Bayer Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso admitted defeat in the Bundesliga title race following a 1-1 draw with St Pauli, leaving his team eight points behind leaders Bayern Munich. They accumulated only 64 points from 30 matches this season, down significantly from last year when they claimed the league and cup without a loss. Despite a strong start with a goal from Patrik Schick, Leverkusen's inability to maintain pressure and errors led to a draw, lowering their odds to retain the title to just 0.2% according to Opta's supercomputer.
Xabi Alonso acknowledged that Bayer Leverkusen's Bundesliga title hopes are virtually over, conceding they have 'very few chances' to catch Bayern Munich.
Leverkusen's only loss last season came in the Europa League final, but this season's struggles, specifically too many draws, have hampered their title race.
Despite opening the scoring against St. Pauli, Leverkusen couldn't secure a win due to an error and a lack of decisive play, missing the chance to extend their lead.
Opta's supercomputer now gives Leverkusen a minuscule 0.2% chance of retaining the Bundesliga title, emphasizing the uphill battle they face.
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