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Martin Demichelis considers lineup rotation for RB Leipzig against Hamburger SV

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 12, 2026, 11:25 AM

Last updated Sep 12, 2026

Martin Demichelis considers lineup rotation for RB Leipzig against Hamburger SV

Summary

RB Leipzig head coach Martin Demichelis is considering changes to his starting lineup for Sunday’s match against Hamburger SV at the Leipzig Arena. Demichelis noted that almost his entire squad is fit and available for selection, providing flexibility for the upcoming fixture. He plans to confirm his starting XI following a final training session scheduled for Friday afternoon. Assan Ouédraogo is back in contention for a starting spot after appearing as a substitute in the recent match at Como. Conversely, Christoph Baumgartner and Rocco Reitz have been ruled out of the contest due to hamstring and muscle injuries, respectively.

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By the Numbers

•Martin Demichelis intends to determine his starting lineup after the final training session.
•Assan Ouédraogo is available for selection against Hamburger SV.
•Christoph Baumgartner is out with a torn hamstring injury.
•Rocco Reitz will miss the match due to a muscle injury.
•The match takes place Sunday at the Leipzig Arena.

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11:25 AMYahoo Sports — Demichelis hints at rotation ahead of HSV clash

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Ahead of the match against Hamburger SV, Martin Demichelis hinted that RB Leipzig may rotate their starting lineup. “With the squad we have, we can rotate. Apart from Baumi and Rocco, everyone is f...
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