Leverkusen Matches Benfica's 48-Game Record with 5-1 Win, Eyes Europa League Success

May 9, 2024, 06:47 PM

Bayer Leverkusen has made history by equaling Benfica's record of 48 games unbeaten in all competitions, a milestone set between December 1963 and February 1965. Under the management of Xabi Alonso, Leverkusen achieved this feat with a decisive 5-1 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt. The team has scored a total of 134 goals during this streak and has not lost any of the 48 games. Leverkusen is now just two games away from completing the Bundesliga's first-ever undefeated season and is poised to surpass Benfica's record if they remain unbeaten in their next match against Roma at home in the Europa League. Additionally, Leverkusen holds a 2-0 lead over Roma in the Europa League, enhancing their prospects of advancing further in the competition.