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Bayer 04 Leverkusen: A Comprehensive Overview

Official Introduction

Bayer 04 Leverkusen, officially known as Bayer 04 Leverkusen Fußball GmbH, is a renowned German football club based in Leverkusen, North Rhine-Westphalia. Commonly referred to as "Bayer" or "Werkself" (Factory Eleven), the club was founded in 1904 by employees of Bayer Pharmaceuticals.

Achievements and Statistics

Bayer Leverkusen boasts a rich history, having won the Bundesliga title once (1987-88), the DFB-Pokal (German Cup) twice (1993, 2009), and the UEFA Europa League twice (1988, 2010). They have also been runners-up in the Bundesliga on four occasions (1997, 1999, 2000, 2002) and the DFB-Pokal five times (1968, 1984, 2002, 2009, 2020).

Current Status

In the 2023/24 season, Bayer Leverkusen are continuing their impressive form, remaining unbeaten in all competitions so far. They currently hold the Bundesliga title, having become the first team to complete a league season unbeaten in 2023/24, setting a new European record. In the UEFA Champions League, they qualified for the knockout stages as group winners.

Notable Players

Bayer Leverkusen has produced numerous talented players over the years, including Michael Ballack, Zé Roberto, Bernd Schuster, Rudi Völler, and Kai Havertz. Amine Adli scored the goal that sealed their historic unbeaten league season in 2023/24.

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