BERLIN: Prior to their Tuesday night Champions League match against FC Shakhtar Donetsk, German team RB Leipzig are still a puzzle to themselves.

The 2022 German Cup champion has a well-equipped team that is designed to succeed on all levels, but the atmosphere right now doesn't seem particularly upbeat.

While the discussion over effective strategies, a new sporting director, and unmet expectations impede a smooth start to the season, Domenico Tedesco, the under-fire coach, has the opportunity to mark a turning point in the Champions League.

The 36-year-old is caught between the team that is designed to play brave attacking football and the effective approach of a strong ball-possession style from last season.

Even if the Bulls administration strengthened the club by recruiting German internationals like Timo Werner (Chelsea) and David Raum (Hoffenheim), things still don't quite work out.

Tedesco is under pressure as a result of only five points from five Bundesliga games, along with statements from club executives expressing discontent.

While the coach is attempting to keep his players' spirits up, CEO Oliver Mintzlaff has repeatedly requested satisfactory performance.

Tedesco finds himself in the difficult position of having to respond to the complaints of seasoned players like Emil Forsberg, Dominik Szoboszlai, and Andre Silva alongside integration attempts regarding the newcomers.

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