Founded in 1904, Bayer Leverkusen has built a reputation as Germany’s nearly-men, always challenging for titles but falling just short. With 1 Bundesliga title pending (2024 season leading), 1 DFB-Pokal, and a 2002 UEFA Champions League final appearance, Leverkusen has shown resilience despite heartbreaks. Their fans, Nordkurve Leverkusen, have stood by them through painful near-misses, including the 2002 season, when they finished second in the Bundesliga, DFB-Pokal, and Champions League, earning them the nickname “Neverkusen.” Yet, their current resurgence under Xabi Alonso proves that the club is ready to shake off its past and claim glory