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Bayern and Leverkusen Clash in DFB-Pokal Showdown

The reigning champions Bayer Leverkusen face an in-form Bayern Munich in the tournament's most anticipated match yet, with key players missing on both sides.

  • Bayern Munich hosts Bayer Leverkusen in the DFB-Pokal Round of 16 on Tuesday, with both teams vying for a critical win in a match seen as an early final.
  • Bayern will be without star striker Harry Kane due to a muscle injury, leaving coach Vincent Kompany to explore alternative attacking options like Jamal Musiala and Thomas Müller.
  • Leverkusen's Patrik Schick has stepped up in the absence of Victor Boniface, scoring six goals in his last four matches to maintain the team's offensive strength.
  • Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso has yet to lose to Bayern as a manager, but acknowledges the challenge of playing at Bayern's home ground in Munich.
  • The winner of this high-profile match will be seen as a strong contender for the DFB-Pokal title, with Bayern aiming to reclaim the trophy for the first time since 2020.
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