Bayer Leverkusen faced Hoffenheim in the Bundesliga for their first match since manager Xabi Alonso declared he would remain at the club next season. The Leverkusen team avoided their first defeat of the season by making a stunning comeback in the 2-1 victory over Hoffenheim. Leverkusen’s unbeaten streak of 38 games was about to end as they were 1-0 down with just five minutes remaining. Robert Andrich scored in the 88th minute, leveling the score after Maximilian Beier’s opener. Patrik Schick secured the comeback with a winning goal in the 91st minute. Leverkusen extended their unbeaten streak to 39 games and are 13 points ahead of Bayern Munich. The victory marked a significant moment following the announcement of Xabi Alonso’s decision to stay at the club and end speculation about a move to Liverpool or Bayern Munich. Hoffenheim, placed seventh, showcased their strength by taking the lead with Beier’s goal but were unable to hold off Leverkusen’s late surge. Leverkusen now looks poised to clinch their first league title with seven matches remaining this season.
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