Leverkusen's Patrik Schick Scores Four in Dominant 5-1 Win Over Freiburg

The victory secures Bayer Leverkusen's fifth consecutive Bundesliga win, keeping them in second place heading into the new year.

Patrik Schick led Bayer Leverkusen with four goals, including two headers, showcasing his clinical finishing and teamwork with Florian Wirtz.
Florian Wirtz contributed a goal and two assists, playing a pivotal role in breaking down Freiburg's defense despite missing an earlier penalty.
Leverkusen's win places them on 32 points, four behind league leaders Bayern Munich, who also won 5-1 against RB Leipzig on Friday.
Manager Xabi Alonso praised his team's effort and preparation, emphasizing the difficulty of the match despite the lopsided scoreline.
The reigning Bundesliga champions will resume their campaign against Borussia Dortmund on January 10, aiming to build on their strong form.