"Mark Flekken made several good saves that allowed us to stay in the game for a long time. We were much livelier and played faster going forward."
"We found our game and our rhythm much better in the second half. If we manage to turn this second half into the whole game, then we're capable of a lot."
"Regardless of our situation, we always want German teams to do well and get coefficient points. I wish Bayern all the best in the Champions League."
Bayer Leverkusen lost 2-0 to Bayern Munich in the DFB-Pokal semi-final, marking their second consecutive season of failing to reach the final. Leverkusen struggled offensively, generating only 0.29 xG from four shots compared to Bayern's 2.56 from 20 attempts. Goalkeeper Mark Flekken made eight crucial saves, keeping Leverkusen competitive. Hjulmand acknowledged Flekken's impact on the game and expressed hope for improvement in future matches. Leverkusen currently sits sixth in the Bundesliga, aiming for a Champions League spot, and Hjulmand supports Bayern's success in the Champions League for coefficient points.
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