Bayer 04 Leverkusen Defeats VfB Stuttgart in DFB-Pokal Thriller
Leverkusen Extends Unbeaten Streak in Comeback Victory
Highlights: Bayer 04 Leverkusen vs VfB Stuttgart
On a thrilling evening at the BayArena, Bayer 04 Leverkusen emerged victorious in a closely contested DFB-Pokal Quarter-Final match against VfB Stuttgart. After conceding an early goal, Leverkusen fought back valiantly to secure a narrow 3-2 victory, preserving their unbeaten record across all competitions this season.
The visitors took the lead through a stunning strike from Tiago Tomas in the 12th minute, sending shockwaves through the Leverkusen defense. However, Leverkusen's relentless attack soon bore fruit, with Moussa Diaby equalizing in the 25th minute after a brilliant solo effort. The momentum shifted in Leverkusen's favor, and they took the lead for the first time in the 39th minute through a well-placed header from Edmond Tapsoba.
Stuttgart came out firing in the second half, eager to restore parity. Their efforts paid off in the 55th minute when Borna Sosa found the back of the net with a powerful volley. Leverkusen refused to be denied, and they regained the lead once more in the 72nd minute through a close-range finish from Patrik Schick. Despite Stuttgart's late surge, Leverkusen held on to their slender advantage, securing a hard-fought victory.
Bayer Leverkusen's unbeaten streak now stands at 15 matches across all competitions, a testament to their impressive form this season. The victory over Stuttgart marks the 44th time they have defeated their opponents in all competitions, making them the most successful team against Stuttgart.
Bayer Leverkusen will now turn their attention to their upcoming Bundesliga fixture against Bayern Munich on April 30th. VfB Stuttgart, on the other hand, will be looking to bounce back from their cup exit when they host Borussia Mönchengladbach on the same day.
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