Madness

On a night that will go down in the annals of Bayer 04, the Werkself once again proved that soccer is the art of the impossible and writes dramas that even the best screenwriter could not have staged better. On the brink of elimination against Qarabag Agdam, the team showed a resilience that left fans and critics alike speechless.

The BayArena was not just a soccer stadium on Thursday evening; it was transformed into a seething arena of will and hope, where the Werkself celebrated an epic 3:2 comeback after trailing 2:0. The energy in the stadium was palpable as Jeremie Frimpong and the magical Patrik Schick got the black and red hearts beating again.

Alonso's decision to radically change the starting eleven initially seemed like a risky maneuver. But despite the personnel upheaval, Bayer dominated the game - proof of the team's tactical finesse and deep squad. However, when Qarabag surprisingly took the lead and later even scored the 2:0, a quiet resignation spread. But Leverkusen never believe it will end before the final whistle sounds.

The red card against Qarabag's Cafarquliyev and Frimpong's equalizer were the sparks that ignited the fire. The BayArena became the stage for an act of faith, led by the frenetic fans who savored every second. When Schick scored twice in stoppage time, the tension was released in ecstatic cheers.

Patrik Schick, the hero of the evening, made himself immortal with his brace. His goals were more than just statistical notes; they were a statement of hope and indomitable will. Now with five goals in the last four Europa League games, he underlines his importance to the team.

The Werkself continue to write their own legend, driven by an irrepressible spirit that manifests itself through magical nights like the one against Qarabag. Reaching the quarter-finals is more than just a sporting success; it is a symbol of Bayer 04's philosophy: never give up, always believe in yourself.

In the coming weeks, with the game against Freiburg and the home duel against Hoffenheim, the Werkself have the chance to continue their impressive run. But this night against Qarabag will be remembered as a moment of pure soccer magic, proof that in the world of soccer, miracles never cease.