German giants Bayer Leverkusen flexed their pre-season strength with a dominant 3-0 victory over Italian side Pisa in a one-sided World Club Friendly match. The result highlighted the Bundesliga side’s depth, precision, and tactical superiority, leaving Pisa struggling to keep up from the opening whistle.
All three goals came in the first half, with Robert Andrich, César M. Kofane, and Exequiel Palacios finding the back of the net in style. The second half saw a flurry of substitutions, but the scoreline remained unchanged.
⚽ First-Half Action: Leverkusen Hit Early and Hard
🕓 4’ – Andrich Opens the Scoring
The German midfielder Robert Andrich wasted no time putting Leverkusen ahead with a clinical finish inside the opening five minutes. A slick passing move opened space, and Andrich capitalized effortlessly.
🕓 19’ – Kofane Doubles the Lead
Leverkusen’s youth product César M. Kofane showcased his attacking flair with a composed strike to make it 2-0. The 19-year-old has been turning heads in pre-season, and this goal will boost his profile significantly.
🕓 45’ – Palacios Seals it Before the Break
Just before the halftime whistle, Exequiel Palacios added a third with a thunderous effort, giving the German side a commanding lead. Pisa’s defense simply couldn’t contain Leverkusen’s midfield surges.
🔁 Second Half: Rotation and Resilience
The second half was marked by numerous substitutions, giving younger players and fringe squad members some game time. Pisa showed a bit more defensive structure, but still couldn’t create meaningful attacking chances.
Key Substitutions:
- Patrick Schick replaced Kofane at the break, adding firepower upfront.
- Jonas Hofmann and Jarell Quansah also came on, bringing energy and fresh legs.
- Pisa rotated heavily, but no combination was able to unlock Leverkusen’s defense.
Despite no goals in the second half, Leverkusen continued to dominate possession and tempo. Pisa’s goalkeeper had to stay alert to avoid further damage.
🟨 Standout Performers
| Player | Contribution |
| Robert Andrich | Opened the scoring, bossed the midfield |
| César M. Kofane | Goal and great positioning |
| Exequiel Palacios | Engine of the team, third goal scorer |
Leverkusen’s midfield trio completely outplayed Pisa’s setup, showcasing composure, passing accuracy, and killer instincts in front of goal.
📊 Full-Time Stats Snapshot
- Possession: Leverkusen 62% – Pisa 38%
- Shots on Target: Leverkusen 7 – Pisa 1
- Goals: Leverkusen 3 – Pisa 0
- Fouls: 14 total
- Substitutions: 20+ across both teams
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🏁 Final Thoughts
Leverkusen’s pre-season form is looking dangerous—and this comfortable 3-0 win over Pisa sets the tone for their upcoming Bundesliga campaign. Kenyan fans have every reason to follow this team closely, especially as they gear up for a season full of promise, goals, and possibly silverware.
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