Bayer Leverkusen Climbs to Bundesliga Summit After Thrilling Victory Over Bayern Munich

Die Werkself's Impressive Performance

In a pulsating encounter on Saturday evening, Bayer Leverkusen secured a 3-1 victory over reigning champions Bayern Munich, strengthening their grip on the Bundesliga lead.

Match Highlights

Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting opened the scoring for Bayern in the seventh minute, but his lead was short-lived as Alejandro Grimaldo equalized for Leverkusen in the 24th. Leon Goretzka appeared to have salvaged a point for Bayern with a late goal in the 86th minute, but Piero Hincapie's header in the dying moments secured a deserved triumph for the hosts.

Leverkusen's victory places them five points clear of Bayern at the top of the table, with Julian Nagelsmann's side now facing an uphill battle to retain their title.