# Bundesliga Round 20: Leverkusen Dominates Dortmund as Schick Nets Twice with Wirtz' Assist
The Bundesliga returned with a thrilling encounter as Bayer Leverkusen edged out Borussia Dortmund 4-1 in a dominant display at the BayArena. Leverkusen's victory, their fourth consecutive win, saw them extend their lead at the top of the table, while Dortmund's poor form continues to raise questions about their championship credentials.
### Match Summary
Leverkusen overwhelmed Dortmund from the first whistle, dictating play with their pressing game and fluid attacking moves. The visitors struggled to contain the hosts, who capitalized on their defensive vulnerabilities to take a comprehensive victory. Schick was the star performer, netting twice, while Wirtz played a pivotal role with a superb assist for the first goal.
### Key Moments
The game started at a high intensity, with Leverkusen looking to impose their style. After a series of promising attacks, Wirtz found himself in the perfect position to tee up Schick, who slotted home the opener in the 15th minute. Leverkusen's dominance continued, and their second goal arrived just before halftime. Schick once again proved to be the hero, finishing off a well-organized counter-attack to make it 2-0.
Dortmund, despite their best efforts, struggled to create clear chances. Leverkusen's defense remained compact, limiting the visitors to just one shots on target in the first half. The second half saw Leverkusen take control, with Schick completing his hat-trick in the 63rd minute, this time from a well-timed run into the box. Though Dortmund pulled one back through Wolf in the 78th minute, Leverkusen responded immediately. A clinical counter-attack led by Wirtz saw Schick place the final goal, capping off a remarkable performance.
### Player Performances
Leverkusen's performance was a collective effort, with key contributions from Hradecky in goal, who made several vital saves. Wirtz, often criticized for his decision-making, delivered a mature display, creating two goals and showing leadership on the pitch. Schick, meanwhile, proved his worth with a clinical display up front, taking his goal tally to seven for the season.
Dortmund, on the other hand, struggled to find their rhythm. Forward Moussa was particularly quiet, failing to impose himself in the final third. The defense, already under pressure, looked vulnerable, especially against Leverkusen's high press.
### Conclusion
This match highlighted Leverkusen's growing confidence under Heiko Herrmann and their ability to handle the physical demands of the Bundesliga. Dortmund, meanwhile, have now won just one of their last eight games, and their title hopes are fading fast. As the season reaches its later stages, Leverkusen looks like a serious contender for the title, while Dortmund must regroup quickly to avoid falling further behind.
For now, Leverkusen celebrates a well-deserved victory, while Dortmund prepares for a tough encounter against RB Leipzig next weekend. The Bundesliga title race is far from over, but Leverkusen is making a strong case for themselves.