## Leverkusen vs West Ham: A Europa League Battle
The recent encounter between Bayer 04 Leverkusen and West Ham United was a closely contested affair in the Europa League quarter-finals. Here's a breakdown of the match and what's to come:
**First Leg (April 11, 2024): Leverkusen 2-0 West Ham**
* **Venue:** BayArena, Leverkusen, Germany
* **Result:** A late surge by Leverkusen secured them a 2-0 victory over West Ham.
* **Key Moments:**
* West Ham goalkeeper Lukasz Fabianski made several key saves throughout the match, keeping the score level.
* However, Leverkusen substitutes Jonas Hofmann and Victor Boniface found the net in the final ten minutes, giving the German side a crucial lead before the second leg.
**Second Leg (April 18, 2024): West Ham vs Leverkusen**
* **Venue:** London Stadium, London, England
* **What to Expect:**
* West Ham will be desperate to overturn the 2-0 deficit on home soil.
* They'll need to be clinical in attack and minimize defensive errors.
* Leverkusen will aim to capitalize on their away goals advantage and manage the game effectively.
**Resources:**
* You can find match highlights on YouTube: YouTube Leverkusen vs West Ham: youtube.com.
* Follow the official social media channels of both clubs for pre-match updates and news.
**Additional Points of Interest:**
* This is the first time these two teams have met in a competitive fixture.
* Leverkusen are unbeaten in 42 matches this season, making them a formidable opponent.
* West Ham will need a strong performance from their key players, like Declan Rice and Jarrod Bowen, to have a chance of progressing.
The second leg promises to be an exciting encounter, with both teams fighting for a place in the Europa League semi-finals. Will West Ham manage a comeback, or will Leverkusen hold on to their lead?
