Leverkusen Extends Bundesliga Lead Despite Draw with Stuttgart

Stuttgart misses chance to leapfrog Bayern, setting up crucial match next week.

Leverkusen and Stuttgart played to a 1-1 draw in a match that saw both teams dominate a half but fail to capitalize on their chances.
Stuttgart missed the opportunity to leapfrog Bayern Munich in the standings after Bayern's defeat to Eintracht Frankfurt.
Leverkusen, despite the draw, increased their lead at the top of the Bundesliga to four points.
This was Leverkusen's second consecutive game where they struggled to break down a deep sitting defensive line.
Stuttgart will face Bayern Munich next week at the Allianz Arena, a match that could potentially shake up the top of the table.