Bayer Leverkusen triumphs in Bundesliga Round 34 as Schick and Wirtz score for the championship

Bayer Leverkusen have secured their place in the Bundesliga title race after securing victory against Mainz at the Volkswagen Arena on Sunday.

The game was a closely contested affair, with both teams displaying excellent defensive displays to keep each other at bay. However, it was Leverkusen who came out on top, thanks to goals from Emil Forsberg and Christian Gvardiol.

Forsberg's header in the first half was the highlight of the match, as he showed great pace and power to convert his chance into a goal. The German international has been in stunning form this season, scoring six goals in just seven league appearances.

Gvardiol also made an impact, scoring his first goal since joining Leverkusen last summer. The defender's powerful finish gave the visitors the lead, and they never looked back from there.

With only one point separating them from the top spot, Leverkusen now have a real chance of winning the Bundesliga title. They will be hoping to continue their impressive run of form and secure another three points when they face RB Leipzig in their next fixture.

In contrast, Mainz were left frustrated by their inability to find the back of the net. Despite creating numerous chances throughout the match, they were unable to find the final touch to turn possession into goals.

Despite the disappointment of not being able to win, Mainz can take heart from the fact that they still have a fighting chance of qualifying for Europe next season. With just four games remaining, the team will need to perform well if they hope to secure their European places.

Overall, it was a thrilling match between two of Germany's top sides. Leverkusen's victory means that they are now firmly in the running for the Bundesliga title, while Mainz will be looking to bounce back from their defeat and secure their Europa League qualification.