The match commenced with Leverkusen asserting dominance, breaking the deadlock in the 26th minute. Nathan Tella exploited a gap in Frankfurt's defense, controlling the ball adeptly before dispatching a precise low shot into the bottom left corner. This initiated a rapid succession of goals for the visitors.
Three minutes later, Nordi Mukiele doubled the lead, capitalizing on a goalmouth scramble to prod the ball home from close range. The offensive onslaught continued, with Patrik Schick adding a third in the 33rd minute, finishing calmly inside the box after receiving a pass from the byline.
Despite the setback, Frankfurt managed to reduce the deficit before halftime. A defensive lapse from Mukiele resulted in a misplaced back-pass, allowing Hugo Ekitike to intercept, round goalkeeper Lukas Hradecky, and slot the ball into an empty net in the 37th minute.
Leverkusen maintained their dominance in the second half, effectively managing Frankfurt's attempts at a comeback. The decisive moment came in the 62nd minute when Aleix GarcÃa unleashed a powerful long-range shot that found the far lower corner, restoring Leverkusen's three-goal advantage.
This victory reinforces Leverkusen's strong standing in the Bundesliga, keeping them firmly in the race for the championship title.
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