BL: Bayer takes the lead, Openda enjoys RB Leipzig

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By: Manu Tournoux

BL: Bayer takes the lead, Openda enjoys RB Leipzig

The 8th day of the Bundesliga continued this Saturday with 5 matches on the program. The opportunity for Bayer to regain the lead in the championship thanks to its victory at Wolsbourg 2-1. The Leverkusen club is one point ahead of the surprise at the start of the season, Stuttgart. Still led by an incredible Serhou Guirassy, ​​scorer for the 14th time in the league, but who was then injured, the Roten won 3-0 on the pitch at Union Berlin.

While waiting for Bayern Munich to travel to Mainz later in the day, RB Leipzig also had a quiet afternoon. Thanks to a double from Openda, the RBL won in Darmstadt 3-1 and moved up to 5th place in the Bundesliga. Finally, in the last two meetings, Freiburg won at home over Bochum 2-1, while Eintracht Frankfurt beat Hoffenheim 3-1.

Today’s results:

Freiburg 2 – 1 Bochum: Doan (26th), Grifo (sp 45th+2); Paciencia (15th)

Darmstadt 1 – 3 RB Leipzig : Kempe (sp 32nd); Openda (1st, 72nd), Forsberg (24th)

Wolfsburg 1 – 2 Bayer Leverkusen : Lacroix (41st); Frimpong (13th), Grimaldo (62nd)

Union Berlin 0 – 3 Stuttgart : Guirassy (16th), Wamangituka (81st), Undav (88th)

Hoffenheim 1 – 3 Eintracht Frankfurt : Beier (3rd); Marmoush (11th), Knauff (23rd), Skhiri (45th+3)

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Manu Tournoux is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Manu discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, Manu's expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Manu enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans. Feel free to follow Manu on Twitter and interact with him as he shares his expert opinions, insights, and love for French football.

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