RB Leipzig's 2-1 victory over Borussia Dortmund in Bundesliga Round 8 narrows their gap with the top of the league thanks to Nkunku's goal.

Updated:2025-12-14 08:02    Views:185

On Saturday, RB Leipzig secured a thrilling 2-1 victory over their rivals Borussia Dortmund in the Bundesliga Round 8 match. The game saw both teams playing at full strength and was a closely contested affair.

In the first half, Dortmund had the better of the opening exchanges, creating numerous opportunities for themselves but failing to convert them into goals. RB Leipzig, on the other hand, were also creating chances, but it was their forward player, Timo Werner, who came closest to scoring in the first half.

However, in the second half, things took a turn for the better for RB Leipzig. In the 65th minute, they scored a crucial goal through the talented Frenchman, Nkunku. His goal gave RB Leipzig a lead that they held onto until the end of the match.

The win means that RB Leipzig has now narrowed the gap between themselves and the top of the league table. They currently sit three points behind leaders Bayern Munich, who have played one more match than RB Leipzig. This result is sure to give hope to the fans of RB Leipzig, who will be hoping that they can continue their winning streak as they head into the final quarter of the season.

Overall, it was a fantastic display of football from both sides. Both teams showed great skill and determination, and it was clear that this was a close and exciting match. It will certainly be interesting to see how the rest of the Bundesliga season unfolds, and whether or not RB Leipzig can continue their winning form.