Bundesliga: Leverkusen Fails to Hold Lead, Draws 2-2 with Kiel

Bayer Leverkusen drops points from 2-goal lead again, held 2-2 by promoted side Holstein Kiel.

Bayer Leverkusen suffered a shocking collapse, allowing newly-promoted Holstein Kiel to come from behind and secure a 2-2 draw.

Leverkusen started strong, with Victor Boniface and Jonas Hofmann scoring within the first eight minutes. However, Max Geschwill pulled one back for Kiel just before halftime.

Jann-Fiete Arp equalized in the 69th minute from the penalty spot, capitalizing on Jeremie Frimpong's foul on Armin Gigovic.

This marks the second time this season Leverkusen has dropped points from a two-goal lead, previously losing 3-2 to RB Leipzig.

The draw leaves Leverkusen fifth, two points behind leaders Bayern Munich, who face Eintracht Frankfurt on Sunday.

Position 

• Bayer Leverkusen: 11 points (5th)
• Holstein Kiel: 4 points (15th)

Upcoming Fixtures 

• Bayer Leverkusen: Eintracht Frankfurt
• Holstein Kiel: Union Berlin