Leipzig's Champions League hopes dented with Wolfsburg draw in Bundesliga

The team's bid for a Champions League spot took a hit with the result.

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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Leipzig received a blow to their attempt to qualify for the Champions League after a 2-2 draw against modest Wolfsburg in the Bundesliga on Sunday.

Why it matters

Leipzig has been pushing for a Champions League spot, and this draw against a lower-ranked team makes their path more difficult as they compete with other top clubs for a coveted top-four finish in the Bundesliga.

The details

Leipzig surrendered a late lead, allowing Wolfsburg to equalize in the final minutes and earn a point in the match. This result is a setback for Leipzig's aspirations of returning to Europe's premier club competition next season.

  • The match took place on Sunday, February 15, 2026.

The players

Leipzig

A German professional football club based in Leipzig, Saxony, that competes in the Bundesliga, the top tier of German football.

Wolfsburg

A German professional football club based in Wolfsburg, Lower Saxony, that also competes in the Bundesliga.

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The takeaway

This result is a setback for Leipzig's hopes of securing a Champions League spot for next season, as they will need to regroup and try to pick up more points in their remaining Bundesliga matches to stay in contention for a top-four finish.