Bayern Munich are in full control of their Round of 16 tie against Bayer Leverkusen after a commanding 3-0 victory in the first leg at the Allianz Arena. Now, Xabi Alonso’s side must produce something special in Leverkusen if they are to pull off a comeback and keep their European dreams alive.
Bayern’s Quest for a Double Victory
Bayern have the chance to defeat Leverkusen twice in the same season for the first time since the 2020-21 campaign. Their first-leg dominance was a reminder of their Champions League pedigree, and a professional performance on Tuesday could see them cruise into the quarterfinals.
Leverkusen’s Home Advantage
Leverkusen, however, will take encouragement from their recent home form against Bayern. Under Alonso, they are unbeaten in three meetings with the Bavarians at the BayArena (W2, D1). Before his arrival, they had only won one of their previous eight home games against Bayern.
The odds are stacked against Leverkusen, but with nothing to lose, expect them to go all out in search of an unlikely comeback.
