Marcel Schäfer backs RB Leipzig staff after back-to-back losses

RB Leipzig managing director for sport Marcel Schäfer addressed team performance on Friday following consecutive losses to Werder Bremen and Como. Despite an initial two-win start to the season, recent results prompted public and social media criticism. Schäfer acknowledged these performances fell below expectations but rejected calls for change, confirming full support for head coach Martin Demichelis. He noted that the squad experienced significant changes over the summer and has dealt with multiple player injuries. The club expects the team to develop greater cohesion as sidelined players return to the pitch. RB Leipzig now prepares for its upcoming match against bottom-placed Hamburger SV at the Red Bull Arena this Sunday.

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