The Bundesliga is full of surprises this season as Bayer Leverkusen and Hertha BSC meet in the quarter-finals of the Champions League. With both teams having strong attacking performances, it was no surprise that the match ended up being a close one.

In the first half, Bayer Leverkusen dominated the game with their relentless pace and creativity. They scored early in the second half when Christian Wirtz headed in a corner from a free-kick by Christian Pogba. This goal gave Leverkusen a 1-0 lead after just four minutes.

Hertha BSC came back to level things up on the hour mark when they scored through a stunning strike from Thomas Noack. The German striker hit the back of Leverkusen's net with a powerful shot from a tight angle, giving his team a 1-1 draw at the break.

The second half saw both teams fight for control of the match. Leverkusen struggled to find the back of the net and had several chances missed. However, Bayer Leverkusen were not to be outdone and scored two goals within the span of ten minutes. First, Christian Wirtz curled a free-kick into the top corner after a quick counter-attack from Florian Hopp, and then he followed up with a stunning strike from outside the box, setting up Christian Pogba who headed home the rebound.

As the match entered the final stages, Hertha BSC started to press hard and push forward. However, Bayer Leverkusen defended well and managed to hold onto the lead. In the end, the match went to extra time, where Leverkusen had a chance to win it but failed to convert it. In the end, it was Hertha BSC who won the penalty shootout, beating Leverkusen 4-1 and securing their place in the quarter-finals of the Champions League.

Overall, it was a thrilling match with both teams displaying some impressive skills and teamwork. The fans were treated to an entertaining and exciting spectacle which left them wanting more. While Bayer Leverkusen may have come away with victory, it will be interesting to see how the performance of Christian Wirtz translates into the future of the club.