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Bayer Leverkusen preserved their remarkable unbeaten run after another late heroics by Nathan Tella and Patrik Schick.
Nigeria’s Nathan Tella played a telling role as Bayer Leverkusen continued their impressive start to the Bundesliga season, coming from behind to secure a 2-1 victory over Hoffenheim at the BayArena.
Pulse Sports Nigeria reports that the visitors had taken the lead in the 33rd minute through Maximilian Beier, and Leverkusen looked set to suffer their first defeat of the campaign.
Finidi George’s Super Eagles will take on Mali in the second and final game of Nigeria’s trip to Morocco after the win against Ghana.
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Xavi Alonso will continue to coach Nigeria’s Victor Boniface and his Bayer Leverkusen teammates after saying no to Bayern Munich and Liverpool.
Tella and Leverkusen shine again
With Bayer trailing, the introduction of Nigeria international Tella off the bench proved to be the game-changing moment as Robert Andrich equalised two minutes later for the home side.
Tella’s impact followed as he then set up Patrik Schick to score the winning goal in added time, securing all three points for Bayer Leverkusen.
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Bayer Leverkusen’s super-sub, Nathan Tella celebrates the winner. (Photo Credit: Bayer/X)
The victory extends Leverkusen’s unbeaten run in the Bundesliga and keeps them firmly in the hunt for the top spots.
Manager Xabi Alonso will be delighted with the character and resilience shown by his team, who refused to give up despite falling behind.
Tella’s cameo performance will undoubtedly catch the attention of both Leverkusen fans and neutrals alike. The young Nigerian’s ability to change the course of the game with his creativity and vision will only further enhance his growing reputation in the Bundesliga.
As Leverkusen continue their push for success this season, Tella’s impact off the bench could prove to be a crucial factor in their quest for silverware.
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