RB Leipzig opened their DFB Pokal campaign in emphatic fashion, dismantling Eintracht Trier 6-0 at the Moselstadion on 23 August 2026. The Bundesliga side needed no time to settle into the tie, racing into a commanding lead before half-time and never allowing the regional cup hosts a route back into the contest. It was a statement performance from Marco Rose’s team, who made sure the opening cup fixture was over as a contest long before the final whistle.

Leipzig’s ruthless first-half display

Leipzig’s attacking unit was in full flow from the outset. The visitors pressed high, forced turnovers in dangerous areas, and turned their clear technical superiority into a flurry of goals. By the interval, Leipzig had already built an unassailable cushion, with their movement and sharp passing proving too much for the fifth-tier side to handle.

Eintracht Trier, to their credit, tried to stay organized and protect their goal, but the gulf in class was obvious. The home side rarely threatened the Leipzig goal and spent most of the match defending deep inside their own half. Leipzig managed the second period professionally, adding further goals to put a shine on the scoreline that reflected their total dominance.

Key moments and stand-out performers

• Early breakthrough: Leipzig found the opener inside the opening exchanges, settling any early nerves and forcing Trier to chase the game.
• Half-time lead: By the break, the Bundesliga outfit had already put the tie beyond doubt with a multi-goal lead.
• Second-half control: Leipzig’s tempo dipped slightly after the restart, but they still managed to extend the scoreline and keep a clean sheet.
• Young talents shine: Leipzig’s attacking depth was on show, with several forwards getting on the scoresheet and creating constant problems for the Trier backline.

What the result means

For RB Leipzig, the win was a professional and ruthless step into the second round of the DFB Pokal. It offered the squad valuable competitive minutes and gave several fringe players an opportunity to impress. For Eintracht Trier, the defeat marks the end of their cup journey, but the night still represented a major occasion for the club and its supporters, who saw their team share the pitch with one of Germany’s top sides.

Leipzig will now turn their attention back to the Bundesliga, while the confidence gained from a six-goal victory should provide useful momentum for the weeks ahead.