Bayer Leverkusen takes huge step towards ending Bayern Munich’s Bundesliga dominance

Bayer Leverkusen took an almighty step towards winning its first Bundesliga title after producing a stunning comeback victory on Saturday, before title rival Bayern Munich lost during an eventful day in the German top-flight.

Bayer Leverkusen took an almighty step towards winning its first Bundesliga title after producing a stunning comeback victory on Saturday, before title rival Bayern Munich lost during an eventful day in the German top-flight. Leverkusen scored two late goals to beat Hoffenheim 2-1 and maintain its unbeaten record in the league. Later that day, Bayern Munich produced a disappointing display in a 2-0 loss to fierce rival Borussia Dortmund. After winning 11 consecutive titles, it seemed unthinkable at the start of the season that any team could knock Bayern Munich off its perch, but Leverkusen now sits 13 points clear atop the table with just seven games remaining. Leverkusen now needs to win just three more games to secure the title. Asked whether the title race was already over, Bayern Munich manager Thomas Tuchel produced a withering response after seeing his side beaten for the fifth time in the league this season. “Obviously, yes,” he said, per Reuters. “After today’s game there is no more need to count points. How many is it now? Congratulations to Leverkusen.”