"The Leipzig team who will face Bayern on Saturday are no longer the same side who were thrashed 6-0 at the Allianz Arena in the season opener, as the Leipzig coach stressed: "We believe in ourselves. We want to show we've developed and are a step further on than we were six months ago. We'll be looking for our chances," explained Ole Werner. In fact, the look of the team has changed, with the burden of the departures of former key players Xavi Simons and Loïs Openda, who were still there for the clash on the first matchday, being spread across several shoulders."
"And the defence has gained stability again too. Just 13 goals have been added to the half-dozen conceded in that game - only Borussia Dortmund (12) conceded fewer during the same period (Bayern also conceded 13). The Saxons are now looking to make amends, especially in their own stadium. "We're a completely different side than we were in our last match against Bayern," said captain David Raum: "We're playing at home and will approach the game with courage.""
RB Leipzig have evolved since their 6-0 defeat at the Allianz Arena, with attacking responsibility spread after Xavi Simons and Loïs Openda left. Defensive stability has returned, with just 13 goals conceded since that match, a figure bettered only by Borussia Dortmund in the same period. Home form is strong: seven wins from eight Bundesliga home matches, placing the Red Bulls second in the home table behind Bayern. Recent 2-0 victory over SC Freiburg boosted confidence. The team plans to approach the rematch with courage, seek chances, and demonstrate clear development compared to six months ago.
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