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RB Leipzig's Kevin Kampl on Leave After Brother Seki Dies at 51

The club granted compassionate leave following his public tribute, with no cause of death disclosed.

Overview

  • Kampl was left out of RB Leipzig's DFB-Pokal squad for Tuesday's tie at Energie Cottbus as he spends time with family.
  • In an emotional Instagram post, he called Seki his best friend and the anchor of their family.
  • RB Leipzig publicly offered condolences and support to Kampl and his family.
  • A farewell match in Solingen honored Seki, where Kampl played, converted a retaken penalty, and supporters lit pyrotechnics.
  • Seki had a long local football involvement, most recently as player-coach for TM Anestis 1878, and the brothers had recently spent time together in Mallorca during the international break.