speak of, as Leipzig’s ball retention remained flawless, finishing with an 88% pass accuracy from 540 total passes. Freiburg’s offensive output was virtually non-existent, finishing the match with a dismal xG of 0.17 and only a single shot on target. The victory moves Leipzig onto 35 points, keeping them within striking distance of the summit, while Freiburg’s erratic form continues to hinder their European ambitions. For the hosts, this was a statement of intent—a performance defined by patience and precision that suggests they are more than ready for the challenges of a sustained title race in the Bundesliga.
Key Questions
What made David Raum the Man of the Match?
Raum was exceptional, providing a vital assist, creating five key passes, and maintaining a constant attacking threat from the left flank.
How is the Futmetrix Score calculated?
The Futmetrix Score (0-100) combines multiple factors: match intensity, competitive balance, stakes importance, and entertainment value to help you decide if this match is worth watching.
Leipzig seek consistency—Freiburg aim to upset the script
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 75/100. A six-pointer in the race for European football: Leipzig must prove their title credentials, while Freiburg look to cement their mid-table standing.
The Setup
The Form tells the story. Leipzig sit fourth with 29 points from 15 matches—nine wins, but two stumbles recently raise questions about their consistency. Freiburg, by contrast, exude resilience: nine points from their last five (W-D-L-W-L) signal a side refusing to fade. The Balance here is striking—Leipzig favourites, yet Freiburg's compact shape could prove problematic. The Stars favour the hosts, whose attacking potency (30 goals in 15 matches) collides with Freiburg's solid rearguard (26 conceded). Leipzig's nine-win record masks defensive fragility that the visitors will probe.
Key Battle
Leipzig's relentless pressing versus Freiburg's counter-attacking discipline—this is where the match tilts. The hosts impose early tempo and territorial control; the guests exploit spaces on the break. Whoever masters the transition game controls the narrative.
Our Prediction
Leipzig 2-1 Freiburg. The hosts break through aggressive play, but Freiburg's grit ensures a competitive contest. One goal for the visitors is probable—Leipzig's clinical finishing seals it.
Key Questions
Should I watch this match?
Absolutely. Elite attacking football meets defensive organisation—Leipzig prove their mettle, Freiburg refuse to fold.
What's the predicted outcome?
Leipzig 2-1 Freiburg. Hosts dominate possession; visitors snatch a consolation. Tight, entertaining contest.
Where are these teams in the table?
Leipzig fourth (29 points), Freiburg ninth (20 points). A clash of differing ambitions and trajectories.
What is Leipzig's current form?
Mixed. Nine wins in 15 games, but recent losses expose inconsistency at the back.
Who is expected to win?
Leipzig at 52.7% win probability. Freiburg's 23.4% underdog chance is credible; don't dismiss them.
How is the Futmetrix Score calculated?
The Futmetrix Score (0-100) combines multiple factors: match intensity, competitive balance, stakes importance, and entertainment value to help you decide if this match is worth watching.