SCOUTING RB LEIPZIG: The chances conceded explain their uneven start

Mehedi Hassan analyzes RB Leipzig's uneven start under manager Martín Demichelis, noting that while their attack is prolific, high-quality chances conceded explain their inconsistent results. Through six Bundesliga matches, Leipzig recorded three wins and three defeats, scoring 16 non-penalty goals from 12.5 non-penalty expected goals (npxG). Christopher Nkunku leads their scoring output with four goals, but defensive vulnerabilities have seen them concede 9.9 npxG and 11 non-penalty goals.

The analysis highlights that Leipzig have spent almost as much time trailing (237 minutes) as leading (248 minutes). Under Demichelis's 4-3-3 setup, Leipzig maintain territorial control through extensive possession and rank high in open-play passing. However, their pressing intensity ranks 11th in the league, allowing opponents space that compromises their defensive high line despite impressive creative output led by David Raum and Antonio Nusa.