Xabi Alonso's Bayer Leverkusen secured a 3-1 victory over Hoffenheim, showing resilience after Alejandro Grimaldo received a red card. Leverkusen initially led 3-0 but faced a challenge when they went a man down. Despite Hoffenheim's efforts, Leverkusen maintained control of the game, remaining second in the Bundesliga standings. Alonso praised his team's performance, particularly in adapting to the situation and managing the game effectively under pressure, despite the loss of possession. The team acknowledged the need to avoid unnecessary yellow cards in future matches.
"There were two games - 60 minutes with 11 players and 30 minutes with 10. We played well in both. Even when we were down to 10 men, we controlled the game."
"Unfortunately, I had to take Buendia off. But it was the right decision. We had less possession when we were a man down, but basically we did well."
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