Bayer Leverkusen faces Arminia Bielefeld in the DFB-Pokal semi-finals, acknowledging the tough challenge posed by the third-tier team, which has already defeated Bundesliga clubs Union Berlin, Freiburg, and Werder Bremen. Under coach Xabi Alonso, Leverkusen emphasizes respect for Arminia's impressive cup run and is determined to approach the match with seriousness. Leverkusen aims to reach consecutive DFB-Pokal finals for the first time, while Arminia seeks to advance to their first final in history after multiple semi-final appearances.
"We have to respect Arminia, they have beaten three Bundesliga teams already. We have to be ready for a tough game. We need to give everything, it's an all-or-nothing game."
"The DFB-Pokal is special. It writes its own stories. Arminia has done very well and deserves to be in the semis. Arminia play with a lot of energy and are courageous with the ball."
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