In the first round of the 2024 UEFA Champions League group stage, Bayer Leverkusen hosted Feyenoord, achieving a remarkable 4-0 victory to kick off their campaign.
Match Overview
First Half
The match began with an early breakthrough in the 4th minute. Wirtz capitalized on a midfield error from Feyenoord, driving forward to the edge of the box and calmly firing a shot into the net, giving Leverkusen a 1-0 lead. Just a few minutes later, in the 8th minute, Feyenoord created a threat from a corner on the left side, but Zeruki’s shot in the ensuing scramble was ruled offside.
Leverkusen gradually took control of the game. In the 29th minute, Flinpon made a precise diagonal pass. He set up Grimaldo, who scored from the back post. This doubled the lead to 2-0. In the 31st minute, Feyenoord tried to respond with a combination play. Paishou’s shot was saved by Hradecky. The follow-up effort went over the bar.
Continuing to apply pressure, Leverkusen struck again in the 35th minute. Flinpon’s pass found Wirtz, who swiftly shot the ball into the net, extending the lead to 3-0.
Just before halftime, in the 43rd minute, a set piece was taken. Tapsoba headed the ball toward the goal. Feyenoord’s keeper, Verleunroyt, made a mistake. The ball made its way into the goal. This made the score 4-0.
Second Half
In the second half, Feyenoord sought opportunities to get back into the match. They focused on set pieces and counterattacks but failed to score. In the 65th minute, a controversial moment occurred in the Leverkusen box. The referee chose not to call a foul, and the following goal was ruled offside. Later, in the 72nd minute, Ueda’s shot was also disallowed for offside, leaving Feyenoord frustrated.
Post-Match Summary
In the end, Bayer Leverkusen secured a commanding 4-0 victory over Feyenoord, perfectly launching their Champions League journey. This win not only boosts the team’s confidence but also lays a solid foundation for the matches ahead.
