Leverkusen Cruises Past Olympiacos: Professional Clean Sheet Secures Last 16 Spot
Joe Cervenka
Host · Writer
Bayer Leverkusen showcased the tactical maturity that has defined them under pressure, securing a goalless draw to protect their 2-0 aggregate lead. Olympiacos arrived in Germany needing a miracle, but they found a Leverkusen side unwilling to yield an inch.
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Controlling the Tempo: Leverkusen dominated possession and limited the Greek side to speculative long-range efforts. Patrik Schick and Jonas Hofmann both went close to extending the lead, with Schick notably hitting the bar in the first half.
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Olympiacos Pressure: The visitors grew desperate in the second half, with Taremi and Gelson Martins testing goalkeeper Blaswich, who remained composed to earn the clean sheet.
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Professional Finish: The match slowed down significantly in the final 15 minutes as Leverkusen’s midfield, led by Robert Andrich, effectively “killed" the game.
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With their progression confirmed, Bayer Leverkusen turn their attention to a massive test in the Round of 16. They are scheduled to face either Arsenal or Bayern Munich, setting the stage for a heavyweight clash in the next phase of the competition.
