Bayer Leverkusen cut Bayern Munich’s lead at the top of the Bundesliga to six points after a 3-1 victory over Hoffenheim on Sunday. Victor Boniface, who was sidelined from training following a collapsed move to Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr, scored the opening goal in the 15th minute. Boniface’s powerful left-foot shot helped set the tone for a dominant Leverkusen display.
Jeremie Frimpong doubled their lead shortly after, while Patrik Schick added a third six minutes into the second half. Despite conceding a goal from Gift Orban after a red card to Alex Grimaldo, Leverkusen held on for the win. Coach Xabi Alonso praised his team’s total control and highlighted Boniface’s return to form.
In another Bundesliga match, Can Uzun’s 81st-minute header rescued Eintracht Frankfurt from a 1-1 draw with Wolfsburg. Frankfurt had fallen behind due to an unfortunate own goal by Tuta, but Uzun’s late strike secured a point for the hosts. Despite fatigue from their midweek Europa League defeat, Frankfurt showed resilience and stayed five points clear of fourth place.
