Bayer Leverkusen, the current Bundesliga champions, continued their impressive unbeaten streak with a resounding 5-1 away victory over Eintracht Frankfurt. This victory has propelled Leverkusen to the top of the league table with 84 points, while Frankfurt now sits in sixth place with 45 points. Leverkusen’s unbeaten run now spans an impressive 48 matches across all competitions, showcasing their dominance in German football.
The match began with Granit Xhaka breaking the deadlock for Leverkusen with a stunning bending strike from outside the box in the 12th minute. Frankfurt managed to equalize in the 32nd minute thanks to Hugo Ekitike’s well-timed header, putting pressure on Leverkusen’s defense. However, Leverkusen quickly regained the lead just before halftime with Patrick Schick’s towering header, setting the tone for their dominance in the match.
In the second half, Leverkusen continued their attacking prowess, with Exequiel Palacios converting a penalty in the 58th minute after Niels Nkounkou’s foul on Nathan Tella. Jeremie Frimpong added a fourth goal for Leverkusen in the 77th minute with a tap-in from close range, showcasing their offensive capabilities. Victor Boniface sealed the victory for Leverkusen with a goal from the penalty spot in the final minute after Ansgar Knauff was fouled in the box, wrapping up a comprehensive win for the champions.
