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Hofmann double keeps Leverkusen perfect as Benfica lead Europa League Image Source: IANS

Hofmann Double Keeps Leverkusen Perfect As Benfica Lead Europa League

By IANS News October 23, 2026 • 10:14 AM View: 8

UEFA Europa League: Jonas Hofmann scored twice in three minutes as Bayer Leverkusen beat OFI Crete 2-0 away on Thursday to maintain its perfect start to the UEFA Europa League league phase.

Hofmann, added to Leverkusen's European squad following Martin Terrier's injury, struck twice before halftime to secure a third consecutive victory without conceding.