A win for Bayern could be a knockout blow in the title race, sending Kompany's team 11 points clear. Leverkusen needs three points to keep alive any realistic hope of defending its title.

Xabi Alonso is unfazed by Bayern Munich opening an eight-point lead over Bayer Leverkusen in the Bundesliga title race, ahead of their huge head-to-head clash next week. Reigning champions ...