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RB Leipzig thrashes TSG Hoffenheim 3-2 with goals from Nkunku, securing Bundesliga lead

Updated:2026-02-10 08:32    Views:178

RB Leipzig secured their first Bundesliga title in history after beating TSG Hoffenheim 3-2 on Saturday. The win was a thrilling climax to the season for the German club, who had been chasing down second-placed Borussia Dortmund throughout.

The match began with RB Leipzig dominating possession and creating chances for themselves, but they were unable to find the back of the net. However, in the 44th minute, they finally broke through when Nkunku scored his fourth goal of the season from a free-kick.

Hoffenheim responded immediately, equalising just three minutes later thanks to a stunning strike from substitute Yves Bochet. But RB Leipzig refused to give up and continued to press for an equaliser.

In the 79th minute, they found it with a brilliant move involving Raul Dea and Amavi, with Dea setting up a cross that was headed home by Max Kruse to secure a 2-1 lead for RB Leipzig.

Hoffenheim pulled one back in the 85th minute through a penalty awarded for handball, but it was too little, too late as RB Leipzig held on for victory and ensured they would be crowned champions of Germany for the first time.

The win was a huge boost for RB Leipzig's morale heading into next season, and the team will now focus on building upon this success and continuing to push for more honours. It was a fitting end to a fantastic campaign for the club, and one that will be remembered for years to come.



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