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That's going to conclude our coverage of today's match.
Once again, Leipzig beat Tottenham 3-0 on the night, and 4-0 on aggregate, to advance the Champions League quarterfinals.
I'm Drew Pells. Thanks for joining us.
Make sure to join us again tomorrow for the second legs of Liverpool vs Atletico Madrid (0-1) and PSG vs Borussia Dortmund (1-2).
What next?
Leipzig advance to the quarterfinals of the Champions League and will wait for the draw to find out their opponents.
The draw will take place on Friday March 20th.
It's an open draw, meaning any two teams can get drawn together, even from the same group from the group stages or from the same country.
Spurs exit the competition disappointingly early, especially after reaching last year's final.Nagelsmann Sets Record
Julian Nagelsmann, often compared to Mourinho, with today's win becomes the youngest manager to win a UCL knockout tie.
Julian Nagelsmann steers RB Leipzig to their first ever Champions League quarter-finals 🔴⚪️
— Football Index (@FootballIndex) March 10, 2020
At 32 years and 231 days, he's the youngest manager in the competition's history to progress from a knockout tie 👶
Dark horses for this year's competition? 🐎#RBLTOT #UCL pic.twitter.com/9Pd4Jh6Inw
Leipzig Twitter Trolling Mourinho
Into the quarterfinals for the first time in our history 💪
— RB Leipzig English (@RBLeipzig_EN) March 10, 2020
We think we are special ones...
🔴⚪ #DieRotenBullen #RBLSPURS pic.twitter.com/pXOUL9Roe5
Celebrations!
The Leipzig fans roar at the final whistle as they win their first ever home Champions League's game and knockout tie.
Off to the quarterfinals of the world's premier club competition
¡Se acabó!
— TUDN USA (@TUDNUSA) March 10, 2020
Leipzig le pasa por encima al Tottenham de Mourinho y logra clasificarse a Cuartos de Final de Champions por primera vez en su historia. 😎@DieRotenBullen 3(4)-(0)0 @SpursOfficial #ChampionsLeague | #Leipzig | #Tottenham pic.twitter.com/F27niMTGH2
Full Time
Full time, Leipzig win 3-0 on the night, 4-0 on aggregate and advance to the first UCL quarterfinal appearance in club history.
Marcel Sabitzer's early brace set the tone for what would be a commanding and comfortable win for Leipzig.
Emil Forsberg padded the lead with his first touch of the match finding the back of the net moments after he subbed on.
As for last year's finalists, they was no second half comeback magic like last year's semifinals. Instead, Spurs shows virtually not threat on the attack, only making their way into Leipzig's box a handful of time.
Leipzig thoroughly deserved to advanced after two commanding and comfortable wins in each of the two legs.
90+5'
Gedson Fernandes has the space to dribble towards the box and fires from distance. Easy save for Gulasci
90+1 Spurs Sub
17 year old Malachi Fagan-Walcott subs on for Spurs, replacing Serge Aurier
90' 6 Minutes Of Stoppage time
The 4th official indicates six minutes of stoppage time after some injury pauses earlier in the half
87' Goal! Forsberg
Immediately after his introduction, Forsberg scores!
Angeliño's cross falls to Tyler Adams whose shot gets blocked by Sessegnon.
Forsberg crashes on to the ball, shoots, and scores
3-0 to Leipzig, 4-0 on aggregate
¡Gooooooool del Leipzig!
— TUDN USA (@TUDNUSA) March 10, 2020
Goleada alemana que sin piedad elimina al Tottenham de Mourinho de la Champions.@DieRotenBullen 3(4)-(0)0 @SpursOfficial #ChampionsLeague | #Leipzig | #Tottenham
🔴 En vivo 👉 https://t.co/sYmBs6H9XG pic.twitter.com/hkw3IWbMf4
87'
Forsberg subs on for Sabitzer
84'
Upamecano makes another fantastic run to lead the attack, this time through the middle of the park.
He lays off for Haidara, but continues his run into the box. Haidara tires to thread it through, but it's a bit too heavy and Lloris brings it it
82'
Tanganga makes a big block, but gets the wind knocked out of him. Thankfully he did not get hit in the face or head.
He's okay to continue
80' Tottenham Sub
Gedson Fernandes comes on for Giovani Lo Celso. Fernandes played in the Champions League for Benfica in the group stage, now making his Spurs debut in the competition
75'
Even the RB Leipzig twitter is bored with the second half
15 minutes away. Come on, lads!
