RB Leipzig thrashes Eintracht Frankfurt in Bundesliga Round 18, Erling Haaland not on the scorecard

# RB Leipzig Thrashes Eintracht Frankfurt in Bundesliga Round 18

RB Leipzig delivered a commanding performance in their Bundesliga Round 18 clash against Eintracht Frankfurt, securing a 4-1 victory that underlined their growing dominance in the league. The match, held at Leipzig’s Red Bull Arena, saw the home side dominate from the first whistle, showcasing their attacking prowess and clinical finishing.

Leipzig’s forward line, led by the dynamic Anthony Modeste, was instrumental in the victory. Modeste opened the scoring in the 16th minute with a well-taken goal, and he added a second just before halftime to put Leipzig firmly in control. The hosts’ third goal came through Dominik Szoboszlai, who capitalized on a defensive error to slot home, extending Leipzig’s lead to 3-0 by the 55th minute.

Despite Frankfurt’s efforts to push back, Leipzig’s defense remained solid, led by the commanding presence of Willi Ormann. The visitors did manage to pull one back through a fine individual effort by Rafael Borbalán, but Leipzig responded quickly. A thunderous strike from Szoboszlai in the 78th minute sealed the deal, leaving no doubt about the outcome.

Erling Haaland, who was notably absent from the scorecard, was not involved in the match due to a minor injury, but Leipzig’s attacking depth proved more than enough to secure the win. The match also highlighted the growing confidence of Leipzig’s young stars, who are beginning to make their mark in the Bundesliga.

RB Leipzig’s victory moves them to 12th place in the league table, with six wins and three draws so far this season. Meanwhile, Eintracht Frankfurt slip to 10th, ending their recent momentum. With key players like Haaland and Modeste in top form, Leipzig looks like a serious contender for a top-half finish this season.

The match also served as a reminder of the depth and quality within RB Leipzig’s squad, as they continue to challenge for honors in Germany’s top flight. With two consecutive wins, Leipzig will enter the next round of fixtures with renewed confidence, signaling their intent to compete at the highest level.