Bayer Leverkusen delivered a ruthless first-half performance, striking three times in just seven minutes, to leave hosts Eintracht Frankfurt reeling with a 4-1 victory in the Bundesliga on Saturday.

Xabi Alonso's team set the pace from the start and steadily gained control of the game. Granit Xhaka played a key role in orchestrating Leverkusen's attacks, and his sharp vision led to the opening goal in the 26th minute.

Bayer Leverkusen are desperately trying to stay within the title race and now must travel to Deutsche Bank Park to take on Eintracht Frankfurt on Saturday.Frankfurt are currently in third place and