Yussuf Poulsen and his special return to Leipzig | OneFootball

For HSV, it’s an important and tough away game coming up this weekend at RB Leipzig. After three games and seven points, the Red Shorts are currently on the rise.

Nevertheless, they’re facing an opponent who is truly formidable. Leipzig is also in great form at the moment and is undoubtedly one of the best teams in the league. For RB, HSV is a must-win task. And for HSV, RB is a real challenge—a test of their abilities.

For one player, this duel is particularly special. Namely, for Yussuf Poulsen. He transferred to Hamburg before the season—of all places, from RB Leipzig.

Poulsen: A Special Return to Leipzig

“He is definitely a very distinguished player who has delivered incredible performances and will always be a special player for RB. Of course, we exchanged thoughts beforehand, as we rely on his expertise combined with our analyses. That’s simply part of professional match preparation,” said Merlin Polzin in the build-up to the game against Leipzig.

For Poulsen, who so far has only been able to play 50 minutes in the Red Shorts’ jersey, it’s a return home. The Dane played 425 competitive matches for Leipzig, scoring nearly 100 goals and providing over 60 assists for the pressing-strong attacking star of the Red Bulls. It’s no wonder that, before the game, his first priority will be to greet old companions.

He will also feel the pitch in a special way, soaking up the stadium and the atmosphere—at least up to a certain point. Because then, it’s back to being professional and focusing on his own job.

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