— RB Leipzig English (@RBLeipzig_EN) March 10, 2020
🔴⚪ #DieRotenBullen #RBLSPURS 2-0 (75') pic.twitter.com/yTOWD7OsUt
74'
Dele Alli shot saved!
Lucas Moura got free behind Leipzig on the left side and drives into the box.
Dele Alli doesn't get a great touch and his shot is easily saved by Gulacsi. First real threat from Spurs the entire half
72' Sabitzer yellow card
Sabitzer cynically pulls down Dele and gets a yellow card
71' Dele Alli yellow card
Dele Alli yellow card
68' Tanganga yellow card
Tanganga yellow card for intentionally pulling down Werner
67'
Centerback Upamecano makes an uncharacteristic good run and leads the attack along the right.
Slides a well weighted pass to Haidara, but nothing comes of it
63'
Winks with a great ball over the top to find Sessegnon wide. His cross is too far ahead, but gets cleared for a corner
Lo Celso's corner doesn't beat the first man
62'
Schick whiffs on a cross as Leipzig go coast to coast up field. A good build up and team play, but the final ball leads to nothing
60'
Werner shoots over the bar!
The German got on the attack and had Dier retreating, but as he cut inside for a better angle to shoot, he leaned back and skied it
59' Leipzig sub
Nkunku comes off for Amadou Haidara
58'
Lucas Moura shoots from range and skies it
Spurs really struggling to create anything
57'
Werner releases Schick on the left side, but he skies the shot when he gets within range
55' Leipzig sub
American Tyler Adams subs on for Nordi Mukiele
52'
Mukiele takes a deflected ball to the face and is down on the ground.
He leaves the game and is stretchered off. Hopefully he's okay and this is just precautionary
50' Yellow card Laimer
Lamier gets a yellow card for a professional foul with Spurs having space to attack
49'
Werner has Spurs on their heels, but has nowhere to go and dribbles into a wall. Loses any threat on the attack
48'
Lo Celso threads a pass for an onrunning Sessegnon, but Leipzig clear it.
Spurs playing a bit slower, but trying to breakdown Leipzig early in the second stanza
2nd half begins
Spurs out early, waiting for Leipzig
With both teams back out and ready, we're here for the 2nd half kick off
No changes for either sideHalftime Leipzig 2-0 Tottenham
Marcel Sabitzer is leading the way for Leipzig with both goals as they hit the interval up 2-0 on Tottenham.
Leipzig have controlled the game and dictated tempo. Also, they have created the most chances, constantly getting in behind Spurs' backline.
Tottenham need three goals, but don't look like scoring even one.
But this is exactly how it happened against Ajax last year.
There's a chance, but a slim one
45+1 Winks Yellow card
Harry Winks get the yellow card for a tactical foul on Laimer to stop the counter attack
45'
Diving save from Lloris!
Mukiele goes for the spectacular, but mishits the bicycle kick.
The clearance attempt deflected of Schick and rolled to the corner causing the scramble from Lloris
43'
Wasted chance by Leipzig
Schick and Werner make the same run, so Sabitzer's threaded pass finds no one and the attack dies out
Lo Celos shot saved!
Gulascsi dives to the far post and saves at full stretch to deny Lo Celso who created the space needed when cutting into the box
38'
Upamecano with a poor giveaway, but Spurs can't take advantage and lose possession immediately after
34' Yellow card to Sessegnon
Spurs' Ryan Sessgnon with the first cautio of the game for a hard foul, catching Mukiele with his studs
32'
Werner gets on the ball deep and drives towards goal. Fires a shot for the top corner from outside the box but misses very high and very wide. Out for a goal kick
29'
Werner shot blocked by Lloris after another wide attack from Leipzig
27'
Moura losses the ball going against Klosterman and Leipzig go on the break. A cross from wide finds no one and the attack fizzles out
26'
Leipzig on another attack and Laimer's cross headed out by Alderweireld
Angeliño's short corner handled by Spurs and cleared. Leipzig recycle the ball back to the keeper to reset
25'
Another Leipzig attack leads to a corner
Nukuku's corner headed out by Spurs easily
24'
Serge Aurier heads wide and high to end a promising Spurs attack
21' Sabitzer Goal!
Sabitzer scores again!
Angeliño once again gets behind the defense and he crosses for Sabitzer making a near post run.
The captain then heads it near post. Lloris gets a hand on it, but can't keep it out
2-0 on the night and 3-0 on aggregate to Leipzig
Marcel Sabitzer strikes again, and Tottenham needs three goals to avoid a last-16 ouster #UCL
— Planet Fútbol (@si_soccer) March 10, 2020
(via @TUDNUSA) pic.twitter.com/kpK2jMCTaj
19' Werner goal! Offside!
