Is the Africa Cup a potential challenge for Leverkusen's title dreams?
They've done it again! Leverkusen secures another Bundesliga victory, this time over Bremen with a score of 3-0. The Werkself continue their unstoppable streak, sitting comfortably at the top of the table. But surprise, surprise, Bayern Munich is hot on their heels, just two points behind.
Can Leverkusen shake off their "Vizekusen" tag and clinch their first championship title?
Rolfes: Bracing for title hurdles
The Africa Cup might just be the hurdle waiting to trip up the league leaders this winter.
Several crucial players, including top scorer Victor Boniface, are likely to miss matches due to their involvement in the AFCON. Along with Tella, Kossounou, Tapsoba, and Adli, their absence could certainly shake up Leverkusen's team dynamics.
Rolfes expressed his confidence in the squad, highlighting their depth and versatility. "Although we'll be missing some top players, we have contingencies in place," he said. "We can fill in the gaps and make up for their absence."
Shopping for reinforcements?
With key players out of action, could Rolfes be eyeing up winter transfers as a safeguard? "We're keeping an eye on the market," he admitted. "If we feel a need to bolster our squad, we won't hesitate to act in January."
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The Africa Cup of Nations could indirectly impact Leverkusen's performance in the Bundesliga, as key players like Victor Boniface may be away representing their national teams. While the AFCON itself does not pose a direct threat to Leverkusen's title challenge, the absence of key players could disrupt the team's dynamics and hindrance their scoring prowess.
As Leverkusen prepares for the winter period, manager Rolfes is staying hopeful. With a versatile squad at his disposal, he believes the team can cope with key players' absences. Meanwhile, the transfer market remains an option, providing the team with additional reinforcements if needed.
