It was evident that, with Xabi Alonso and Bayern Leverkusen, last season was not just about luck. When for 51 games in a row a team keeps on showing good performances, it is no more a fluke but the resultant effect of a coach’s acumen, tactics, and strategy. Alonso has already proved himself that he can guide his side to perform on different fronts. So, if he continues to do so, there is no reason why they cannot make an impact in the Champions League as well though the path is far from easy.
In the Bundesliga, they know their opponents better. While in the Champions League the challenges are greater. Because of a different level of competition. Alonso needs to maintain his team’s focus and work hard to be able to compete in these two major competitions. The key to their success does not lie in their individuality, rather it does not only lie in their individuality but also it lies in the teamwork and the coach’s clever strategy.
it is clear that this season is very different from last season, although Xabi alonso's performance last season has succeeded in bringing great progress to the team but this season of course he needs a lot of support to be able to make it happen. The previous match Leverkusen was defeated by Leipzig in front of their supporters, clearly this is a big challenge for Leverkusen to be able to improve their game better so as not to lose points again. In addition, if losing points often occurs, there is a big possibility that they will find it difficult to compete with Bayern Munich this season.
Talking about the Champions League, it is clear that there are many challenges that Leverkusen must overcome because the Champions League match will be more difficult with many big teams that they will face. The players must also be able to maintain their best performance as they did last season, because to achieve the target, of course the players must be able to contribute greatly in every match by seeking victory.