Werner sent the crowd into a frenzy, but it's ruled offside
Leipzig come on the counter and Angeliño broke free on the left, sent in a beautiful cross that Werner tapped home from inside the 6 yard box.
But he was correctly flagged for offside
18'
Lamela with a dangerous cross cleared by Upamecano for a corner
Lamela's corner cleared easily
17'
Tanganga gives the ball away cheaply and Spurs almost get punished
13'
Mukiele shot just wide!
A Laimer cross gets deflected by the Spurs defense and Mukiele tries to volley, but hits the side netting.
No Extra Time Now
Sabitzer's goal means there will be no extra time tonight.
Spurs must score two and can advance on away goals, or either team can win outright
10' Sabitzer Goal!
Leipzig lead 1-0 after a goal from Marcel Sabitzer
Leipzig again got behind the Spurs defense and Konrad Laimer cut it back for Timo Werner's whose first shot was blocked. But he got back on it and centered a pass to Sabitzer for an assist
GOAL LEIPZIG! Marcel Sabitzer makes it 1-0 on the day, 2-0 on aggregate over Tottenham in the #UCL last 16 with a low blast from 20 yards
— Planet Fútbol (@si_soccer) March 10, 2020
(via @TUDNUSA) pic.twitter.com/TpAGJPcXp9
6'
Quick throw in and Leipzig get in behind Tottenham.
Werner and Schick swarmed in the box. The ball falls to Angeliño and his shot is blocked and cleared
Early threats from both sides
5'
Dele Alli runs onto a ball behind the defense and crosses it for Lamela, but too far ahead.
Attack breaks down
1'
Dier's poor backpass goes past the byline for an early Leipzig corner
Corner cleared easily by Spurs
Kick Off
And we're off.
Tottenham have the challenge of overcoming a 1-0 deficit. Away goals do count as the first tiebreaker, then extra time. And penalties if needed
A chance to make history. Let's go, Leipzig! 🐂❤️
— RB Leipzig English (@RBLeipzig_EN) March 10, 2020
🔴⚪ #DieRotenBullen #RBLSPURS 0-0 (1') pic.twitter.com/fLXGKzEfLo
@ChrisSkinner2 is digging Red Bull Arena. Not as much as his beloved new White Hart Lane, though, of course
Odds To Advance
May the odds be ever in your favor...because it's one sided at this point
Tottenham's comeback history
Tottenham enter the tie down 1-0 on aggregate. The last time they came back from a first leg European deficit to win a tie?
The last one, last season against Ajax in the semifinals
8 - Spurs have been eliminated from eight of their last 10 major UEFA European knockout ties after losing the first leg, although they overturned a deficit the last time this happened in last season’s Champions League (0-1 first leg, 3-2 second leg v Ajax). Crunch. pic.twitter.com/XKHQO5i1yk
— OptaJoe (@OptaJoe) March 10, 2020
Landmark Game For Werner
Timo Werner is arguably one of the best players in RB Leipzig's short history.
Today, he hits a milestone with impressive numbers to show for his time with the club.
Timo Werner brings up game number 1️⃣5️⃣0️⃣ for RB Leipzig tonight!
— Football on BT Sport (@btsportfootball) March 10, 2020
His record for Die Roten Bullen is sensational 🤩🔥 pic.twitter.com/paDo37Kmfk
Leipzig XI
Leipzig XI to face Spurs
Red Bull Arena
Leipzig's home stadium is lit and ready for its first ever UCL knockout home match
No better place for a #UCL home game 😍🏟️
— RB Leipzig English (@RBLeipzig_EN) March 10, 2020
🔴⚪ #DieRotenBullen #RBLSPURS pic.twitter.com/P4BfpM791y
Spurs XI
📋 Lloris (C), Aurier, Alderweireld, Dier, Tanganga, Sessegnon, Winks, Lo Celso, Lamela, Lucas, Dele
— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) March 10, 2020
📱 @WilliamHill latest (18+) https://t.co/UfczQQjeU1 #UCL ⚪️ #COYS pic.twitter.com/3OyX1RUy8i
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Key Matchups
Timo Werner vs whoever starts at center back
Spurs have seen a constant shuffling of defenders almost every game. If that continues, look for Werner to exploit a potentially weak pairing at the back. Even if longtime center backs Jan Vertonghen and Toby Alderweireld start, still look for Werner to cause havoc.
