Bayer 04 Leverkusen has etched its name into football history by becoming the first team to complete a Bundesliga season unbeaten. In a thrilling finale at the BayArena in Leverkusen, Germany, they secured a 2-1 victory over Augsburg on Saturday, concluding their 2023-24 campaign with an astounding 28 wins and six draws.
Manager Xabi Alonso expressed his pride after the match, stating, "It's an exceptional season that we've made, not just in Germany but I think in Europe. We remember the [2003-04 Arsenal] Invincibles in the Premier League and Juventus [in Serie A in 2011-12], so we deserve this part of history in European soccer."
This monumental achievement not only marks Leverkusen's first Bundesliga title but also sets them apart as a dominant force in European football. Their unbeaten streak extends beyond the Bundesliga; they remain undefeated in both the DFB-Pokal and the UEFA Europa League.
Looking ahead, Leverkusen is poised to continue their remarkable journey. On May 22, they will face Serie A's Atalanta at Aviva Stadium in Dublin, Ireland, in the Europa League final. Just three days later, they will compete against Kaiserslautern in the DFB-Pokal final at the Olympiastadion in Berlin.
Fans worldwide are eagerly anticipating whether Leverkusen can maintain their unbeaten record and secure a historic treble. As the season reaches its climax, the team's performance has captured the attention of football enthusiasts across the globe.
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