Leverkusen Keeps Record And Has A Chance To Win After Defeating Bayern Munich

Bayer Leverkusen maintains an unbeaten record after beating Bayern Munich 3-0 in a Bundesliga Germany match. (X/@bayer04fussball)

Bayer Leverkusen performed prime to beat major rival Bayern Munich 3-0 in the German Bundesliga match at BayArena Stadium, Sunday, February 11, 2024 in the morning WIB. The victory made Leverkusen maintain an impressive record this season.

The big fight between the two teams is currently in the top position. The match is like a determination of the champion even though the chance to win the league title is still open.

Even though Bayern have been abandoned by Leverkusen, it does not mean that their chances of winning are closed. On the other hand, Leverkusen has not been able to confirm the champion. Only, Leverkusen's journey to the championship ladder is more open.

The reason is, Leverkusen has now pocketed 55 points. Five points lead from Bayern who are in second place.

In addition, Leverkusen maintains an unbeaten record this season. Until the 21st week, Leverkusen has never lost, including in the German Cup or DFB Pokal. Even Leverkusen is the only team of unbeaten European leagues.

But Leverkusen should not forget the failure of the 2002 season so that they get the nickname 'neverkusen'. They almost won but failed completely.

Coach Xabi Alonso did not forget the history of the club. This makes him remind players to stay focused. Moreover, the competition has just entered February 2024.

"My team showed a very disciplined performance. It was a match that was not easy and we were patient waiting for the opportunity to arrive," said Alonso

"We do not have much possession of the ball. But we must remain dominant even without the ball," he said.

"It's a very important win. But again it's just three points. We have to keep fighting. It's still February and we have to stay calm and focused," said the coach Liverpool was aiming for to replace Jurgen Klopp.

The match itself was delayed by about eight minutes as supporters threw candy on the pitch. This is a protest of supporters against the league operator's plan to take financial investors to take shares in companies that have Bundesliga match broadcasting rights.

Once the match started, Leverkusen immediately played aggressively. On the other hand, Bayern did excel in the ball position. But they were weak in finishing so there were no dangerous attacks.

On the other hand, Bayern's defense is a bit fragile that allows Lverkusen to put pressure on. As a result, midfielder Josip Stanisic put Leverkusen ahead in the 16th minute. This loan player from Bayern was not escorted at all so he could release a shot into the top corner of his club's goal.

The goal encouraged Leverkusen players. Only they had to wait until the second half to enlarge the lead.

In the 50th minute or fifth minute after the second half began, centre-back Alejandro Grimaldo managed to add goals to Leverkusen. This is the eighth goal of the Spanish midfielder.

The goal seemed to undermine the morale of Bayern players. They are completely helpless. Striker Harry Kane, who regularly scores goals, failed to show his sharpness.

Furthermore, Jeremie Frimpong solidified the hosts' victory. He scored in injury time while closing the match with a 3-0 advantage.