Patrik Schick continued his perfect scoring start to the Bundesliga season, leading Bayer Leverkusen to a 2-0 home win over RB Leipzig and into fifth place. The Czech striker volleyed home in the 44th minute for his fourth goal in as many league games this campaign.
Miguel Gutiérrez, who provided the assist for the opener, added a second goal in the 57th minute to seal Leverkusen's second league victory. The result marked a third consecutive competitive home win without conceding under manager Carles Martínez Novell. "I could have scored a few more," said Schick after the match. "But overall, we did a really great job."
Defensive Solidity the Foundation
Defensive solidity was again a cornerstone of the success. Goalkeeper Mark Flekken stated the team executed their defensive plan well, with effective counter-pressing and smart fouls. The third straight home clean sheet matched a club record set by Rudi Völler in 2000. Leverkusen has now scored at least twice in all six competitive matches this season and sits fifth in the table with seven points from four games. The team's current standing can be tracked in the standings.
Focus Turns to Mainz
Following the international break, an away fixture against sixth-placed FSV Mainz 05 awaits on October 10. Leverkusen will be without several injured players including Nathan Tella but can rely on Schick's scoring form. The 30-year-old is now joint-top of the Bundesliga scoring charts with four goals. The next phase of the season schedule is available on the fixtures page.
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