Leopold RB Leipzig beats VfL Bochum 3-0: Szoboszlai scores, Nkunku makes a crucial assist.

# Leopold RB Leipzig beats VfL Bochum 3-0: Szoboszlai scores, Nkunku makes a crucial assist.

RB Leipzig delivered a dominating performance in their Bundesliga clash against VfL Bochum, securing a 3-0 victory. The match, played at Leipzig’s Red Bull Arena, saw the home team dictate the pace from the start and ultimately run away with the game.

## Match Summary

The first half was dominated by Leipzig, who displayed sharp passing and clinical finishing. Bochum struggled to contain the Leipzig attack, particularly targeting the overlapping runs of right-back Angelino. The 20-year-old played a key role in the opening goal, cutting inside and delivering a cross that found the head of Szoboszlai, who powered a header past Bochum goalkeeper Michael Esser in the 16th minute.

Leipzig’s second goal came just 10 minutes later. A well-worked move saw Nkunku, who had replaced the injured Christopher Nkou, deliver a pinpoint cross into the box. Szoboszlai, this time a right-foot shot, fired the ball into the bottom corner, giving the hosts a 2-0 lead. Bochum, despite their defensive efforts, couldn’t respond effectively, and Leipzig’s control never waned.

In the second half, Leipzig’s third goal arrived in the 68th minute. A perfectly timed through ball from Nkunku found Angelino, who squared the ball for Forsberg. The Swedish midfielder made no mistake, slotting the ball into the net from 12 yards out.

## Key Players

1. **Dominik Szoboszlai**: The Hungarian midfielder was the star of the show, scoring twice and creating chances for his teammates. His combination play with Nkunku was a constant threat to Bochum’s defense.

2. **Eduard Nkunku**: The young striker played a pivotal role in the goals. His assist for Szoboszlai’s first goal and his through ball for Forsberg’s strike highlighted his influence on the match.

3. **Angelino**: The right-back was a constant attacking threat with his overlapping runs and crosses, which played a crucial part in creating Leipzig’s goals.

4. **Marcel Sabitzer**: Although he didn’t score, Sabitzer’s work rate and composure in midfield helped Leipzig maintain possession and control.

## Post-Match Reactions

Leipzig head coach Julian Nagelsmann praised his side’s performance, stating, “We controlled the game from the first minute and showed our quality. Dominik and Eduard were outstanding, and the entire team worked hard for this victory.”

Fans inside the Red Bull Arena erupted in celebration, with chants of “Leipzig, Leipzig” ringing through the stadium. The win moves the team closer to securing a top-four finish in the Bundesliga table.

In contrast, Bochum’s coach, Thomas Reul, admitted, “We couldn’t keep up with Leipzig’s intensity and creativity. We need to work on our defensive organization and attacking efficiency to compete at this level.”

As the full-time whistle blew, Leipzig celebrated a well-deserved victory, their third win in a row, while Bochum’s form continues to fluctuate. The match underscored the gulf in quality between Leipzig and their Bundesliga rivals, but also highlighted the young talent emerging in Germany’s top tier.