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Bayer Leverkusen Clinches Bundesliga and German Cup for Historic Undefeated Double

May 25, 2024, 08:01 PM

Bayer Leverkusen has achieved a historic milestone by clinching the Bundesliga title and the DFB Pokal, completing an undefeated domestic season for the first time ever. The team, managed by Xabi Alonso, secured the German Cup with a 1-0 victory over FC Kaiserslautern in the DFB Pokal final in Berlin, thanks to a first-half goal from Granit Xhaka. This marks Leverkusen's fourth title ever and their second under Alonso's leadership this season. Despite playing with ten men, Leverkusen managed to hold on to their lead, showcasing their resilience and tactical prowess. The team finished the season with 43 victories, 9 draws, and only one defeat, which came in the Europa League final.