The bane of the Bavarians. This Wednesday evening, Bayern Munich hosts Bayer Leverkusen for a 100% German clash in the Champions League round of 16. While the Bavarians have the most experience in the competition, since the arrival of a certain Xabi Alonso, the advantage between the two clubs seems to have changed sides.

Bayer Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso said keeping a cool head would be the secret to making his side's recent dominance of Bayern Munich count in the Champions League last 16. "We know each other very well and we've played recently,

Remarkably, Xabi Alonso hasn't lost a single game against Bayern Munich since taking over as Bayer Leverkusen coach in October 2022.Of the six meetings he has had with the Bavarians as Leverkusen