Xabi Alonso commented on Bayer Leverkusen’s shock DFB Pokal semi-final elimination to Arminia Bielefeld. Despite taking the lead early on against the

Bayer Leverkusen's dream of a DFB Pokal double was dealt a surprising blow with a 2-1 defeat to Bundesliga 3 side Arminia Bielefeld. The hosts have reached their first final in 120 years and could win their first major title.

Bayer Leverkusen’s CEO believes a penalty should be imposed on third-tier Arminia Bielefeld for not watering their pitch before knocking out the Bundesliga champions in the DFB-Pokal semi-finals. Pokal holders Leverkusen took the lead in Tuesday’s last-four clash took the lead when Jonathan Tah bundled in at the far post.