Bayer Leverkusen 2-1 Bayern Munich: Xabi Alonso's side claim win to dent title hopes of Julian Nagelsmann’s men

Bayer Leverkusen pulled off an incredible comeback to beat Bayern Munich 2-1. Xabi Alonso's side started the match well, courageously pressing Bayern high up the pitch and stopping the visitors from establishing any sort of rhythm. Ad Bayern took the lead against the run of play after 22 minutes, scoring with their first and only shot of the first half.

The ball fell to Joshua Kimmich who struck a fierce effort which, with the help of a deflection, found its way past Lukas Hradecky and into the back of the net. Europa LeagueJuve see off Freiburg, Feyenoord hit Shakhtar for seven and Sevilla scrape past Fenerbahce16/03/2023 AT 23:35 Julian Nagelsmann made a triple substitution at half time, bringing on Kingsley Coman, Jamal Musiala and Serge Gnabry with the German manager clearly looking for improvement from his side in attacking areas. Amine Adli was brought down in the penalty area and was booked for simulation however after a VAR check the referee overturned the decision and Bayer Leverkusen were able to equalise from the penalty spot courtesy of Exequiel Palacios.

Incredibly, Bayer Leverkusen scored a goal under the exact same circumstances as the first. Adli was again fouled in the penalty area and was once again booked but, just like in the first instance, his booking was rescinded following a VAR check, a penalty was given and Palacios was on hand to convert his second of the game. Leverkusen held firm in the closing moments to pull off a superb comeback.