Bayer Leverkusen triumphed 2-0 over Bayern Munich, extending their lead in the Bundesliga to five points. Leverkusen’s fans, adorned in carnival attire, rejoiced as their team showcased its championship potential, maintaining an undefeated streak of 31 matches this season across all competitions. Despite a delayed kickoff due to fan protests, Josip Stanisic, on loan from Bayern, scored the opener for Leverkusen in the 18th minute. Leverkusen doubled their lead early in the second half through Alex Grimaldo’s well-executed counterattack, securing a comfortable victory. Jeremie Frimpong sealed the win with a late goal into an empty net after Manuel Neuer ventured forward for a Bayern corner. Despite Harry Kane’s prolific scoring record, Leverkusen effectively neutralized him, limiting his opportunities.
In another match, Union Berlin overcame Wolfsburg 1-0 amidst interruptions caused by fan protests against the league’s investment deal. The game witnessed multiple delays as fans hurled tennis balls onto the pitch in opposition to the proposed stake sale. Union’s Danilho Doekhi netted the solitary goal in first-half stoppage time amid the disruptions.Leipzig’s quest for Champions League qualification suffered a setback as they settled for a 2-2 draw against Augsburg, further diminishing their chances. Lennard Maloney, representing the United States, notched his maiden Bundesliga goal in Heidenheim’s 2-1 victory over Werder Bremen. Meanwhile, Eintracht Frankfurt was held to a 1-1 draw by Bochum, and Borussia Moenchengladbach played out a goalless stalemate with Darmstadt.Overall, Leverkusen’s convincing win against Bayern solidified their position at the top of the Bundesliga, while fan protests highlighted ongoing tensions within German football regarding investment deals.
