Bayer Leverkusen is on the brink of making football history as they approach a milestone that only a select few clubs have achieved in the 21st century. With an impressive 40-game unbeaten run across all competitions, Leverkusen is poised to join an exclusive club of European giants.
Since the turn of the century, only four teams from Europe’s top five leagues have managed to string together such an extraordinary streak of invincibility. Juventus leads the pack with a remarkable 43-game unbeaten run during the 2011-2012 season, followed closely by Inter Milan and Real Madrid, who both achieved 40-game unbeaten streaks in the 2004-2005 and 2016-2017 campaigns, respectively.
Only four teams from Europe’s big five leagues have put together a 40+ game unbeaten run across all competitions in the 21st century:
◎ 43 – Juventus (2011-12)
◎ 40 – Inter (2004-05)
◎ 40 – Real Madrid (2016-17)
◉ 40 – Bayer LeverkusenThis streak is incredible. 🫡 pic.twitter.com/c7m5fjf5or
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Now, Bayer Leverkusen stands shoulder to shoulder with these illustrious clubs, having reached the coveted milestone of 40 consecutive matches without defeat. This remarkable feat is a testament to the team’s resilience, consistency, and tactical prowess under the guidance of their manager, Xabi Alonso.
