Leverkusen see off struggling Mainz to extend lead in Bundesliga

Who: Bayer Leverkusen and Mainz
What: Bayer Leverkusen extend their unbeaten run to 33 games with a 2-1 win over Mainz
When: Bundesliga 23rd round
Where: BayArena, Leverkusen, Germany
Why: Leverkusen’s victory extends their lead at the top of the Bundesliga standings
In a thrilling Bundesliga match, Bayer Leverkusen continued their unbeaten run by defeating Mainz 2-1 at the BayArena. Granit Xhaka and Robert Andrich scored the goals for Leverkusen, maintaining their impressive form in the league.
The game started with a bang as Xhaka’s powerful strike put Leverkusen ahead in the third minute, but Mainz quickly responded with Dominik Kohr’s equalizer. Leverkusen had chances to regain the lead but were denied by Mainz goalkeeper Robin Zentner in the first half.
Despite Mainz’s efforts in the second half, Leverkusen managed to score again through Amine Adli and a Zentner own goal. Mainz’s Jessic Ngankam was sent off late in the game, allowing Leverkusen to secure their fourth consecutive victory in the Bundesliga.
Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso praised his team’s performance, acknowledging Mainz’s strong start to the game. Mainz’s Kohr expressed satisfaction with his team’s effort but rued the missed opportunity for a positive result.
With this win, Bayer Leverkusen extends their lead at the top of the Bundesliga standings, while Mainz remains in the relegation zone. The victory marks Leverkusen’s record-breaking 33-game unbeaten streak, showcasing their dominance in German football.