RB Leipzig secured their second consecutive Bundesliga victory over Mainz 05 with a commanding 2-0 result on Sunday afternoon. The win came at the expense of the hosts, who struggled to create any meaningful chances throughout the match.
Oliver Kehrer was the standout performer for RB Leipzig, securing a clean sheet for his side with some impressive defending in the first half. He was particularly strong in the air, winning several aerial duels and preventing Mainz from getting into good positions.
In the second half, Nkunku and Erling Haaland combined to score the two goals that sealed the deal for RB Leipzig. Nkunku's header in the 66th minute put RB Leipzig ahead, while Haaland scored in the 79th minute after being played through by Nkunku.
The victory means that RB Leipzig have now won six of their last seven matches in all competitions, and they remain firmly in the running for the top spot in the Bundesliga table. Mainz, meanwhile, will be disappointed with their performance against such a formidable opponent.
Overall, it was a dominant display from RB Leipzig, who showed why they are one of the most dangerous teams in Europe this season. They continue to be a force to be reckoned with in the Bundesliga, and fans can look forward to more exciting games in the future.