After numerous chances, it was the last shot on goal that saw Exequiel Palacios set off euphoric celebrations amongst the travelling Bayer 04 fans in the first competitive match of the new year as the Werkself were rewarded for their relentless and determined performance at FC Augsburg. The 1-0 away win on Bundesliga matchday 17 keeps the Werkself top of the table in the Hinrunde in 2023/24 without a single defeat as they made a successful start to 2024. The reaction, stats and facts on the hard-fought win in Augsburg are here in the Werkself review.
Show moreBayer 04 claimed a 1-0 win in their first competitive fixture of 2024 thanks to an injury-time goal from Exequiel Palacios in Augsburg. The Werkself had pushed throughout the game for that decisive strike that ensures they end the first half of the 2023/24 Bundesliga season top of the table and still unbeaten, marking the club’s best start ever to a top-flight campaign.
Show moreBayer 04 finally return to competitive action for 2024 as they visit Augsburg on Matchday 17 in the Bundesliga on Saturday, 13 January (kick-off: 15:30 CET). Here’s all you need to know ahead of the game that officially marks the midpoint of the 2023/24 league campaign.
Show moreThe opening fixture of 2024 also represents the conclusion of the best first half of a Bundesliga campaign in Leverkusen’s history. That comes with Matchday 17 as the Werkself visit Augsburg on Saturday, 13 January (15:30 CET). Ahead of the game, head coach Xabi Alonso gave his assessment of training so far, absences due to the Africa Cup of Nations, and an improved Augsburg.
Show moreIt's a minor anniversary as Augsburg and Bayer 04 meet for the 25th time in the Bundesliga this Saturday, 13 January (kick-off: 15.30 CET). The overall record speaks clearly in favour of the Werkself. Last season, however, the team from Bavaria defeated the Black & Reds twice. Can 11th-placed FCA pull off another coup against the leaders on the last matchday of the first half of the season? Here’s the lowdown on our next opponents.
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