Bayer Leverkusen Triumphs in Europa League Semifinal First Leg

Leverkusen Secures Victory Over Roma, Sets Sights on Treble

Bayer Leverkusen has taken a significant step towards their goal of a historic treble after defeating AS Roma in the first leg of their Europa League semifinal. The German club, who were eliminated by Roma at the same stage last season, displayed impressive resilience and determination to earn a valuable 2-0 advantage heading into the second leg.

Wirtz and Andrich Shine for Leverkusen

Florian Wirtz, Leverkusen's teenage sensation, opened the scoring for the visitors in the first half, capitalizing on a defensive error by Roma. Robert Andrich, who missed last season's clash due to injury, made amends with a stunning long-range strike in the second half, leaving Roma goalkeeper Mile Svilar helpless.

Leverkusen's victory marks a personal triumph for Andrich, who has endured a difficult year. The German midfielder sustained a serious injury in last season's Europa League match against Roma, but he has returned with renewed vigor and determination.

With the victory, Leverkusen remain on course for a historic treble. They face second-tier Kaiserslautern in the DFB-Pokal semi-finals and are challenging for the Bundesliga title, sitting just two points behind Bayern Munich.