Leverkusen’s Champions League hopes dealt a blow by Stuttgart as Bundesliga top-four race hots up

Bayer Leverkusen were held to a 1-1 draw by Stuttgart on Saturday, denting their hopes of securing a top-four finish in the Bundesliga and a place in next season's Champions League.

Leverkusen took the lead in the 27th minute through Patrik Schick, but Stuttgart equalised just before half-time thanks to a goal from Tiago Tomas.

Both teams had chances to win the game in the second half, but neither side could find a winning goal.

The draw was a disappointing result for Leverkusen, who have now failed to win their last three Bundesliga games.

Stuttgart, on the other hand, will be pleased with the point, which moved them further away from the relegation zone.

Stuttgart's draw with Leverkusen was a valuable point in their fight for survival in the Bundesliga.

The Swabians are currently 11th in the table, but they are only six points clear of the relegation zone.

Stuttgart have been in good form in recent weeks, and they will be confident of avoiding relegation.

Leverkusen's draw with Stuttgart has put their top-four hopes in jeopardy.

The Werkself are now three points behind fourth-placed Eintracht Frankfurt with just three games remaining.

Leverkusen will need to win all of their remaining games and hope that Frankfurt drop points if they want to qualify for the Champions League.

The draw between Leverkusen and Stuttgart was a significant result in the race for the Bundesliga top four and the fight for survival.

Stuttgart's point moved them further away from the relegation zone, while Leverkusen's draw dented their hopes of securing a Champions League spot.

With just three games remaining in the season, both teams will be looking to finish the campaign strongly.