Emiliano Buendia's goal in second-half stoppage time helped Bayer Leverkusen secure a crucial 1-0 victory against Heidenheim, keeping the team's title defense alive in the Bundesliga. Despite a lackluster performance that saw them fail to register a shot on target in the first half, Leverkusen's quality shone through with Buendia's decisive strike in the 91st minute. This win puts Leverkusen in second place with 62 points, six behind leaders Bayern Munich, and also highlights their impressive unbeaten away record, now at 31 matches.
Emiliano Buendia's last-minute goal secured Bayer Leverkusen's vital 1-0 victory against Heidenheim, keeping their Bundesliga title defense alive as they pursue Bayern Munich.
Leverkusen's performance was lackluster for most of the match, struggling to create opportunities and failing to register a shot on target during the first half.
Despite a tough match, Leverkusen now boasts an impressive record of 31 Bundesliga away games unbeaten, just two victories shy of Bayern's all-time record.
Buendia's late strike was also significant as it marked Leverkusen's 200th Bundesliga goal under coach Xabi Alonso, accomplished in just 88 games.
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