Granit Xhaka Scores Mind-Blowing Goal for Leverkusen
In a sensational start to the Bundesliga season, Granit Xhaka left fans speechless with a thunderbolt of a goal for Bayer Leverkusen. The Swiss midfielder, who left Arsenal last summer, was instrumental in Leverkusen’s title win last season, and he showed why he’s still one of the best in the business with his stunning strike against Borussia Monchengladbach.
Just 12 minutes into the match, Xhaka picked up the ball outside the box and unleashed a powerful, half-volleyed shot that soared into the top corner, leaving Monchengladbach goalkeeper Jonas Omlin with no chance of stopping it. The goal was pure Xhaka, showcasing his trademark power and technique.
Arsenal fans will recall Xhaka’s penchant for spectacular goals, and this strike was a reminder of his impressive skills on the pitch. Who can forget his majestic goal against Hull City, where he arrowed the ball into the opposite top-left corner from 35 yards out? The 30-year-old midfielder certainly has a knack for the dramatic, and his goal against Monchengladbach was no exception.
Under Xabi Alonso’s guidance, Leverkusen have become a dominant force in German football, and Xhaka’s goal was a testament to their squad’s depth and quality. The former Arsenal midfielder played a key role in Leverkusen’s treble-winning campaign last season, lifting the Bundesliga title, DFB-Pokal, and German Supercup.
Speaking to UEFA in May, Xhaka attributed Leverkusen’s success to a combination of quality, mentality, and hard work. He highlighted the importance of Alonso’s winning mentality, saying: "Of course, you can’t win games without quality, so quality first and foremost. The mentality as well: desire, hunger to play football, to not lose and to work."
As Leverkusen continue their quest for domestic and international success, fans can expect more thrills and spills from the charismatic Swiss midfielder. Xhaka’s goal against Monchengladbach was a statement of intent from Leverkusen, and the Bavarian outfit are sure to be a force to be reckoned with this season.
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