Leverkusen Concedes Late, Draws 2-2 with Werder Bremen

In Bundesliga’s 8th round, Bayer Leverkusen, the reigning champion, faced Werder Bremen at Weser Stadium, where the game ended in a dramatic 2-2 draw. Leverkusen took the lead twice, first with a 30th-minute goal from Victor Boniface and then through an own goal by Felix Agu in the 77th minute. However, Werder Bremen responded each time, with Marvin Ducksch equalizing in the 74th minute and Romano Schmid scoring a crucial goal in the 90th minute to secure the draw.

Match Summary:

• Leverkusen’s Early Lead: Boniface put Leverkusen ahead in the 30th minute, showcasing his form this season.
• Late Drama: Despite regaining the lead in the 77th minute, Leverkusen couldn’t hold on, with Schmid’s last-minute goal leveling the match.

This result moves Leverkusen to 15 points, keeping them in 3rd place in the Bundesliga, while Werder Bremen now sits in 9th with 12 points.

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