Demichelis' Leipzig debut ends in dream win

New boss Martín Demichelis savors a perfect start as Leipzig thrash Gladbach.

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Borussia Mönchengladbach

What happened. RB Leipzig cruised to a 3-0 victory over Borussia Mönchengladbach in Martín Demichelis' first Bundesliga match as head coach.

• Ridle Baku opened the scoring with his 25th Bundesliga goal.
• Antonio Nusa curled in a stunning strike from the edge of the box.
• Rocco Reitz scored against his former club from Nkunku's pass.

“I'll never forget today”

— Martín Demichelis

Early signs suggest Demichelis' free-flowing, high-octane style could make Leipzig title contenders this season.

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