Bayer Leverkusen continues their remarkable run of form by defeating Serie A giants AS Roma 2-0 in the first leg of the UEFA Europa League semifinals. The match, held at Stadio Olimpico in Rome, not only showcased Leverkusen's tactical prowess but also extended their unbeaten streak to an astonishing 47 games.
Florian Wirtz opened the scoring for Leverkusen in the 28th minute, setting the tone for the visitors. Robert Andrich sealed the win with a stunning goal from outside the box in the 73rd minute, demonstrating the team's offensive versatility.
\"We fought well and showed a mature performance with a lot of discipline,\" said Leverkusen manager Xabi Alonso after the game. \"We defended closely and compactly, so we are satisfied with the performance. But the return match has not yet been played.\"
This victory marks a significant turnaround for Leverkusen, especially considering their previous encounter in the Europa League semifinals last season, where Roma triumphed with a 1-0 home win and a 0-0 draw away. Roma is now making their third consecutive appearance in the tournament’s semifinal stage, highlighting the competitive nature of the Europa League.
As the teams prepare for the return leg, Leverkusen fans worldwide are eager to see if the team can maintain their unbeaten streak and secure a spot in the final. With their current form, the sky's the limit for the German side in this prestigious European competition.
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Leverkusen extend unbeaten streak to 47 games with 2-0 win over Roma
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