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The two attackers were among the outstanding performers in gameweek 22 of the Bundesliga 2022/2023 season.
From Benjamin Pavard to Timo Werner, Bundesliga gameweek 22 delivered, with some strong performances from players and teams.
Bayern Munich retained their place at the summit after beating Union Berlin in a top-of-the-table clash.
Meanwhile, Borussia Dortmund stayed close behind them after they beat Hoffenheim away from home.
The weekend was a spectacle of quality football, with great individual performances from some players.
But who are the 11 players in the Pulse Sports team of the week?
Goalkeeper: Oliver Baumann [Hoffenheim] vs Borussia Dortmund
Hoffenheim lost their clash at home to Dortmund, extending their poor run of no wins in league matches since October.
However, the home side were lucky to lose by just a goal margin, thanks to the heroics of their captain Oliver Baumann.
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Dortmund should have had a comfortable afternoon but met an inspired Baumann in goal. The Austrian goalkeeper made whopping 11 saves to keep Hoffenheim’s dignity intact.
Centre-Back: Agustin Rogel [Hertha Berlin] vs Augsburg
Hertha Berlin got out of the relegation zone over the weekend after a clean sheet 2-0 victory over Augsburg at Olympiastadion Berlin.
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Uruguayan defender Agustin Rogel played a massive role in the win, both in defence and attack.
The 25-year-old set up one of the goals while he also put in an incredible shift at the back. Rogel made six clearances, blocked two shots and won three duels to ensure Hertha’s clean sheet on the day.
Centre-Back: Nico Schlotterbeck [Borussia Dortmund] vs Hoffenheim
In fairness, Dortmund were largely untroubled in their clash against Hoffenheim. But on the few occasions they faced threats, Nico Schlotterbeck dealt with them perfectly.
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The Germany international made two clearances, two interceptions and two tackles, helping Dortmund to another clean sheet.
Right-Back: Benjamin Pavard [Bayern Munich] vs Union Berlin
Pavard was brilliant for Bayern as showed they are still the team to beat with a comprehensive 3-0 win over Union Berlin.
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The French World Cup winner did not put a foot wrong at the back, with a whopping 95% pass accuracy, one interception and one tackle.
Left-Back: Borna Sosa [VFB Stuttgart] vs Schalke 04
Sosa makes our team of the week again, although this time his team is on the losing side. Still, he produced another display in Stuttgart’s 2-1 loss to Schalke.
The Croatian defender scored Stuttgart’s only goal in the match and was also diligent in his defensive duties.
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Sosa made two clearances, two tackles and made one interception, although it was not enough to help his team avoid defeat.
Defensive Midfielder: Djibril Sow [Eintracht Frankfurt] vs RB Leipzig
Frankfurt lost their clash against Leipzig but Sow can be proud of his performance in the middle of the park.
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The Swiss midfielder dragged the away side back into the game with his goal, although it was not enough to salvage a point.
Sow was busy in the middle, getting into duels, winning four of them.
Central Midfielder- Niklas Schmidt [Werder Bremen] vs VFL Bochum
Werder Bremen were 3-0 comfortable winners against Bochum, with Schmidt playing a vital part.
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The 24-year-old German scored Bremen’s second goal just before halftime. He also completed 73% of his passes, including one key pass and two successful long balls.
Schmidt could have even added to his goal but was denied on two occasions by Bochum’s goalkeeper.
Attacking Midfielder: [RB Leipzig] vs Eintracht Frankfurt
Forsberg played just 70 minutes of Lepizig’s 2-1 win over Frankfurt, but it was enough for him to do the damage.
The Swedish star pulled the strings for the Red Bulls in the middle of the park, scoring one and creating another.
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He assisted Timo Werner’s opener before scoring what would be the winner just before the break.
Left Winger: Jae-sung Lee [Mainz] vs Borussia Monchengladbach
Mainz backed up their win against Bayer Leverkusen with a superb 4-0 win over Monchengladbach on Friday night.
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South Korea star Jae-sung Lee was the architect of this victory despite playing for just 74 minutes.
Lee opened the scoring before creating the third to set Mainz on their way to a 4-0 win.
Right Winger: Kingsley Coman [Bayern Munich] vs Union Berlin
Coman was Bayern’s star man as the Bavaria giants showed again they are still the top team in Germany.
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The France international was unplayable on the flanks, scoring one goal and setting up another as Bayern secured a comfortable 3-0 win over their title rivals.
Striker: Timo Werner [RB Leipzig] vs Eintracht Frankfurt
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Werner seems to be enjoying his football again after his struggles at Chelsea. The Germany international was back on the score sheet again, scoring the opener for Leipzig against Frankfurt.
The ex-Chelsea star also set up Forsberg for the second goal after the Sweden international had assisted him for the opener.
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