Xabi Alonso’s side have taken the Bundesliga by storm with their incredible consistency this season.
The German Bundesliga is buzzing with excitement as Bayer Leverkusen leads the table, and their impressive start to the season has fans believing that this could be the year they break their 31-year trophy drought.
Die Schwarzroten have maintained their spot at the top of the league’s table while showing an exciting brand of attacking football under Xabi Alonso.
The Boniface factor
A major contributor to Leverkusen’s early success is Nigerian striker Victor Boniface, who arrived from Union Saint-Gilloise. Boniface has made an instant impact, scoring seven goals and providing five assists in the first ten games. The Nigerian sensation is also leading the league by a considerable margin in terms of shots on target.
Florian Wirtz and Granit Xhaka boosts
Florian Wirtz’s return to the squad after a season plagued by injury has given Leverkusen a boost. The German international is back with a bang, regaining his best form under Xabi Alonso. Wirtz’s knack for producing high-quality chances makes him a crucial part of Leverkusen’s success.
Granit Xhaka‘s return to the Bundesliga after seven years at Arsenal has also solidified Leverkusen’s midfield. He brings experience and leadership, with a track record of winning major trophies. Xhaka has slotted seamlessly into the squad, making a significant impact in both the defensive and offensive aspects of the game.
Alonso’s style of play
Under Xabi Alonso’s guidance, Leverkusen has undergone a significant transformation in their playing style. The team now plays with a higher defensive line and engages in more regular pressing. They’ve also adopted long passing sequences to manipulate their opponents’ shape, leading to a significant increase in open-play sequences containing at least 10 passes. Leverkusen’s average of 640 passes per match and their focus on dominating possession have been instrumental in their success this season.
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