# RB Leipzig Edge Past Hertha BSC 2-1 in Bundesliga Round 12
RB Leipzig delivered a dominant performance to secure a 2-1 victory over Hertha BSC in Matchday 12 of the Bundesliga, marking a crucial three points for the Red Bulls as they aim to solidify their position in the top half of the table.
The match kicked off at Red Bull Arena in Leipzig, with both sides looking to extend their respective winning streaks. RB Leipzig struck first in the 27th minute when Mario Olmo capitalized on a defensive error, slotting home a low shot past Hertha goalkeeper Alexander Schwol. The goal send the home crowd into a frenzy, and the Red Bulls continued to press forward, looking to build on their early dominance.
Hertha BSC responded well, with forward Kevin Volland testing RB Leipzig’s defense with a series of dangerous attacks. The visitors came close in the 35th minute when Volland fired a powerful shot from outside the box, forcing RB Leipzig goalkeeper Constantin Baum to make a stunning diving save. Despite the threat, RB Leipzig maintained control and went into halftime with a 1-0 lead.
The second half saw RB Leipzig extend their advantage in the 64th minute when Hungarian international Dominik Szoboszlai converted a penalty after he was brought down in the box by Hertha’s Fabian Reese. Szoboszlai, known for his deadly penalty skills, slotted the kick into the bottom-right corner, giving the Red Bulls a 2-0 lead.
Hertha BSC refused to back down, though, and Volland once again proved to be a thorn in RB Leipzig’s side. In the 78th minute, the RB Leipzig defense made a costly error, allowing Volland to slot home a simple finish and bring the score level at 2-1. Hertha BSC sensing a chance to snatch a point, threw everything forward in search of an equalizer, but RB Leipzig’s defense held firm.
Despite the late pressure, RB Leipzig managed to hold on for a hard-fought 2-1 victory, leaving them in seventh place with 14 points after 12 matches. The win extends their unbeaten run in Bundesliga matches and showcases their resilience after a shaky start to the season.
As the full-time whistle blew, RB Leipzig celebrated a well-deserved three points, knowing that their performance will be a boost in their quest for a top-half finish this season. Hertha BSC, meanwhile, will need to regroup and find a way to stop their momentum as they aim to climb the table.
This win was a significant scalp for RB Leipzig, and the Red Bulls will look to build on this result as they prepare for their next Bundesliga fixture against Borussia Monchengladbach. For now, however, it’s RB Leipzig who are celebrating a crucial victory in their Bundesliga campaign.