Leverkusen Extends Unbeaten Streak to 47 Matches
Pyrotechnics and Enthusiasm Mark First Leg Win
Leverkusen's European Dominance Continues
Despite playing in a hostile stadium in a major foreign capital, Bayer Leverkusen's record-breaking undefeated streak across Europe extended to 47 matches on Thursday. The German club defeated AS Roma 2-0 in the first leg of the Europa League semifinals at the Stadio Olimpico. The Ultras Leverkusen created a captivating atmosphere with an estimated 40 pyrotechnic devices.
Bayer Leverkusen took command of the match and stifled Roma's threat. The German club's impressive defensive performance and clinical finishing secured the valuable away win.
Xabi Alonso's side, led by 42-year-old Xabi Alonso, is on the cusp of making history. The Basque Country native has instilled a winning mentality at Leverkusen, guiding them to unparalleled success on the European stage.
The second leg of the semifinal will take place in Leverkusen on May 5. Roma must overcome a two-goal deficit to advance to the final.
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