This Sunday, midfielder Christoph Baumgartner took center stage by netting two goals, guiding RB Leipzig to a 2-1 victory against Cologne in Matchday 21 of the Bundesliga. Baumgartner opened the scoring in the 28th minute with a stunning play, igniting celebrations for his team. He later sealed the win by scoring again in the 55th minute, ensuring Leipzig’s three points. Jan Thielmann briefly equalized for Cologne just five minutes into the second half.
Christoph Baumgartner’s performance marked him as the standout player of the match, as he not only scored twice but also attempted two shots on goal. Xaver Schlager also showcased his skills, contributing significantly to the team’s midfield stability.
Cologne’s manager, Lukas Kwasniok, opted for a 4-3-3 formation, featuring Marvin Schwäbe in goal; Jan Thielmann, Sebastian Sebulonsen, Cenk Ozkacar, and Kris Lund in defense; Ísak Jóhannesson, Eric Martel, and Tom Krauss in the midfield; along with Jakub Kaminski, Ragnar Ache, and Said El Mala leading the attack.
Meanwhile, RB Leipzig, managed by Ole Werner, also lined up in a 4-3-3 setup, with Péter Gulácsi guarding the net; Benjamin Henrichs, Willi Orban, Nicolas Seiwald, and David Raum in the backline; Brajan Gruda, Xaver Schlager, and Christoph Baumgartner in midfield; and Yan Diomande, Rômulo, and Antonio Nusa up front.
The match was officiated by referee Frank Willenborg at the Rhein Energie Stadion. Looking ahead, Cologne will travel to Stuttgart for their next match, while RB Leipzig is set to face Wolfsburg at home.
This win places RB Leipzig firmly in fourth place with 39 points, whereas Cologne remains in tenth with 23 points.
Cologne Substitutions
67’ 2H – Ísak Jóhannesson out for Marius Bülter
77’ 2H – Kris Lund out for Luca Waldschmidt
89’ 2H – Jan Thielmann out for Felipe Chávez and Ragnar Ache out for Fynn Schenten
Yellow Card for Cologne:
12’ 2H Jan Thielmann
RB Leipzig Substitutions
63’ 2H – Rômulo out for Conrad Harder and Benjamin Henrichs out for Ridle Baku
81’ 2H – Brajan Gruda out for Ezechiel Banzuzi and Yan Diomande out for Tidiam Gomis
95’ 2H – Antonio Nusa out for Max Finkgrafe
Yellow Cards for RB Leipzig:
3’ 2H Ole Werner, 30’ 2H Christoph Baumgartner, 30’ 2H David Raum, 45’ 2H Ezechiel Banzuzi, 48’ 2H Péter Gulácsi