Bayer Leverkusen accomplished a remarkable feat, setting a new European unbeaten record with 49 successive games. Their journey to the Europa League final was punctuated by a late draw against Roma, sealed with Josip Stanisic’s dramatic goal in the 97th minute, securing a 4-2 aggregate victory under Xabi Alonso’s leadership.
Despite Roma’s resurgence in the second leg, drawing level with two Leandro Paredes penalties, a pivotal own goal from Gianluca Mancini shifted the tide in Leverkusen’s favor. Stanisic’s historic goal not only clinched the semi-final win but also etched their name in European football history.
Leverkusen’s unbeaten streak, which includes an impressive 40 victories, surpasses the record previously held by Eusebio-led Benfica from December 1963 to February 1965, marking a milestone in European competition. This exceptional campaign under Alonso’s guidance sees Leverkusen poised for a treble, having already secured the Bundesliga title and a spot in the German Cup final.
Now, they set their sights on the Europa League final against Italian side Atalanta in Dublin on 22nd May, eager to cap off their historic season with another trophy.
