Unbeaten Bundesliga Run Finally Over After Leverkusen Collapse
Seven-Match Champions League Win Streak Snapped
After an incredible seven-match winning streak that propelled them to the brink of the Bundesliga title, Bayer Leverkusen's fortress has finally been breached. Freiburg earned a resounding 3-1 victory over the previously invincible Werkself, ending their undefeated run in the German top flight.
Late Collapse Costs Leverkusen
Leverkusen's collapse unfolded in dramatic fashion during the final 20 minutes of the match. Freiburg, who had posed little threat throughout the contest, suddenly came alive, netting three unanswered goals to secure the stunning upset.
Disastrous Defense and Missed Chances
Leverkusen's downfall was largely self-inflicted, as defensive miscues and squandered scoring opportunities proved costly. Two uncharacteristic mistakes by goalkeeper Lukas Hradecky and a lack of cohesion in the backline allowed Freiburg to exploit their weaknesses.
At the other end of the pitch, Leverkusen's forwards failed to capitalize on a series of promising chances, hitting the woodwork and making poor decisions in front of goal.
Title Race Wide Open
Leverkusen's defeat has thrown the Bundesliga title race wide open once again. Bayern Munich, who had been trailing Leverkusen by three points, now have a golden opportunity to move back to the summit of the standings.
With just four matches remaining in the season, every point will be crucial in determining the destination of the championship trophy.
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