Tella Delivers Goal and Assist in Leverkusen’s Crucial Win Over Leipzig

Tella Delivers Goal and Assist in Leverkusen’s Crucial Win Over Leipzig 

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Nathan Tella delivered a standout performance as Bayer Leverkusen strengthened their push for UEFA Champions League qualification with an emphatic 4–1 victory over RB Leipzig in the Bundesliga, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

The Nigerian forward played a decisive role, registering a goal and an assist in one of his most influential displays of the season. While Patrik Schick’s hat-trick dominated the headlines, Tella’s contribution proved equally significant in a result that lifts Leverkusen into fourth place with just two matches remaining.

Heading into the fixture, Leverkusen were aware that anything short of victory could jeopardize their top-four ambitions, with Leipzig also competing for European qualification. The high stakes were evident early on, but the hosts quickly asserted control.

Tella was instrumental in the opening goal in the 25th minute, linking up effectively in the attacking third to help break down Leipzig’s defense, paving the way for Schick to score. His movement and creativity continued to trouble the visitors throughout the first half.

The 26-year-old capped his performance just before the break, finishing calmly from an Aleix Garcia cross to double Leverkusen’s lead. The goal—his first in the Bundesliga this season—gave the hosts a commanding 2–0 advantage at halftime.

Leipzig responded after the interval, with Christoph Baumgartner reducing the deficit and briefly raising hopes of a comeback. However, Leverkusen maintained their composure, as Schick restored the two-goal cushion before completing his hat-trick late in the game following a VAR-confirmed goal.

Tella was substituted in the 77th minute after an impressive outing, having already left a significant mark on the contest. His performance statistics underlined his impact: three chances created, including two clear opportunities, 86 percent passing accuracy, and three shots on target. He earned a Sofascore rating of 9.2, joint-highest in the match.

The victory moves Leverkusen into fourth place, level on points with Stuttgart, setting up a decisive encounter between the two sides that could determine Champions League qualification.

For Tella, the performance marks a timely return to form. After a season disrupted by injuries, the forward appears to be regaining rhythm, with three goal contributions in his last two appearances. Having made 17 league appearances so far, his resurgence comes at a crucial stage for both club and country.

His improved form is also likely to attract the attention of Nigeria’s national team selectors ahead of upcoming international fixtures, as competition for places intensifies.