Leverkusen Dominates Frankfurt Ahead of Bayern Clash

A 4-1 win for Bayer Leverkusen showcases their form, but late-game tensions arise between teammates.

Bayer Leverkusen secured a commanding 4-1 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt, solidifying their position as Bundesliga runners-up and narrowing the gap to Bayern Munich to eight points.
Granit Xhaka played a pivotal role in Leverkusen's success, delivering key assists and controlling midfield play, as the team scored three goals in a seven-minute first-half blitz.
Despite the win, Leverkusen's Victor Boniface clashed with teammate Emiliano Buendía late in the game, requiring intervention from players and coach Xabi Alonso, who promised to address the issue internally.
Frankfurt's Hugo Ekitiké capitalized on a defensive error to score their lone goal, but the team struggled to match Leverkusen's pace and precision, raising concerns ahead of their Europa League match against Ajax.
Leverkusen's win serves as a confidence boost before their Champions League showdown with Bayern Munich, a high-stakes matchup that could define their season.