1. FC Köln – RB Leipzig

A clash awaits at the RheinEnergieStadion as 12th‑placed 1. FC Köln host fifth‑place RB Leipzig in what could be a decisive test for both sides. Köln have gathered four points from three games, their lone win offset by a draw and a loss, leaving them with a –2 goal difference after scoring five and conceding seven. Leipzig sit two places above them with six points, unbeaten in the league so far, boasting a healthy +6 margin from nine goals for and just three against. The visitors will be looking to extend their early‑season momentum, while the hosts will hope to turn their modest return of points into a much‑needed boost in the table.