RB Leipzig secured a 2-0 win against St. Pauli on February 9, 2025, despite losing captain Willi Orbán to a red card. Benjamin Šeško and Xavi Simons scored for Leipzig, with Xavi's influence earning him Player of the Match. Leipzig's defense, anchored by Peter Gulácsi, withstood St. Pauli's attempts, propelling them into the Bundesliga's top four.