Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen Prepare for Champions League Clash

Leverkusen's unbeaten record under Xabi Alonso against Bayern adds intrigue to their Round of 16 matchup.

Bayer Leverkusen and Bayern Munich will face off in the Champions League Round of 16, with the first leg set to take place in Munich on Wednesday.
Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso has never lost to Bayern since taking charge in 2022, securing three wins and three draws in their six encounters.
Despite Bayern's historical dominance in German football, pundits and bookmakers are favoring Leverkusen to advance, a narrative Bayern players and officials have publicly dismissed.
Bayern have struggled in the Champions League this season, particularly in away games, but remain competitive domestically, leading the Bundesliga by eight points.
Leverkusen's recent form and tactical discipline under Alonso, along with their reputation for late-game heroics, could be key factors in the tightly contested matchup.