Bayer Leverkusen Clinches Historic Double with German Cup Win

Granit Xhaka's early goal secures victory despite playing with 10 men, capping an extraordinary season for the Bundesliga champions.

Leverkusen won the German Cup final 1-0 against 1. FC Kaiserslautern, securing their first-ever domestic double.
Granit Xhaka scored the decisive goal in the 16th minute with a powerful shot from distance.
The team played a majority of the match with 10 men after Odilon Kossounou received a second yellow card before halftime.
Despite losing the Europa League final to Atalanta, Leverkusen finished the season with only one defeat in 53 matches.
Coach Xabi Alonso praised the team's spirit and perseverance throughout the season, calling it a 'dream season.'