It was Bayer Leverkusen’s evening. Alonso’s team demonstrated Tuchel’s team. The international press also comments on this.
This didn’t go unnoticed by the international press, which particularly praised Xabi Alonso and his team.
Spain
Marca: “Xabi Alonso’s Leverkusen team destroy Bayern and deal a fatal blow to the Bundesliga. The Spanish tactician’s protégés landed a bang in the Bundesliga’s game of the year: 3-0. A victory that increased the lead over Munich to five points and the makes Bayer’s dream of the Bundesliga even more real.”
AS: “Xabi Alonso’s Bayer Leverkusen are always good for a surprise. Just four days after the epic 3-2 win against Stuttgart on the way to the cup semi-finals, the team coached by the Spaniard danced past Bayern Munich and took a valuable 3-0 -Victory.”
Italy
Gazzetta dello Sport: “Hurricane Leverkusen! The turning point. But also the novelty. Bayer Leverkusen beat Bayern Munich 3-0 and remains at the top of the table.”
Tuttosport: “Xabi Alonso makes history: Bayern humiliated 3-0, Leverkusen on their way to the title.”
France
The team: “Bayer Leverkusen clearly beats Bayern Munich and extends their lead at the top. Bayer Leverkusen showed no weakness in the top game of matchday 21.”
England
Daily Mail: “While everything went wrong for Kane and his ailing Bayern Munich, Bayer Leverkusen were breathtaking, executing the plan Alonso had devised so perfectly that they dismantled the all-time German champions.”
Sun: “It looks like Harry Kane will remain trophyless while the hosts are five points clear. Xabi Alonso’s Leverkusen defended their lead in the title race with a comfortable win against Bayern.”