Club Parts Ways With German Cup-Winning Coach Amid Dismal Away Form
In a dramatic Sunday announcement, RB Leipzig have pulled the plug on manager Marco Rose’s tenure just 72 hours before their crucial German Cup semi-final against Stuttgart. The decision comes after Saturday’s 1-0 defeat at Borussia Mönchengladbach extended their miserable away run to six games without victory, leaving Leipzig sixth in the Bundesliga table.
A Sudden Fall From Grace
The 47-year-old Leipzig native, who delivered DFB-Pokal glory in his debut 2022-23 season, received his marching orders after 19 months at the helm. Sporting director Marcel Schäfer’s statement struck a somber tone: “We believed in Marco until the very end, but the current situation demands new energy to salvage our season.“
Notably absent from the announcement was any comment from Rose himself or Red Bull’s head of soccer Jürgen Klopp – who has repeatedly ruled out taking interim charge. The timing raises eyebrows, with Wednesday’s cup clash offering what could have been a redemption opportunity.
What Went Wrong?
Rose’s downfall traces to Leipzig’s travel sickness:
- 0 wins in last 6 away matches
- Just 2 goals scored during that barren run
- -11 goal difference on road trips this season
Yet the dismissal still stings for a coach who last May led Leipzig to their second-ever major trophy, defeating Freiburg in the cup final.
Red Bull’s Ruthless Streak
The energy drink giant’s football project has never shied from tough calls:
- Only 1 Champions League miss since 2016/17
- 4 managers in the last 5 years
- Next appointment expected “shortly” per club statement
As Stuttgart prepare to face a wounded Leipzig side in Wednesday’s semi-final, the Red Bull Arena braces for another chapter in its relentless pursuit of success – no matter the human cost.
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