Brajan Gruda's stunning strike proved the difference as RB Leipzig claimed a hard-fought 1-0 victory over PSV Eindhoven, earning their first win of the current UEFA Champions League league phase.

Gruda's effort — a moment of individual brilliance — was enough to separate the two sides on the night, with Leipzig defending their slender lead to see out the result against the Dutch outfit.

The win ends what had been a difficult run for Leipzig in Europe's premier club competition this season, finally delivering the three points their performances had threatened to bring.

PSV, who came into the match looking to strengthen their own Champions League campaign, were unable to find a way through a resolute Leipzig defence and left Germany without a goal to show for their efforts.

The result marks a turning point for Leipzig as they look to build momentum in the league phase and push further up the standings in a fiercely competitive group of sides.