Bayern Munich withstood a strong Bayer Leverkusen charge to come away with a 0-0 draw and keep their eight-point advantage at the top of the Bundesliga on Saturday. Second-placed Leverkusen, who ended Bayern's 11-year reign as champions last term,

Bayer Leverkusen has done everything but score as Bayern Munich held on for a 0-0 draw that keeps it eight points clear at the top of the Bundesliga.

Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich had to survive some relentless pressing from champions Bayer Leverkusen to escape with a 0-0 draw in their top-of-the-table clash on Saturday and maintain their eight-point advantage at the summit.