Leverkusen Beats Freiburg 5-1 in Bundesliga

Bayer Leverkusen secured a dominant 5-1 victory over Freiburg, with Patrik Schick scoring four goals and Florian Wirtz contributing one, in a match that highlighted Leverkusen's strong form as they chase Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga. Despite a missed penalty by Wirtz in the first half, Schick opened the scoring just before halftime with a lobbed finish. The second half saw Leverkusen explode offensively, with Wirtz assisting Schick for his second and third goals, followed by Schick's fourth from a corner. This victory marks Leverkusen's fifth consecutive league win, positioning them four points behind Bayern Munich, who also won 5-1 against RB Leipzig. The match was overshadowed by a tragic car attack in Magdeburg, prompting players and fans to honor the victims with a moment of silence. Granit Xhaka praised the on-field chemistry between Schick and Wirtz, emphasizing their vital contributions to the team's success.