West Ham United Out Of Europa League Despite Securing Draw Against Bayer Leverkusen

Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen showcased their resilience and determination as they secured a 1-1 draw against West Ham United at the London Stadium, progressing to the UEFA Europa League semi-finals with a 3-1 aggregate victory. Xabi Alonso’s side, now unbeaten in an impressive 44 games this season, are edging closer to a historic treble, with their sights set on European glory.

The match kicked off with West Ham displaying intent and urgency, taking the lead in the 13th minute through Michail Antonio’s well-placed header from Jarrod Bowen’s precise delivery. The Hammers’ early dominance kept Leverkusen on the back foot, with Kovář making crucial saves to keep his side in the tie.

As the first half progressed, Leverkusen gradually found their rhythm, with Alonso’s tactical substitutions injecting fresh energy into the team. Frimpong and Boniface’s introduction provided Leverkusen with a renewed impetus, and Frimpong came close to equalizing with a threatening cross that was well-saved by Fabianski.

The second half saw Leverkusen pushing for a decisive goal, with both teams creating scoring opportunities in a tense and evenly-matched contest. With the tie finely balanced, Leverkusen missed a golden chance to extend their lead, but Frimpong made amends in the dying minutes with a deflected shot spun off Aaron Cresswell and beat Lukasz Fabianski.

Following their recent triumph in securing their first-ever Bundesliga title, Leverkusen’s pursuit of a historic treble remains Undefeated as they prepare to extend their unbeaten streak in an upcoming fixture against Borussia Dortmund this Sunday.

On the other hand, West’s recent form has seen them secure just two victories in their last 11 matches across all competitions. Their focus now shifts back to the League, where they are set to face Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park.