Quote from: Mame89 on January 30, 2024, 08:35:33 PM

Even though Darmstadt 98 is not a team that Bayern Leverkusen needs to worry about, they should not take this match lightly. Because these three points are important, apart from keeping their distance from Bayer Munich, they will also extend Leverkusen's record of never being beaten in the Bundesliga.

I think Xabi is also aware of this, he has to be smart in rotating players to avoid fatigue and of course injury. The reason is that after facing Darmstadt 98, Leverkusen will face VfB in the DFB cup and then face Bayern Munich. If you look at the next few matches, it looks like Xabi will also rotate players when facing Darmstadt 98. Because the match against Bayern Munich really determines which team will stay in first place until the end of the season and win the Bundesliga title.

Indeed, securing three points against Darmstadt 98 is crucial for Bayer Leverkusen, not only to maintain their lead over Bayer Munich but also to preserve their unbeaten record in the Bundesliga. Xabi's strategic player rotation becomes pivotal, considering the upcoming challenges against VfB in the DFB Cup and the pivotal clash with Bayern Munich. Balancing fatigue and potential injuries is essential as they navigate this critical stretch, aiming to solidify their position at the top and clinch the Bundesliga title at the end of the season.

Quote from: jakdanyel on January 30, 2024, 09:37:19 PM

Leverkusen just need to play their usual game. As long as they aren't on their unlucky day they should be able to get past Darmstadt obstacle easily. I hope to see as many goals as possible from Leverkusen as well to make up for the last result in the best way possible.

Besides I don't give it much probability but maybe Bayern Munich might get a surprising result against Gladbach considering their near history. If this happens it would be great for Leverkusen. However it is too optimistic to think about this possibility, right? Grin

For Leverkusen, getting past Darmstadt should be easy as long as they play their usual game and avoid an unlucky day. I'm looking forward to seeing plenty of goals from Leverkusen to make up for the last result. Besides, although it's not very likely, there might be a surprising result for Bayern Munich against Gladbach, considering their recent history. It would be great for Leverkusen, but it's probably too optimistic to count on this possibility, right?

Quote from: Belarge on January 30, 2024, 09:47:44 PM

I'm curious to witnessed the first team to break the unbeaten run for Bayer Leverkussen this season. Bayer Leverkusen draw their previous game, a good path for the club to fight for more significant points to accumulate in next game, definitely against Darmstadt. Bayer Leverkusen is a top club, they don't perceive Darmstadt to become a threat for them because they have everything within their reach to win matches. Xabi Alonso will probably skip these games and focused on the main threats because he's side have chosen not to lose now.

For the upcoming matches, the unbeaten streak of Bayer Leverkusen brings anticipation, especially against Darmstadt. A draw in the last game sets the stage for crucial points. Leverkusen, as a top club, doesn't perceive Darmstadt as a significant threat, and Xabi Alonso's strategic focus on avoiding losses aligns with their approach. It'll be interesting to see how they navigate challenges and maintain their strong position in the league