Germany’s Bayer 04 Leverkusen Frauen Finishes Historic Season
Bayer Leverkusen is having the successful, historic season so far
Bayer 04 Leverkusen Frauen led the FLYERALARM Frauen-Bundesliga for three match days in September and October 2022. Leverkusen won against VfL Wolfsburg, 2–1 and 1–0, and against FC Bayern Munich, 2-1, earlier this season. And Leverkusen advanced to the semifinals of the DFB-Pokal. Bayer Leverkusen ended the season in second place and qualified for the UEFA Women’s Champions League. The second-place finish in the Bundesliga is the highest-ever finish for Bayer Leverkusen.
The Future of Bayer Leverkusen
Bayer Leverkusen has a bright future. The team is young and talented. Several key players are still in their early 20s. The team also has a strong coaching staff led by Robert de Pauw. De Pauw has a proven track record of success. He led the Netherlands to the UEFA Women’s Euro 2017 title.
Bayer Leverkusen is poised to make a run at the Bundesliga title in the 2023-24 season. The team has the talent and experience to challenge the top teams in the league. Bayer Leverkusen is also a threat to win the DFB-Pokal. The team has a good chance to make a deep run in the Champions League. Bayer Leverkusen is a rising star in women’s football. The team is on the verge of becoming one of the top teams in Europe.
Key Players Of Bayer Leverkusen
Bayer Leverkusen has several key players who have contributed to the team's success. Here are a few of the most important players:
- Ann-Katrin Berger: Goalkeeper, Germany
Berger is one of the best goalkeepers in the world. She has been with Bayer Leverkusen since 2014. Berger was named the FLYERALARM Frauen-Bundesliga Goalkeeper of the Year in 2018, 2019, and 2020. She was also named to the UEFA Women's Champions League Squad of the Season in 2019 and 2020.
- Sara Doorsoun: Defender, Netherlands
Doorsoun is a versatile defender who can play left-back or center-back. She is a member of the Netherlands national team. Doorsoun joined Bayer Leverkusen in 2020. She has been a key player for Leverkusen in the 2022-23 season. Doorsoun has scored three goals in 20 appearances for Leverkusen.
- Jill Roord: Midfielder, Netherlands
Roord is a dynamic midfielder who is known for her creativity and dribbling skills. She is a member of the Netherlands national team. Roord joined Bayer Leverkusen in 2021 from Arsenal. She is Leverkusen's leading scorer in the 2022-23 season with 10 goals in all competitions.
- Turid Knaak: Midfielder, Norway
Knaak is a defensive midfielder who is known for her tackling and passing ability. She is a member of the Norway national team. Knaak joined Bayer Leverkusen in 2020. She has been a key player for Leverkusen in the 2022-23 season. Knaak has scored one goal in 18 appearances for Leverkusen.
- Ivana Fuso: Forward, Italy
Fuso is a striker who is known for her speed and finishing ability. She is a member of the Italian national team. Fuso joined Bayer Leverkusen in 2022. She has scored four goals in 14 appearances for Leverkusen.