Patrik Schick shines in the derby as Bayer Leverkusen thrashes Union Berlin

A stunning start

The match began with a goal in the 1st minute, when Ignacio Fernández opened the scoring with an assist from Miguel Gutiérrez. From that moment on, Bayer Leverkusen took control of the game, showing clear dominance reflected in 64% possession and 21 shots, 10 of which were on target.

Union Berlin, on the other hand, failed to create danger, registering only 5 total shots and none on target, highlighting their lack of clarity in attack.

Schick, the man of the match

Patrik Schick was the undeniable star of the match, standing out with a rating of 8.8. His ability to generate play translated into 2 key passes and a goal, as well as an assist. The Czech forward not only scored at the start of the second half but also contributed to the build-up play, being a constant headache for the rival defense.

The 4-2-3-1 formation of Bayer Leverkusen, led by Carles Martínez, allowed Schick to move freely and connect with his teammates, which was key to the team's effectiveness.

Absolute dominance

As the match progressed, Bayer Leverkusen continued to press. In the first half, they scored 2 goals and repeated the feat in the second half with another 2. Facundo Medina and Ibrahim Maza joined the scoring, showcasing the depth of the home squad.

The team had a total of 16 shots inside the box, evidencing their ability to penetrate Union Berlin's defense, which was overwhelmed at all times.

A classic marked by history

This match had the backdrop of a historical rivalry: in 16 previous encounters, Bayer Leverkusen had won 9 times, while Union Berlin managed only 2 victories. This result reaffirms the home team's dominance at the BayArena.

Leverkusen kept a clean sheet, adding a bonus to their defensive performance, with 0 saves required from their goalkeeper, a clear indication of their rival's lack of attack.

Final reflections

The 4-0 final not only reflects a resounding victory but also a statement of intent from Bayer Leverkusen in this Bundesliga season. Such performances are crucial in the fight to climb the table.

Meanwhile, Union Berlin will need to rethink their strategy, as the lack of effectiveness in attack and fragility in defense were evident. With this result, Bayer Leverkusen collects their first points of the season, while Union Berlin remains with just 1 point from 2 matches.