Knocked out in the round of 16 of the German Cup Bayern Munich the party took place at home Bayer Leverkusenwho after the 1-0 score scored by Nathan Tella won the quarter-finals of the competition. A hard-earned victory, despite the Aspirins played in numerical superiority from the 17th minute until the end of the match due to Manuel Neuer’s expulsion for a last-man foul on Frimpong.
He couldn’t be more proud of this outcome Xabi AlonsoLeverkusen coach, who spoke to the microphones of Sky Sports DE to express his emotions and those of his players: “We are very proud to have reached the next round. We had our plan. The red card for Manu (Neuer, ed.) caused some moments of tension. During the break we spoke on how to improve against ten men and we made some changes. We were more stable and patient, waiting for opportunities. Grimaldo’s cross was perfect and Nathan’s goal (Tella, ed.) was fantastic, really important for us , we had to suffer until at the last minute. Is this normal at the Allianz Arena? Now we’re in the quarter-finals.
What was most impressive, however, was witnessing the tête-à-tête between Xabi Alonso and Joshua Kimmich after the match: “We were teammates. I really respect Josh and how he has developed in recent years. I wish him only the best and I am convinced that Bayern will have a great season.” Yet many immediately thought of an attempt to approach the technician Aspirins to the 29-year-old player, who without renewal with Bayern will become a succulent free transfer for anyone.