Youth League: Bayer 04 Leverkusen eliminated after 1-1 draw with Porto

Bayer 04 Leverkusen's run in the UEFA Youth League came to an end on Wednesday after they were held to a 1-1 draw by Porto in the play-off round.

Despite taking the lead through Zinho Vanheusden in the first half, Leverkusen were pegged back by Porto after the break and could not find a winning goal. The result means that Porto will now progress to the round of 16, while Leverkusen's European campaign is over.

Leverkusen started the match brightly and took the lead in the 20th minute when Vanheusden headed home from a corner. The German side continued to press for a second goal, but they were unable to find a way past Porto's defence.

Porto grew into the game as the half wore on and began to create chances of their own. They were rewarded for their efforts in the 60th minute when Fabio Silva equalised with a well-taken finish.

Leverkusen pushed for a winner in the closing stages, but they were unable to find a way through. Porto held on to secure a draw and progress to the next round.

The result is a disappointing end to Leverkusen's Youth League campaign. The German side had been hoping to reach the latter stages of the competition, but they were unable to overcome a strong Porto side.

Porto, meanwhile, will be pleased with their progress to the round of 16. The Portuguese side will be hoping to make a deep run in the competition and will be confident of their chances after their performance against Leverkusen.

Conclusion

Bayer 04 Leverkusen's UEFA Youth League campaign came to an end on Wednesday after they were held to a 1-1 draw by Porto in the play-off round.

Despite taking the lead through Zinho Vanheusden in the first half, Leverkusen were pegged back by Porto after the break and could not find a winning goal. The result means that Porto will now progress to the round of 16, while Leverkusen's European campaign is over.