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Leverkusen Defeats Wolfsburg, Eyes Bundesliga Title
Leverkusen showcased their dominance by’ defeating Wolfsburg 2-0 at the BayArena, ending a winless streak of seven games at home against their opponents.
This victory solidified their position at the top of the Bundesliga table & also marked a significant milestone in the club’s history.
The match started with Leverkusen displaying their intent early on, as Florian Wirtz’s near-miss off the woodwork set the tone for what was to come. The momentum shifted further in Leverkusen’s favour when Moritz Jenz was shown a red card, reducing Wolfsburg to ten men and_ giving the hosts a crucial advantage.
Capitalizing on their numerical superiority, Leverkusen seized the opportunity as Nathan Tella found the back of the net with a well-timed header, courtesy of an exquisite cross from Alejandro Grimaldo. Despite a valiant effort from Wolfsburg, including a notable chance from Cédric Zesiger saved by’ Lukas Hradecky, the visitors struggled to match Leverkusen’s skills.
Leverkusen maintained control of the game, although they failed to convert their dominance into numerous clear-cut opportunities. Granit Xhaka and_ Alejandro Grimaldo came close with their respective strikes, testing Wolfsburg’s goalkeeper Koen Casteels.
A decisive moment arrived when substitute Jonas Hofmann tested Casteels with a powerful shot from distance, setting the stage for Florian Wirtz’s spectacular finish that secured Leverkusen’s victory. Wirtz’s goal, which ricocheted off the post, showcased the young talent’s clinical ability and_ further solidified Leverkusen’s unbeaten streak.
Bayer Leverkusen’s unbeaten run in the Bundesliga now extends to 25 matches, surpassing the club’s previous record set during the 2009-10 season. This remarkable feat places Leverkusen in elite company, with only Bayern Munich’s 2013-14 team surpassing their unbeaten streak in Bundesliga history under Pep Guardiola.
