Bundesliga: Bayern, Leverkusen settle for 1-1 draw

In a thrilling top-of-the-table Bundesliga clash, Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen ended in a 1-1 draw on Saturday.

Bayer Leverkusen took the lead in the 31st minute through Robert Andrich’s well-placed long-range strike.

However, Bayern Munich’s Aleksandar Pavlovic responded shortly afterward with a powerful half-volley from 25 meters, leveling the score at 37th

Bayern dominated the match, with 18 shots compared to Leverkusen’s three and 70 per cent possession, but Leverkusen’s defense stood strong.

Bayern’s Serge Gnabry had two close chances in the second half, hitting the post and crossbar.

Despite intense pressure from Bayern, Leverkusen managed to secure a point, leaving Bayern at the top of the table with 13 points, while Leverkusen sits in third with 10 points.

PUNCH Online reports that was both team’s first game that ended in a draw this season.

This game marks new coach Vincent Kompany’s first game hosting the defending champions, Leverkusen at the Allianz Arena.

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