#7 RB Leipzig
Probably the most hated team in the Bundesliga because of their 'controversial' commercial structure. RB Leipzig have a very talented youthful team capable of finishing quite high on the Bundesliga table this season.
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The starting XI has an average age of 23.2, but their displays this season have made the footballing world take attention. A youthful back 4 have succeeded in shutting out most attacks with Willi Orban playing a starring role.
Games played – 7
Goals conceded – 5
Minutes/ goal conceded – 126
Most defensive actions – Willi Orban(8)
#6 Villarreal
Villarreal might have lost Eric Bailly this summer, but their defensive performances have actually improved after Bailly’s departure. The centre-back pairing of Matteo Musacchio and Victor Ruiz have been really solid at the back and their defensive performances have been a key reason for Villarreal’s 5th position on the La Liga table.
Playing in a traditional 4-4-2 formation, Villarreal under Fran Escriba have been really disciplined this season and will be looking to finish in the Champions League places.
Games played – 7
Goals conceded – 4
Minutes/ goal conceded – 157.5
Most defensive actions – Mateo Musacchio and Vitor Ruiz (9)
