Super Eagles winger Nathan Tella delivered an assist as Bayer Leverkusen powered to a thrilling 5-2 victory over Heidenheim in Saturday’s Bundesliga clash.
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The Nigerian international, making his seventh appearance for Leverkusen, added a valuable contribution to the team’s impressive comeback. However, his compatriot, Victor Boniface, missed the game.
Early Shock for Leverkusen
Leverkusen’s day started on a disastrous note when Niklas Dorsch stunned the hosts with a thunderous 10th-minute opener. Just 11 minutes later, Mathias Honsak doubled Heidenheim’s lead after dribbling past three Leverkusen defenders and slotting the ball home.
Quick Response From the Hosts
The hosts responded in style with two rapid-fire goals to level the score before halftime. Exequiel Palacios struck a clinical finish in the 30th minute, followed by Patrik Schick’s deft chip just two minutes later to make it 2-2.
Second-Half Domination
Leverkusen seized control in the second half, with Florian Wirtz setting up Schick for his second goal in the 52nd minute. Moments later, Nathan Tella nearly added his name to the scoresheet but saw his powerful shot rattle the woodwork.
Patrik Schick completed his hat-trick in the 71st minute, heading in a precise cross from Arthur. Granit Xhaka sealed the emphatic victory with a curling strike from the edge of the box in the 82nd minute.
Leverkusen’s Form
This win further solidifies Leverkusen’s strong start to the Bundesliga season, with contributions from players like Tella proving invaluable.
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