In a gripping Europa League quarter-final clash, Bayer Leverkusen emerged victorious over West Ham with a 2-0 win, despite Lukasz Fabianski's heroic efforts in goal for the Hammers.
The match saw Leverkusen's dominance throughout, with Alejandro Grimaldo and Patrik Schick testing Fabianski early on. West Ham's hopes were dashed when Lucas Paqueta received a yellow card, ruling him out of the second leg. Fabianski's brilliance kept Leverkusen at bay until substitutes Jonas Hofmann and Victor Boniface found the net late in the game.
Xabi Alonso's strategic substitutions proved pivotal for Leverkusen, maintaining their pursuit of a historic treble.
With Leverkusen firmly in control, West Ham faces a daunting task in the return leg.
Despite Fabianski's standout performance, West Ham must regroup ahead of their upcoming fixtures, while Leverkusen remains focused on their quest for silverware.
The match showcased Leverkusen's strength and West Ham's resilience, setting the stage for an intriguing second leg.
