[The Epoch Times, March 31, 2024](Comprehensive report by Epoch Times reporter Li Rongshi) As the international match day ends, the five major European leagues have reignited the war. On March 30, local time, in the 27th round of the Bundesliga, Leverkusen, the “leader” who had maintained an unbeaten streak of 38 games, reversed Hoffenheim 2:1 at home; while the defending champion Bayern was upset 0:2 at home. Lost to Dortmund. After this round, Bayern coach Tuchel said frankly that the Bundesliga title race is over.
Under the leadership of Spanish coach Xabi Alonso, Bayer Leverkusen, which has always been unknown, has been transformed this season, which is impressive. Before the start of this round, “Pharmaceutical Factory” had remained undefeated in 38 games in all competitions, with a record of 34 wins and 4 draws. They have also become the only team in European football that remains undefeated this season. With their recent seven-game winning streak in the league, Leverkusen has extended its lead in the standings to 10 points. Winning the Bundesliga title seems to be a matter of time.
On March 30, 2024, in the 27th round of the Bundesliga, “leader” Bayer Leverkusen scored two goals at home within 4 minutes, completing a reversal and defeating Hoffenheim with a 2:1 victory. The picture shows the moments of players from both sides fighting during the game. (Ina Fassbender/AFP via Getty Images)
In this round, Leverkusen took the lead and faced Hoffenheim, which was ranked 9th, at home. As a result, they encountered stubborn resistance from their opponents. In the 33rd minute, Hoffenheim played a wonderful combination. Weghorst made a tackle in the frontcourt and passed it to his teammates. Bayer stepped in to form a “single shot”. Facing the attacking goalkeeper Hradecki, he calmly succeeded in pushing the shot. , helped Hoffenheim break the deadlock 1:0.
On March 30, 2024, in the 27th round of the Bundesliga, “leader” Bayer Leverkusen scored two goals at home within 4 minutes, completing a reversal and defeating Hoffenheim with a 2:1 victory. The picture shows the moments of players from both sides fighting during the game. (Lars Baron/Getty Images)
After losing the ball, Leverkusen launched a crazy counterattack, but in the face of the heroic German goalkeeper Baumann, the “Pharmaceutical Factory”‘s attacks failed again and again. Until the 88th minute, Leverkusen got a corner kick opportunity. Central defender Yonatanta nodded the ball and Andrich, who followed up from the center, volleyed and scored, equalizing the score 1:1 for Leverkusen.
Just when it was thought the two teams would shake hands and make peace. In the first minute of stoppage time, Nathantra received the ball in the penalty area and swept in front of the goal. Schick outflanked him, got ahead of his opponent, and took the ball into the goal. In the end, Leverkusen scored two goals in 4 minutes to complete the reversal and beat Hoffenheim 2:1.
On March 30, 2024, in the 27th round of the Bundesliga, “leader” Bayer Leverkusen scored two goals at home within 4 minutes, completing a reversal and defeating Hoffenheim with a 2:1 victory. The picture shows Bayer Leverkusen fans holding the Bundesliga championship trophy in the stands. (Ina Fassbender/AFP via Getty Images)
After this campaign, Leverkusen’s league points reached 73, which is the highest Bundesliga points in their team history. You know, the total points of the Bundesliga champion Bayern last season were only 71 points. If the “Pharmaceutical Factory” were placed in last season, they would be able to win 7 rounds in advance. Leverkusen, which has been a team for 120 years, has never won the Bundesliga title before. This season, under the leadership of Alonso, they finally have the opportunity to experience the taste of the championship.
On March 30, 2024, in the 27th round of the Bundesliga, “leader” Bayer Leverkusen scored two goals at home within 4 minutes, completing a reversal and defeating Hoffenheim with a 2:1 victory. The picture shows Leverkusen coach Alonso (middle) lining up with his players to thank the fans. (Ina Fassbender/AFP via Getty Images)
Dortmund beat Bayern in El Clasico
The highlight of this round is the “El Clasico” between defending champion Bayern Munich and “arch rival” Borussia Dortmund at home. Before the game, Bayern had won three consecutive victories in all competitions and was unbeaten in five consecutive games in all competitions; while Dortmund had won four consecutive victories in all competitions. The current status of both sides is evenly matched. However, in the last 11 meetings between the two teams, Bayern has an overwhelming advantage with 10 wins and 1 draw.
In this game, Bayern’s performance on the offensive end was very average. Kane failed to seize several opportunities; Dortmund played very efficiently. In the 11th minute, Dortmund completed the steal in the midfield and immediately launched a fast break. Brandt sent a wonderful pass, and Adeyemi succeeded in the far corner, helping the “Bornets” take a 1:0 lead.
On March 30, 2024, in the 27th round of the “National Derby” of the Bundesliga, the defending champion Bayern lost to Dortmund 0:2, losing to the “Bornet” at home in the league for the first time in ten years. The picture shows the moments of players from both sides fighting during the game. (Matthias Hangst/Getty Images)
Bayern, which fell behind early, continued to strengthen its offensive, but failed to convert the opportunities it created into goals. In the 83rd minute, Dortmund continued to tear apart Bayern’s defense through continuous passes, and Leersson completed the fatal blow and scored another victory. In the end, Dortmund defeated Bayern 2:0 in an away game and ranked fourth in the standings with 53 points.
On March 30, 2024, in the 27th round of the “National Derby” of the Bundesliga, the defending champion Bayern lost to Dortmund 0:2, losing to the “Bornet” at home in the league for the first time in ten years. The picture shows the moments of players from both sides fighting during the game. (Matthias Hangst/Getty Images)
You know, the last time Dortmund defeated Bayern was in the distant August 2019, when the “Bumblebee” defeated Bayern 2:0 in the German Super Cup to win the cup. Since then, Dortmund has fallen into the embarrassment of a long-term winless streak against Bayern. With this round’s away win, this long winless streak finally came to an end; at the same time, this was also the first time in 10 years that Bayern lost to the “Bumblebee” at home in the league.
On March 30, 2024, in the 27th round of the “National Derby” of the Bundesliga, the defending champion Bayern lost to Dortmund 0:2, losing to the “Bornet” at home in the league for the first time in ten years. The picture shows the moments of players from both sides fighting during the game. (Alexandra Beier/AFP via Getty Images)
Throughout the game, Bayern had 17 shots, but failed to score a goal; Kane, the team’s top scorer, was in poor condition and none of his 4 shots were on target. Bayern captain Kimmich openly criticized the team after the game: “I want to know how our performance could be like this. I can’t explain it at all, and I can’t understand it. You will feel that everyone is staying out of it, as if we are playing a game.” Friendly match. We players should go home and reflect on ourselves.”
On March 30, 2024, in the 27th round of the “National Derby” of the Bundesliga, the defending champion Bayern lost to Dortmund 0:2, losing to the “Bornet” at home in the league for the first time in ten years. The picture shows the moments of players from both sides fighting during the game. (Alexander Hassenstein/Getty Images)
After this campaign, defending champion Bayern ranked second in the Bundesliga with 60 points, 13 points behind “leader” Bayer Leverkusen. With seven rounds left in the Bundesliga, Leverkusen only needs to win three more games and score nine points to secure the Bundesliga title. Faced with the current situation, Bayern coach Tuchel said frankly: “Is the Bundesliga over? Yes, there is no doubt. Congratulations to Leverkusen.”
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