RB Leipzig secured a 3-1 victory over 1. FC Köln in a compelling Bundesliga matchday four encounter at the Red Bull Arena. The home side began assertively, creating early opportunities that culminated in a goal in the 13th minute. Youngster Ouedraogo initially saw his effort saved by Köln goalkeeper Schwäbe, but he reacted swiftly to slot the rebound into the net.
Köln responded swiftly, with Thielmann leveling the score in the 23rd minute. A well-placed pass from Martel set up Thielmann, who fired a precise shot past Leipzig’s Gulacsi.
Leipzig maintained control of the game but faced increasingly dangerous counter-attacks from Köln. Just before halftime, the home side regained the lead, with Romulo finding the back of the net after Schwäbe had initially parried a strong Leipzig attack. Raum then extended the advantage in added time, curling a free kick expertly into the top corner.
The second half saw Leipzig continue to dominate possession, with Romulo and Orban both narrowly missing opportunities. Köln’s substitute, Ache, had a chance to reduce the deficit in the 60th minute, but his close-range shot went wide.
Despite periods of concerted effort from both sides, neither team added to their total and Leipzig ultimately claimed a deserved three points. The result lifts Leipzig to second place in the Bundesliga standings, while Köln slips to fourth.
