Bayern Munich winger, Serge Gnabry has warned his team not to get ahead of themselves despite holding a commanding 3-0 aggregate lead over Bayer Leverkusen. With the second leg of their Champions League tie set to take place on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, Gnabry is cautioning his teammates against complacency, citing Bayer Leverkusen’s history of miraculous comebacks.
“Everyone thinks we already have one foot in the quarterfinals. But it’s not that simple. We still need to give our best. We’ve got a good advantage at 3-0. We’ll try our all”; Gnabry said.
Gnabry’s words of caution are well-founded, given Bayer Leverkusen’s reputation for pulling off dramatic turnarounds. Despite the absence of key player Florian Wirtz, Bayer Leverkusen’s attack remains a potent force under the guidance of manager Xabi Alonso.
Bayer Leverkusen’s chances of staging a comeback may be slim, but they are not impossible. The team has shown remarkable resilience in the past, and Alonso has a talented group of attackers at his disposal. While the odds are stacked against them, Bayer Leverkusen will be determined to give it their all and try to pull off another miraculous comeback.
Gnabry’s warning is a timely reminder that nothing can be taken for granted in football. Bayern Munich will need to be at the top of their game if they are to avoid a shock upset and secure their place in the quarterfinals. With the stakes high and the tension palpable, Tuesday’s match promises to be a thrilling encounter.
