RB Leipzig Reaches DFB Cup Quarterfinals with Victory Over St. Pauli
Leipzig Cruises Past St. Pauli, Secures Quarterfinal Berth
RB Leipzig has advanced to the quarterfinals of the DFB Cup after a convincing 3-1 victory over FC St. Pauli on Wednesday night. The Bundesliga leaders dominated the match from start to finish, showcasing their attacking prowess and defensive solidity.
Leipzig opened the scoring in the 19th minute through Timo Werner, who latched onto a through ball from Christopher Nkunku and slotted it home with aplomb. The German international doubled Leipzig's lead just before halftime, capitalizing on a defensive error to fire into an empty net.
St. Pauli pulled one back in the second half through an unlikely source: goalkeeper Nikola Vasilj. The Montenegrin custodian came up for a corner and headed in the equalizer, sending a shockwave through the Red Bull Arena.
Forsberg Seals the Deal for Leipzig
However, Leipzig restored their two-goal advantage in the 75th minute. Substitute Emil Forsberg, who had come on for Werner just minutes earlier, connected with a cross from Benjamin Henrichs and headed it past Vasilj to seal the victory for the visitors.
The win extends Leipzig's unbeaten run in all competitions to 16 games. They will now face Augsburg in the quarterfinals, hoping to continue their quest for their first major trophy since their promotion to the Bundesliga in 2016.
Key Stats
- Leipzig had 65% possession and 21 shots on goal, compared to St. Pauli's 35% and 7 shots.
- Werner's goals were his 9th and 10th in the DFB Cup this season, making him the competition's top scorer.
- Leipzig has reached the DFB Cup quarterfinals for the fourth consecutive season.
Conclusion
RB Leipzig's victory over St. Pauli was a testament to their quality and determination. They controlled the match throughout, showcasing their attacking firepower and defensive resilience. With their quarterfinal berth secured, Leipzig will now turn their attention to the Bundesliga, where they remain in the title race.