Who will win midfield battle?
Leipzig have a strong midfield anchored by Marcel Sabitzer. Spurs on the other hand constantly chop and change in the middle of the park. The one constant, though, has been Giovani Lo Celso, whose creative spark will certainly be needed. Dele Alli will also have to play well, likely as a 10.
Spurs Familiar With 2nd Leg Comebacks
Did you see the Champions League semifinals last year? If not, there's a refresher below. But Tottenham aren't exactly immune to second leg comebacks in the knockout stages.
Paging Lucas Moura. Paging Lucas Moura. You're needed in Leipzig.
Is a comeback likely? No. Possible? Yes.A night no Spurs fan will ever, EVER forget 🙌
— Football on BT Sport (@btsportfootball) November 20, 2019
Those emotional post-match scenes after Tottenham's incredible comeback against Ajax...
Mauricio Pochettino performing miracles 💙pic.twitter.com/Rt2VYWAf1O
Mourinho Optimistic?
After the draw against Burnley, Mourinho criticized midfielder and record signing Tanguy Ndombele publicly in the media, with many seeing it as unnecessary and unwise.
Now, he's showing a bit more optimism. In his prematch presser, the manager said he feels a "connection with ‘To Dare Is To Do’ [Tottenham's club motto]. Tomorrow is a time to give everything. We win or we leave everything we have on that pitch.”
Will those comments inspire his side?
Tottenham Recent Form
Spurs enter the match in wretched form. During the weekend, they drew 1-1 at Burnley and never even sniffed of scoring. Dele Alli's spot kick counts, but it wasn't from open play.
Before that, manager Jose Mourinho's side crashed out of the FA Cup at home on penalties to bottom of the Premier League Norwich City.
Spurs have not been able to score, defend, or command games of late. This is a tough opponent to begin doing all those things against with ease.
Tottenham Squad Notes
Tottenham have quite the injury list at the moment. Forwards Harry Kane and Heung-min Son are both out til the end of the season.
January signing Steven Bergwijn suffered an ankle injury late on against Burnley during the weekend and will also miss this match.
Moussa Sissoko will also miss, the midfielder having not played in 2020.
Ben Davies' hamstring looks to make him unavailable as well.
Leipzig Squad Notes
Naglesmann declared striker Timo Werner fit to start. During the weekend against Wolfsburg, he subbed on for the last half hour, not starting as a precautionary measure for a slight knock.
No other major injuries concern the team now.
Nagelsmann's Prematch Quotes
Nagelsmann, despite several injuries, had nothing but praise for his opponents in his prematch conference.
He said, "It is still a good team with a lot of good players" in reference to the Spurs players that are available for selection.
When talking about his own side, he told the press, "The chance of a Champions League quarter-final is extremely good." And it certainly is as Leipzig enter the tie as heavy favorites.
Leipzig Recent Form
Not only are the German side relishing their first appearance in the knockouts, but they're fighting for a Bundesliga title as well with Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund.
Their last two league games, against Wolfsburg and Bayer Leverkusen in reverse chronological order, have both ended in draws, with Leipzig only scoring one goal combined. However, both those matches saw a bit of rotation in the XI, possibly with this second leg in mind.
Look for manager Julian Nagelsmann to put out his strongest XI.
Leipzig haven't lost in their last six matches overall and only allowed one goal over that period. Saying their defense is in fine form is an understatment.First Leg Review
RB Leipzig traveled to the new Tottenham Hotspur Stadium last month and took it to Spurs from the get go, tallying multiple shots on target in the opening 90 seconds.
In the second half, Tottenham's left back Ben Davies came in late on a challenge and fouled Konrad Laimer just inside the box, leading to a spot kick. Striker Timo Werner stepped up and slotted it home.
Leipzig controlled the game, dictated play, and racked up 16 shots total. Leipzig walked out with a well earned victory while Spurs were lucky to escape with only conceding one away goal.
Match Info
Leipzig's Red Bull Arena will host the match on Tuesday March 10th with kick off scheduled for 4 pm ET.
The hosts have a 1-0 lead on aggregate thanks to a Timo Werner penalty in the first leg in London back in February.
Away goals is the first tie breaker, then extra time, and penalties if needed.
The game is available to watch on TNT.
Welcome!
What's up everyone, welcome to VAVEL's coverage of the UEFA Champions League last 16 second leg tie between RB Leipzig and Tottenham Hotspur.
I'm Drew Pells and I'll be your host for the game providing prematch news, starting line ups, and play by play coverage.