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Bayer Leverkusen Cruises to DFB Pokal Final with Win Over Fortuna Düsseldorf
Bayer Leverkusen took a significant step towards securing their first-ever domestic double as they breezed past local rivals Fortuna Düsseldorf with a resounding 4-0 victory in the DFB Pokal semi-final.
The opening goal came early in the match, with Jeremie Frimpong finding the back of the net after a well-worked move involving Patrick Schick. Leverkusen continued to assert their authority in the game, with Amine Adli adding a spectacular second goal with a powerful strike from the edge of the box. Florian Wirtz then capitalized on a defensive error from Düsseldorf to extend Leverkusen’s lead to three goals before halftime.
The second half saw Leverkusen maintain their momentum, with Florian Wirtz converting a penalty to make it 4-0 after a VAR-assisted decision. The victory secured Leverkusen a spot in the DFB Pokal final & also extended their unbeaten run to an impressive 40 matches across all competitions this season.
Xabi Alonso’s side displayed their strength in depth, with players like Victor Boniface making a significant impact upon his return to the team.
Looking ahead, Leverkusen will face second-tier side Kaiserslautern in the DFB Pokal final, where they will be considered heavy favorites to claim their second domestic cup triumph, 31 years after their previous success. The club’s fans have every reason to be optimistic about their prospects, given the team’s impressive form & determination to secure silverware this season.
