Martin Demichelis criticizes RB Leipzig defense after 4-1 loss to Como

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Martin Demichelis criticizes RB Leipzig defense after 4-1 loss to Como
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RB Leipzig head coach Martin Demichelis addressed a 4-1 loss to Como on Wednesday night, citing defensive errors and a lack of squad cohesion. Demichelis identified the first two goals as defensive mistakes while noting the challenge of integrating eight new players into the starting roster. He credited Como for their performance, highlighting the benefit of a three-year established squad identity that his own team currently lacks. Despite an increase in ball possession during the second half, Leipzig conceded following a successful opening attack from their opponents. The team intends to depart from the match site to begin preparations for an upcoming fixture against Hamburger SV.

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  • RB Leipzig lost 4-1 to Como on Wednesday.
  • Martin Demichelis cited defensive errors as the primary cause for the loss.
  • The manager noted the difficulty of managing a squad with eight new players.
  • RB Leipzig is scheduled to face Hamburger SV in their next fixture.
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  • 10:14 PMYahoo SportsDemichelis bemoans collapse against Como: "The first two goals were gifts"
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RB Leipzig's Martin Demichelis has put tonight's chastening 4-1 defeat to Como down to poor defending and a lack of understanding.“It’s difficult to give a proper analysis right now. The opponent ...

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