# RB Leipzig 2-1 Hertha BSC: Round 12 Bundesliga Win, Olmo and Szoboszlai Clinch Top-Four

RB Leipzig delivered a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Hertha BSC in the Bundesliga on Saturday, securing a crucial three points in their quest for a top-four finish this season. The match, played in front of a passionate crowd at Leipzig’s Red Bull Arena, saw the home side demonstrate their fighting spirit and clinical finishing, ultimately overcoming a resilient Hertha BSC side.

Leipzig took the lead just before halftime through a well-taken goal by their star striker, Alexander Mukhtar, who capitalized on a defensive error by Hertha BSC. Mukhtar’s strike was followed by a moment of brilliance from another young phenom, Dominik Szoboszlai, who scored the second goal with a stunning free-kick from 25 yards out. Szoboszlai, who has been instrumental in Leipzig’s success this season, once again proved his worth with a goal that left the Hertha defense in tatters.

Hertha BSC did manage to pull one back late in the second half through a header by Spanish striker JhonnyGui, but Leipzig’s defense held firm, ensuring the visitors couldn’t find an equalizer. Despite being outplayed for large stretches of the game, Hertha BSC showed flashes of their attacking potential, but their inability to capitalize on key chances proved costly.

The win extends Leipzig’s unbeaten run to five games and solidifies their position in the upper half of the Bundesliga table. With just three points separating them from fourth place after Matchday 12, Leipzig will be confident heading into their next fixtures. The performance also highlighted the importance of their star players, particularly Szoboszlai and Mukhtar, who continue to drive their team forward.

Looking ahead, Leipzig will face a tough test against Borussia Dortmund in the quarterfinals of the DFB-Pokal next week, but they’ll take immense pride in their current form. For now, though, a 2-1 victory over Hertha BSC is a well-deserved triumph, and Leipzig’s fans have every reason to believe their team can challenge for a top-four finish this season.