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RB Leipzig 2026/27 season preview: Will Christopher Nkunku return to his best under Martín Demichelis?
RB Leipzig have had to deal with a host of changes on and off the pitch in the last 20 months, but with Martín Demichelis taking charge, the return of Christopher Nkunku and a solid foundation to build on, the Red Bulls will be hoping for success again this campaign.
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RB Leipzig
2025/26 finish: 3rd
Pre-season results: 2-1 win vs. Altglienicke, 1-0 win vs. Ingolstadt, 4-0 win vs. Verl, 2-0 loss vs. Leeds, 3-1 loss vs. Bayern Munich
First three fixtures: Borussia Mönchengladbach (H), Werder Bremen (A), Hamburg (H)
What to expect?
Xavi Simons and Yan Diomande are among several star names who have left Leipzig in the past 20 months. However, the Red Bulls remain in a strong position ahead of the new season, with UEFA Champions League football to look forward to once again and the prospect of challenging across the board domestically.
The squad remains full of exciting young talent, including Antonio Nusa, Assan Ouédraogo and Castello Lukeba, with a few older heads to provide a strong base for success.
Watch: Bayern Munich 3-1 RB Leipzig - pre-season highlights
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