Xabi Alonso comments on being tricked by Granit Xhaka's celebration after his goal.

Last night, the talented Granit Xhaka made a significant milestone in his career as he scored his first goal for Bayer Leverkusen against Mainz. The game ended in a 2-1 victory for Leverkusen, which also helped them extend their lead at the top of the table to an astounding 11 points. Xabi Alonso, the coach of Leverkusen, admitted to feeling a slight moment of anxiety when Xhaka appeared to be injured while celebrating his goal. However, it turned out to be a mere feint, and the team breathed a sigh of relief as they witnessed their star player laughing and celebrating with his teammates.

Many were surprised when Xhaka chose to leave Arsenal during the summer transfer window, considering his crucial role in helping the Gunners secure a place in the Champions League. But it seems that Arsenal's loss has been Leverkusen's gain, as Xhaka has been a driving force behind his new club's unexpected rise to the top of the German league. Despite being a constant presence on the field this season, it took until the 23rd match for Xhaka to score his first goal, but it was certainly worth the wait.

In the third minute of the game, Xhaka received the ball and stunned everyone with a magnificent shot that flew over the Mainz goalkeeper, Robin Zentner. As he ran off to celebrate, he suddenly clutched his left hamstring, indicating that he might have sustained an injury. However, his teammates and coaches need not have worried, as Xhaka quickly confirmed that it was just a playful act.

After the game, Alonso admitted that he had been nervous when Xhaka feigned injury, saying, "I know Granit has done it before in training, and it made me nervous then." But he was proud of his team's performance and their unbeaten streak of 33 games since the start of the season. Xhaka himself was overjoyed with his first goal, stating, "I went for the goal, even if there was a bit of luck involved! But I am delighted to score my first goal!"

Despite their impressive unbeaten record, Alonso and his team remain focused on achieving greater achievements. "The effort the team put in, the commitment, it's so easy to work with them," he said, "I learn so much from them." He also emphasized that the team's goal is to continue this successful streak and not rest on their laurels.

Xhaka's departure from Arsenal may have raised eyebrows, but it has undoubtedly been a blessing for Leverkusen. And as for Xhaka, he has proven himself as a valuable asset to his new team, scoring goals and bringing joy to his teammates and fans. As for the future, only time will tell what other feats this talented team can achieve.

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