LEIPZIG, Germany (March 20, 2026) (Interstat) — RB Leipzig opened its Bundesliga season with a commanding 5-0 victory over Hoffenheim on Friday at Red Bull Arena.

The hosts overwhelmed the visitors early, with midfielders Brajan Gruda and Christoph Baumgartner each scoring two first-half goals. Gruda opened the scoring in the 17th minute, followed by Baumgartner in the 21st and 30th. Gruda added his second just before halftime in the 44th minute. Substitute Bernardo provided an assist.

The result defied the pregame projection from Interstat, which gave Leipzig a 62.4% chance to win and forecast a 2-1 scoreline. Hoffenheim, held scoreless, began its campaign with a loss.