Equalizer just before the end

The first really good opportunity fell to Xavi, who nearly scored in the 16th minute after a dream pass from Dani Olmo. Hoffenheim keeper Oliver Baumann made a strong save, however. Four minutes later, Peter Gulacsi had to intervene to stop a long-range shot from Andrej Kramaric. After that, both defensive lines stood firm and didn't allow much to happen.

In the 37th minute, Andrej Kramaric was in action again. The Croatian made his way into the penalty area and Peter Gulacsi was once again in the right place. RB Leipzig struck with the next move. David Raum was able to calmly cross and the incoming Benjamin Sesko headed in again to give us the half-time lead (38th).

In the second half, the home team defended higher and Andrej Kramaric, who appeared free in front of our goal, again posed a threat. Final destination? Of course, Peter Gulacsi. After just under an hour, Benjamin Henrichs tried a low shot into the far corner, but Oliver Baumann also had a good chance. Hoffenheim played more offensively, but Marius Bülter aimed too high (67').

We had to play with fewer players for the last 20 minutes or so because Xavi received a yellow-red card. RBL, however, made the spaces tight and had the opposing attacks under control. Until the 89th minute, when Andrej Kramaric finally headed in the equalizer.