About the Club:
RasenBallsport Leipzig is a German football club based in Leipzig, Saxony. The club was founded in 2009 by the energy drink company Red Bull, which bought the playing rights of fifth-tier side SSV Markranstädt and rebranded the team as RB Leipzig.
Since its formation, RB Leipzig has enjoyed rapid success, reaching the top-tier Bundesliga just seven years after its creation. The club's rise has been met with both admiration and criticism, as some view Red Bull's ownership as a threat to the traditional structure of German football.
Despite the controversy surrounding its ownership, RB Leipzig has become a force to be reckoned with in German football. In the 2019-2020 season, the club finished third in the Bundesliga and qualified for the UEFA Champions League for the first time in its history.
The club's home ground is the Red Bull Arena, a modern stadium with a capacity of over 42,000 spectators. The stadium is located in the Leutzsch district of Leipzig and has been the home of RB Leipzig since its formation.
Leipzig has a rich football history, with several clubs playing in the Bundesliga over the years. One of the most successful and well-known clubs in the city is VfB Leipzig, which was founded in 1893 and won the German championship in 1903, becoming the first club from the former East Germany to win the title.
Another notable club in Leipzig is 1. FC Lokomotive Leipzig, which was founded in 1896 and has a strong rivalry with VfB Leipzig. The two clubs have a long history of competing against each other, and their matches are known as the "Leipzig Derby."
In recent years, RB Leipzig has emerged as the dominant football club in the city, attracting top talents from around the world and establishing itself as a top contender in the Bundesliga. With its young and ambitious team, the club is poised to continue its success and make a name for itself in European football.
Despite its relatively short history, RB Leipzig has already made a significant impact on German football and has become a household name in Leipzig. Whether you love them or hate them, there is no denying the club's influence and its role in shaping the future of German football.