Bayer Leverkusen Wins First Leg of Europa League Semifinal Against Roma

Unbeaten Streak Continues

Bayer Leverkusen extended their unbeaten streak to 47 matches in all competitions with a 2-0 victory over Roma in the first leg of the Europa League semifinal on Thursday.

Match Highlights

Leverkusen took the lead in the 32nd minute through Moussa Diaby, who converted a penalty after Roma goalkeeper Pau Lopez fouled Leon Bailey in the area. Charles Aránguiz doubled the German club's advantage in the 59th minute with a header from a corner.

The victory gives Leverkusen a two-goal cushion ahead of the second leg in Germany next week. Roma will need to score at least twice to progress to the final, while Leverkusen can afford to lose by one goal and still advance.