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Rocco Reitz makes debut for RB Leipzig in Telekom-Cup match

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Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Rocco Reitz makes debut for RB Leipzig in Telekom-Cup match
Summary

Rocco Reitz debuted for RB Leipzig on August 15 during the Telekom-Cup, entering in the 58th minute against Bayern Munich. Leipzig lost the match 3-1, but Reitz expressed happiness about his performance and acknowledged the challenges of playing against strong opponents. Having joined from Borussia Mönchengladbach, Reitz faced a delayed start to pre-season due to illness. Ahead of Leipzig's first competitive match, he highlighted the team's need for determination as they prepare to face Eintracht Trier in the DFB-Pokal on August 21.

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  • •Rocco Reitz played his first match for RB Leipzig in the Telekom-Cup.
  • •Leipzig lost to Bayern Munich 3-1.
  • •Reitz joined Leipzig this summer from Borussia Mönchengladbach.
  • •The team prepares for a DFB-Pokal match against Eintracht Trier on August 21.
  • •Reitz emphasizes the need for grit in the upcoming competitive fixture.
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  • 9:44 AMYahoo Sports — Rocco Reitz after debut: "It was quite a challenge"
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On Saturday, Rocco Reitz was rewarded for his hard work in pre-season. In the 58th minute of the Telekom-Cup, our summer signing was brought on for Nicolas Seiwald and played his first half an hour in...

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