Bayer Leverkusen Fans Honor Xabi Alonso with Street Renaming
In celebration of Bayer Leverkusen's imminent Bundesliga title, fans temporarily renamed Bismarckstraße to 'Xabi-Alonso-Allee' to honor their head coach.
Ahead of Bayer Leverkusen's decisive Bundesliga match against Werder Bremen on April 14, 2024, thousands of fans gathered along Bismarckstraße, the road leading to the BayArena, to honor head coach Xabi Alonso. In a heartfelt tribute, supporters temporarily renamed the street 'Xabi-Alonso-Allee' by placing stickers over the official signage.
Approximately 10,000 fans, clad in the team's red and black colors, lined the street to welcome the team bus, creating a vibrant atmosphere that underscored the significance of the occasion. This enthusiastic reception was a prelude to the match in which Leverkusen secured their first-ever Bundesliga title with a 5-0 victory over Bremen.
The spontaneous renaming of Bismarckstraße reflects the profound impact Alonso has had since taking over as head coach, leading the team to unprecedented success. While the renaming was unofficial, it symbolizes the deep appreciation and admiration the fans have for Alonso's contributions to the club's historic achievement.