Leverkusen Aims for Third Straight Win in Bundesliga Clash with Union Berlin

Coach Xabi Alonso emphasizes consistency and physical readiness ahead of Saturday's match against unbeaten-at-home Union Berlin.

Bayer Leverkusen looks to secure their third consecutive victory across all competitions following dominant wins against Heidenheim (5-2) in the Bundesliga and RB Salzburg (5-0) in the Champions League.
Leverkusen, currently fourth in the Bundesliga standings, trails league leaders Bayern Munich by nine points and seeks to build momentum after an inconsistent domestic season so far.
Union Berlin, sitting in 10th place, has struggled recently with no wins in their last five matches and 294 minutes without scoring a Bundesliga goal, but remains undefeated at home this season.
Leverkusen has historically performed well against Union Berlin, winning nine of their last ten Bundesliga meetings, and has not conceded a goal to them in four matches under Xabi Alonso's management.
Key players Nordi Mukiele and Jeanuël Belocian are expected to return for Leverkusen, while Martin Terrier remains sidelined until next week's match against Bayern Munich.