On Sunday evening, the Bundesliga saw two fierce rivals face off in a thrilling match at the Volkswagen Arena. Bayer Leverkusen faced RB Leipzig in what was expected to be a closely contested game as both teams had been performing well recently.

The match started with both teams looking to take control early on, but it was Bayer Leverkusen who took the lead first. In the 22nd minute, they were awarded a penalty after RB Leipzig's defender committed a foul on a Leverkusen player. Kai Havertz stepped up to convert from the spot, giving his team the lead.

RB Leipzig responded immediately, though, with their own goal scored by Max Kruse in the 44th minute. The equalizer gave them hope going into half-time, but Leverkusen showed no signs of slowing down.

In the second half, Leverkusen continued to dominate the ball and create chances for themselves. One of the key players in this was Kai Havertz, who scored another goal in the 55th minute. His strike gave Leverkusen the lead again, putting them back in front.

Just moments later, RB Leipzig's hopes of a comeback were extinguished when Wirtz scored the winning goal for Leverkusen. The assist came from Havertz, who played a perfect through-ball that led to the Frenchman's tap-in.

The win was Leverkusen's fourth straight victory, putting them firmly in the top four of the league table. The team is now just one point behind RB Leipzig, who have a game in hand, meaning the race for Champions League qualification remains tight.

Overall, it was a fantastic performance from Bayer Leverkusen, who were able to overcome a strong RB Leipzig side thanks to their tactical nous, individual skill, and excellent teamwork. The win was a testament to the hard work and determination of all the players involved, and it will undoubtedly boost their confidence heading into the final stages of the season.