BERLIN (AP) – Assan Ouedraogo further enhanced his reputation with a stunning goal in Leipzig’s 2-0 Bundesliga victory over Werder Bremen on Sunday.
The 19-year-old Ouedraogo, who made his debut for Germany in last week’s World Cup qualifiers, took the lead in the 63rd minute with a shot with his left boot from a distance of about 20 meters (yards). This was his third goal of the season.
Ole Werner’s side, whose eight-game unbeaten run ended before the international break after losing to Hoffenheim, threatened to equalize until Xaver Schlager sealed victory in the 80th minute.
Werner previously coached Bremen but was subsequently sacked. refuse contract extension.
Union Berlin then played in St. Pauli.
Bayern Munich equaled their record for 43rd consecutive league lead on Saturday.
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