Leipzig move level with Bayern at top of German Bundesliga
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Emil Forsberg and Timo Werner inspired RB Leipzig to a fifth successive Bundesliga win
RB Leipzig moved level on points with Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich after Timo Werner scored twice in a comfortable 3-1 win over Mainz.
The Germany Under-21 forward opened the scoring when his third-minute shot looped in off keeper Jonas Lossl.
Emil Forsberg slotted in a second, then cut a ball back for Werner to make it 3-0 at half-time.
Scottish teenager Oliver Burke replaced Werner moments before Stefan Bell headed a consolation goal for Mainz.
Bayern lead the table only on goal difference, having drawn 1-1 at home to Hoffenheim on Saturday.
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- Published5 November 2016
