Leverkusen have been doing an incredible work for so many weeks. Xabi Alonso effect is really true now. 
It must be good for his manager career as well because this is like his most serious manager experience with a big team. So far he has done a great work in the Bundesliga first of all. The team are near a spot for qualifying for a tournament in the standings now. They are really impressive in the Europa League on one hand too.
While they are in a great shape I think they have what it takes to eliminate Royale Union SG in this stage as well. The Europa League title is their only realistic way to make it to the Champions League now. They should be doing their best here.
It must be good for his manager career as well because this is like his most serious manager experience with a big team. So far he has done a great work in the Bundesliga first of all. The team are near a spot for qualifying for a tournament in the standings now. They are really impressive in the Europa League on one hand too.While they are in a great shape I think they have what it takes to eliminate Royale Union SG in this stage as well. The Europa League title is their only realistic way to make it to the Champions League now. They should be doing their best here.
So far, what Leverkusen has shown is enough to impress us, Xabi Alonso's team have performed well in the last 8 matches in all competitions. in particular, when they were able to topple Bayern Munich. This result, can not be separated from the role of the coach. yes, Xavi Alonso was able to bring his team back stronger and counted in this competition.
Speaking of the Europa League, before Leverkusen host Union SG, they will play a home game against Frankfurt first. after that, Leverkusen will meet with Union SG at BayArena, their own headquarters. on paper, Leverkusen are more favored than their opponents. Moreover, the match in the first leg will be held at BayArena.
However, that doesn't mean the away team is an easy opponent. because, they were able to keep up with the game from other teams from the German League, namely Union Berlin. I'm sure, Xabi will not underestimate his opponent. because Union SG also has a pretty impressive record. at least, this fight seems to be going to present a pretty exciting battle for us to enjoy.