Bayer 04 Leverkusen secured a comprehensive 2-0 victory over 1. FC Köln at BayArena, solidifying their push for the top spots in the Bundesliga. A stunning penalty from Amine Adli in the 25th minute put Leverkusen ahead, and Adli doubled the lead with a low shot just before halftime. The three points lift Leverkusen to fifth in the table, keeping pressure on the top-four contenders in the chase for European spots.