“In a thrilling finale, Bayer Leverkusen clinched their spot in the Europa League final with a jaw-dropping last-minute equalizer, marking their historic 49th match unbeaten across all competitions.
Surpassing Benfica’s previous record of 48 unbeaten games, Leverkusen now proudly holds the top spot in European football history, a remarkable feat acknowledged by UEFA.”
“Xabi Alonso’s squad secured their spot in the Europa League final with a captivating 4-2 aggregate victory over Roma. The nail-biting second leg witnessed a dramatic last-minute goal from Josip Stanisic, sealing their unbeaten streak and propelling them into the final showdown.” “Roma surged ahead just before halftime with a penalty expertly converted by Leandro Paredes, courtesy of a foul by Jonathan Tah on Sardar Azmoun. The drama continued in the 66th minute as Paredes struck again from the spot, capitalizing on Adam Hlozek’s handball to extend Roma’s lead.”
“Amidst heightened tension, Leverkusen’s strategic corner maneuver left the visiting defense in disarray. In a twist of fate, Gianluca Mancini found himself inadvertently deflecting the ball into his own net at the far post, sending shockwaves through the stadium with just eight minutes remaining on the clock.” “Amidst the electrifying atmosphere, Stanisic etched his name into Leverkusen’s history books with a breathtaking equalizer deep into stoppage time. Displaying remarkable skill, he executed a mesmerizing move into the box, securing Leverkusen’s place in the annals of football glory.” “Leverkusen’s triumph isn’t confined to the Europa League; they’ve already clinched the Bundesliga title and secured a spot in the German Cup final, solidifying their status as a force to be reckoned with in European football.”