By Isaac Kushner

Bayer Leverkusen defeated Bayern Munich 3-0 this past weekend. This win at home for Leverkusen puts them five points clear of Bayern Munich and top of the table. The lights must have been a little too bright for Bayern as Leverkusen destroyed them. They had complete control of the whole game and not once did it seem like they were losing it. Manager Thomas Tuchel who’s team has won the past 11 league titles was simply outcoached by Xabi Alonso. This is a huge loss for Bayern and they will look to bounce back and try to take back authority of the Bundesliga.

Outside back Josip Stanisic got things started for Leverkusen with an early goal in the 18th minute. Robert Andrich took the ball from a throw-in and put a perfect cross into the back post. Stanisic was waiting for the ball unmarked and was able to slot it away. Leverkusen went into the half up 1-0 and knew they needed to do more. Then, in the 50th minute Alejandro Grimaldo and Nathan Tella had a link up play that put them up 2-0. Nathan Tella got the ball in the midfield and played Grimaldo into Bayern’s defensive third. Grimaldo played Tella back and he played a one touch pass back to Grimaldo through on goal. Grimaldo stayed composed and was able to place it in the top corner near post. Finally to put the nail in the coffin, Jeremie Frimpong scored in the 95th minute. Bayern goalie Manuel Nuer was out of the net for a corner that got cleared out. Frimpong took advantage and dribbled up half the field and scored on the empty net.

Many things need to happen for Bayern to overcome Leverkusen. With Bayern being the only real threat to them, they are going to need some of the other teams in the league to step up. For Leverkusen on the other hand, they need to take care of business. They control their own destiny right now so they just have to close out the season. With only 13 matches left in the season, Leverkusen can see their title hopes getting closer and closer.