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Hofmann double fires Leverkusen to third straight Europa League win

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Jonas Hofmann scored twice in two minutes as Leverkusen beat OFI 2-0, according to Bulinews. Hofmann's goals came in the 35th and 37th minutes, putting Leverkusen firmly in control. The win was Leverkusen's third straight Europa League victory.

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Jonas Hofmann scored twice in two minutes as Leverkusen beat OFI 2-0, according to Bulinews. Hofmann's goals came in the 35th and 37th minutes, putting Leverkusen firmly in control. The win was Leverkusen's third straight Europa League victory.

Leverkusen initially struggled against OFI, who started the match brightly, with both teams creating early opportunities. Hofmann came close to scoring in the 19th minute but was denied by OFI goalkeeper Lilo. Leverkusen eventually grew into the contest.

After taking the lead, Leverkusen continued to dominate, with Hofmann testing Lilo again in the 50th minute. The visitors managed the game well in the second half, limiting OFI's opportunities to mount a comeback. Leverkusen's win extended their Europa League winning run to three matches.

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Carles Martínez’s side scored both goals during a dominant spell in the first half, with Hofmann finding the net in the 35th and 37th minutes to put the visitors firmly in control. Leverkusen subsequently managed the game well to secure another three points and maintain their perfect start to the competition. Leverkusen initially had to be patient against an OFI side that started brightly in front of their home supporters. Both teams created opportunities during the opening stages, with goalkeepers at either end called into action to keep the score level. Hofmann came close to opening the scoring with a powerful effort from distance in the 19th minute, but OFI goalkeeper Lilo produced an impressive save.

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