Since first qualifying for the competition in 1997, the Werkself have regularly taken part in Europe's premier club competition. Bayer 04 are in the Champions League for the twelfth time in the 2019/20 season and for the sixth time in the past eight years. The biggest success was reaching the 2002 final against Real Madrid in Glasgow.
Last Saturday’s 4-2 win for Bayer 04 at TSG Hoffenheim on 7 May sealed the thirteenth Champions League qualification in the club’s history. Which Leverkusen players shaped the most successful Bundesliga seasons under the Bayer Cross to date? Who coached the Werkself at the time? And on which matchday did the Black and Reds qualify for Europe’s premier club competition? A review that answers these questions and many more.
Show moreFollowing the 4-2 win at TSG Hoffenheim on Saturday 7 May, the Werkself are certain to finish in the top 04 of the Bundesliga. That also means: Bayer 04 will compete in the Champions League for the thirteenth time in the club’s history next term. Looking forward to the Champions League? We bring you the first information on the 2022,23 season in Europe’s premier club competition.
Show moreThe Werkself successfully ended 2019 with the 1-0 away win at FSV Mainz 05. But how did the 365 days go in total – were they successful? What do the stats say? A summary of the most important and striking numbers from the past 12 months.
Show moreIt was not enough to secure a surprise progression to the knockout rounds. However, above all for the performance in the final group match, the reporters are unanimous the Werkself have no reason to be ashamed.
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