Following Bayern Munich's 2-0 loss to Borussia Dortmund, Bayern manager Thomas Tuchel acknowledged that the Bundesliga title race is effectively over. The defeat left Bayern 13 points behind league leaders Bayer Leverkusen with only seven games remaining in the season.
Leverkusen, who remain unbeaten, are now just three wins away from securing their first-ever Bundesliga title. Tuchel expressed his disappointment in his team's performance, stating that they lacked the necessary passion to secure a victory.
Dortmund's victory marked their first league win at Bayern in a decade, dealing a significant blow to Bayern's hopes of clinching an unprecedented 12th consecutive Bundesliga title. With their title aspirations fading, Bayern may need to win the Champions League to salvage their season.
If Leverkusen do go on to win the title, it will be the first time since 2012 that a team other than Bayern Munich has been crowned Bundesliga champions. Leverkusen, who have finished as runners-up multiple times, are on the brink of a historic achievement.
Leverkusen's narrow 2-1 victory over Hoffenheim preserved their unbeaten record this season, extending their German record 38-game unbeaten run. Coach Xabi Alonso praised his team's mentality and winning mentality, highlighting their resilience and belief in securing positive results.
With Leverkusen's impressive form and Bayern's title hopes fading, the Bundesliga title race appears to be nearing its conclusion. Leverkusen's pursuit of their maiden Bundesliga title adds an intriguing storyline to the final stages of the season.
