Xabi Alonso
Leveraging fairytale flame
After years of heartbreak and being dubbed "Neverkusen" for their string of runners-up finishes, Bayer Leverkusen finally broke through to claim their first-ever Bundesliga title. Their 5-0 victory over Werder Bremen last week secured the trophy, marking a watershed moment in the club's 119-year history. Although they have enjoyed intermittent cup success, this league title signifies a shift in their fortunes.
Title breakthrough has Alonso's Leverkusen hungry for 'more'
"We want more. We want the (German) Cup, we want Europa League," the 42-year-old said over the stadium PA to thousands of Leverkusen fans after his side 43rd straight match without defeat.
Leverkusen's flawless plan to win historic Bundesliga title
The team made sure of their first trophy in 31 years with five matches left in the season.
Alonso banishes Leverkusen's unwanted 'Neverkusen' reputation
The German equivalent of "Neverkusen" is "Vizekusen", which translates to "the champions of second place".
'We're not done yet', says Leverkusen boss Alonso
Leverkusen's 5-0 win over Werder Bremen at home on Sunday, including a second-half hat-trick from Florian Wirtz, sealed a first Bundesliga title in their 120-year history.
Alonso's Leverkusen seal historic Bundesliga title
Bayer Leverkusen's record-breaking run to their first Bundesliga title was no fluke, with a 16-month plan coming to fruition.
Meet the (almost) invincibles: Three undefeated football teams
Xabi Alonso's Bayer Leverkusen of 2023-24 stand on the cusp of greatness, with just 11 matches theoretically between them and a record undefeated season for a top-five European league team.
Leverkusen chase invincibility with Bundesliga title in sight
With 24 wins and four draws in the league this season, Leverkusen are on the cusp of going through a Bundesliga season undefeated.
Hofmann, Boniface shine as Leverkusen strike late to beat West Ham
Jonas Hofmann and Victor Boniface scored after coming off the bench as Bayer Leverkusen beat West Ham 2-0 at home on Thursday in their Europa League quarter-final first leg.
Leveraging fairytale flame
After years of heartbreak and being dubbed "Neverkusen" for their string of runners-up finishes, Bayer Leverkusen finally broke through to claim their first-ever Bundesliga title. Their 5-0 victory over Werder Bremen last week secured the trophy, marking a watershed moment in the club's 119-year history. Although they have enjoyed intermittent cup success, this league title signifies a shift in their fortunes.
Title breakthrough has Alonso's Leverkusen hungry for 'more'
"We want more. We want the (German) Cup, we want Europa League," the 42-year-old said over the stadium PA to thousands of Leverkusen fans after his side 43rd straight match without defeat.
Leverkusen's flawless plan to win historic Bundesliga title
The team made sure of their first trophy in 31 years with five matches left in the season.
Alonso banishes Leverkusen's unwanted 'Neverkusen' reputation
The German equivalent of "Neverkusen" is "Vizekusen", which translates to "the champions of second place".
'We're not done yet', says Leverkusen boss Alonso
Leverkusen's 5-0 win over Werder Bremen at home on Sunday, including a second-half hat-trick from Florian Wirtz, sealed a first Bundesliga title in their 120-year history.
Alonso's Leverkusen seal historic Bundesliga title
Bayer Leverkusen's record-breaking run to their first Bundesliga title was no fluke, with a 16-month plan coming to fruition.
Meet the (almost) invincibles: Three undefeated football teams
Xabi Alonso's Bayer Leverkusen of 2023-24 stand on the cusp of greatness, with just 11 matches theoretically between them and a record undefeated season for a top-five European league team.
Leverkusen chase invincibility with Bundesliga title in sight
With 24 wins and four draws in the league this season, Leverkusen are on the cusp of going through a Bundesliga season undefeated.
Hofmann, Boniface shine as Leverkusen strike late to beat West Ham
Jonas Hofmann and Victor Boniface scored after coming off the bench as Bayer Leverkusen beat West Ham 2-0 at home on Thursday in their Europa League quarter-final first leg.
Istanbul hero Alonso 'living another miracle' with Leverkusen
Leverkusen head into Thursday's home first leg against West Ham in the Europa League quarter-finals unbeaten in 41 matches this season, with 36 wins and five draws.
