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BERLIN, Dec. 16-- The breath-taking development of RB Leipzig gives way for bold dreams in East-Germany. In its fourth year in the Bundesliga, the club has developed to a promising candidate able to win the national title, aside from the newest achievements in the Champions League. Now a serve challenge is waiting when Rasenballsport is crossing swords with one of the countries established forces such as Borussia Dortmund this Tuesday evening. Leipzig striker Timo Werner is convinced the outcome of the Bundesliga's top act on matchday 16 could decide about the German title. The duel could turn lights to green for one of the biggest surprises in German football history. "This game is about a lot. It could set the signs for the rest of the season," the German international commented. The forward called the duel a "six-point" game. Coach Julian Nagelsmann said an "interesting advantage is waiting in case we win this." Midfielder Konrad Laimer said his side is ready to face the challenge as "we enter this clash with the good feeling of having won all of our last six games." What speaks for the challenger to continue its stunning upswing? With Nagelsmann in charge, RB is not only the league's best away-team but has gained efficiency and experience. In 15 games, the side scored 42 goals, the best figure of all 18 first division teams. The 32-year-old coach and successor of Ralf Rangnick added robustness and stability to Leipzig's traditional fast-forwarding style. | 
