UCL: Bayer Leverkusen Secure Direct Spot in Champions League Round of 16

Bayer Leverkusen defeated Sparta Prague 2-0 to secure a direct spot in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16. Get the latest UCL updates, match highlights, and results.

Bayer Leverkusen concluded the UEFA Champions League league phase in style, defeating Sparta Prague 2-0 to secure their passage directly to the Round of 16. This victory also maintained their impressive record of winning every home match in the competition this term without conceding.

Die Werkself began the match in a strong position, occupying a coveted spot in the top eight. They looked imperious from the start, aiming to strengthen their position. However, they had to be patient, as Granit Xhaka fired off-target, and Martin Vitik hacked the ball away after Peter Vindahl flapped at a corner.

Leverkusen finish 6th 🔴⚫️#UCL pic.twitter.com/EqwOhU4izB

— UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) January 29, 2025

Florian Wirtz sent one attempt from range wide and saw another effort impressively saved by Vindahl. Meanwhile, Tomas Wiesner sent two headers wide at the other end. Sparta Prague continued to show determination, despite having no hope of reaching the play-offs. Jaroslav Zeleny's block of Edmond Tapsoba's strike with his head exemplified their resilience, although Georgi Kabakov initially awarded a penalty for handball.

The league phase is complete ✅#UCL pic.twitter.com/8Ix7MvcqI4

— UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) January 29, 2025

Bayer Leverkusen concluded the UEFA Champions League league phase in style, defeating Sparta Prague 2-0 to secure their passage directly to the Round of 16. This victory also maintained their impressive record of winning every home match in the competition this term without conceding.

Die Werkself began the match in a strong position, occupying a coveted spot in the top eight. They looked imperious from the start, aiming to strengthen their position. However, they had to be patient, as Granit Xhaka fired off-target, and Martin Vitik hacked the ball away after Peter Vindahl flapped at a corner.

Florian Wirtz sent one attempt from range wide and saw another effort impressively saved by Vindahl. Meanwhile, Tomas Wiesner sent two headers wide at the other end. Sparta Prague continued to show determination, despite having no hope of reaching the play-offs. Jaroslav Zeleny's block of Edmond Tapsoba's strike with his head exemplified their resilience, although Georgi Kabakov initially awarded a penalty for handball.