Baumgart's brace lifts Chemnitzer to tie at the top

In a packed stadium, Tom Baumgart turned the tide for Chemnitzer FC, netting two goals against his former side Erzgebirge Aue to secure a 3‑1 victory in the Sachsen‑Derby, delivering the club’s fourth win of the young Regionalliga season and lifting them to a tie for the league lead.

Baumgart's brace fuels Chemnitzer's surge

Baumgart's two strikes accounted for the majority of Chemnitzer's tally. His first goal opened the scoring, and his second restored the lead after Aue equalised.

The opponent, Erzgebirge Aue, was Baumgart's former club, making the brace emotionally charged. Facing his ex‑club added a personal narrative to the regional clash.

The match ended 3‑1 in favour of Chemnitzer FC. The victory marked the fourth win for Chemnitzer in the early Regionalliga campaign.

With the win, Chemnitzer moved level with the league leaders. The club now shares the top spot in the standings.

The encounter was the Sachsen‑Derby, a traditional rivalry between the two Saxon sides. Derby fixtures often carry extra intensity for supporters.

The season is still in its infancy, and the result underscores Chemnitzer's strong start. Maintaining this form will be crucial as the Regionalliga season progresses.