Xabi Alonso: "We have to accept the moment we are in" | OneFootball

After yet another disappointing result in the form of a 1-1 draw with St.Pauli this afternoon, Xabi Alonso answered questions at the post-game press conference. The Leverkusen head coach stated the league is not over, but his players must accept the poor result.

"Too many differences [in results] this season, which is why Bayern's lead is so large. The season isn't over yet, but we have to accept the moment we're in. We want to do better.

"It was a very intense game [against St.Pauli]. We didn't start well but then we reacted well, with more control and pace.

"In the second-half, St.Pauli increased the pressure and we conceded the equaliser after a few set-pieces," Alonso explained.

Bayer Leverkusen take on FC Augsburg next weekend knowing there is no room for a slip up. With just 4 matchdays remaining, league leaders Bayern Munich require just 5 points to claim the Meisterschale.