Bayer Leverkusen secured an impressive victory over Bayern Munich, extending their lead in the championship. Match details and coaches' reactions.
Bayer Leverkusen achieved a real feat by crushing Bayern Munich with a score of 4:1 in the central match of the 28th round of the Bundesliga. This victory allows the "Pharmacists" to extend their lead over their main competitor to 7 points.
Alonso's Tactical Triumph
Bayer's coach Xabi Alonso brilliantly prepared the team for this match. His decision to play with three central defenders completely neutralized Bayern's attack. The flank play involving Frimpong and Wirtz was particularly impressive.
We knew Bayern would be vulnerable on counterattacks and took advantage of that. Every player was in their position today.
— Хаби Алонсо, главный тренер Байера
Munich's failure
Bayern looked uncharacteristically weak, especially in defense. De Ligt and Upamecano made several critical mistakes, and Neuer conceded a bizarre goal from a deflection in the 34th minute.
The substitutions didn't help Munich either - Tuchel and Kane couldn't turn the game around. Bayern's only goal was scored by Sané in the 72nd minute when the score was already 3-0.
This victory makes Bayer the main contender for the championship. There are 6 rounds left until the end of the season, and now the fate of the title is entirely in the hands of the Leverkusen team.