Bundesliga Round 26: Bayer Leverkusen edges Eintracht Frankfurt 2-1 as Kevin Wirtz scores the winner to give Leverkusen the lead.

Bundesliga Round 26: Leverkusen emerges victorious in a thrilling encounter against Eintracht Frankfurt, securing a crucial point and extending their lead at the top of the table.

With the Bundesliga season underway, Leverkusen has been on a roll, winning three of their last four matches and looking set for another victory this weekend. However, Eintracht Frankfurt, who had dominated much of the season, showed signs of life in the second half with a goal from Kevin Wirtz in the 74th minute.

The match was a closely fought affair, with both sides displaying a high level of physicality throughout. Leverkusen's defense held strong, holding off a fierce challenge by Eintracht's attack, while Eintracht Frankfurt's attackers struggled to find their feet in front of the goal.

Despite the challenges, Leverkusen were able to hold onto a slender lead through Kevin Wirtz's impressive performance. The striker scored his first goal of the season in the 58th minute, beating Eintracht goalkeeper Stefan Kupka before curling the ball into the back of the net to give Leverkusen a comfortable advantage.

However, Eintracht Frankfurt responded with a goal of their own in the 79th minute. After a corner kick, Kevin Wirtz headed home a free-kick from the edge of the box, giving Leverkusen a rare moment of relief.

In the end, Leverkusen emerged victorious, edging past Eintracht Frankfurt 2-1 and securing their place at the top of the table. Their win came despite facing tough opposition in both games, with Eintracht Frankfurt showing signs of life after a disappointing start to the season.

Overall, Leverkusen's victory in this match is a testament to their resilience and determination, and their ability to bounce back from adversity. With just one game left in the campaign, Leverkusen will need to keep up their form if they want to maintain their position at the top of the table.