Unfazed by the prospect of breaking a German starting record, Bayer Leverkusen's gaffer, Xabi Alonso, keeps his sights firmly set elsewhere. "I don't want to dwell on it too much," the 42-year-old Spaniard said, a day prior to their Bundesliga clash with VfL Bochum (Wednesday, 8.30pm/Sky). "It's an outcome we could achieve – fantastic, if it happens. But it's not our ultimate goal or primary focus," he emphasized.
Based in North Rhine-Westphalia, VfL Bochum square off against the Bundesliga titans, Leverkusen, in their upcoming Bundesliga duel. If Bayer 04 Leverkusen can extend their unbeaten streak in this faceoff, they'll secure a place in history, becoming the sole record holders in German professional soccer, a feat only attained by Hamburger SV in the 1982/83 season, with 24 consecutive victories under their belt.
Xabi Alonso, the legendary ex-Real Madrid and Liverpool midfielder, has a few adjustments to make to his team. The Argentinean midfielder, Exequiel Palacios, won't be available, serving a suspension due to earning his fifth yellow card. Alonso hasn't ruled out the possibility of introducing Robert Andrich in Palacios' absence.
Germany's soccer stage is buzzing with excitement as VfL Bochum and Bayer Leverkusen prepare to take center stage, with many viewers tuning in to witness the clash on Sky, hoping to witness yet another remarkable performance from Leverkusen.
Focus, the renowned German news outlet, has reported on the recent occurrences in the Bundesliga, shedding light on Leverkusen's impressive 24-match unbeaten streak and the potential record-breaking encounter with VfL Bochum.
Loyal Bayer Leverkusen supporters eagerly await the forthcoming Bundesliga encounter against VfL Bochum, with hopes of adding another milestone to their German professional football odyssey and continuing their impressive season under the guidance of coach Xabi Alonso.
Xabi Alonso's role as Leverkusen's coach extends beyond just aiming for record-breaking streaks. According to recent enrichment data, his motivations are manifold:
- Sustainable Success: Alonso seeks to establish Leverkusen as a consistently dominant team, ensuring their success remains steadfast year after year.
- Competing with Bayern Munich: The primary goal of Leverkusen is to challenge Bayern Munich's long-term reign as the Bundesliga's dominant force.
- Team Cohesion: The coach emphasizes the importance of strong team cohesion and player commitment, retaining key players like Florian Wirtz and Jeremie Frimpong, which is essential to Leverkusen's ongoing success.
- Innovative Tactics: Alonso's knack for strategic innovation has allowed him to counter powerhouse teams like Bayern Munich, as seen in their recent 0-0 draw when Leverkusen outplayed their opponents despite failing to secure a victory.
- Player Development: Cultivating talent is a significant part of Alonso's strategy, with young stars like Florian Wirtz proving invaluable to Leverkusen's recent achievements. He fosters an environment that enables players to thrive and grow both individually and as a cohesive team.
These multifaceted goals demonstrate Xabi Alonso's balanced, holistic approach to leading Bayer Leverkusen towards sustainable success within the competitive realm of German football.
