Bayer Leverkusen continued their spectacular type with a 2-0 victory over Sparta Prague, with Nigerian ahead Nathan Tella making a major impression by getting on the scoresheet.
Florian Wirtz opened the scoring for the Bundesliga leaders within the thirty second minute, ending off a well-worked transfer after receiving a exact move from Jeremie Frimpong. The German worldwide calmly slotted the ball into the underside left nook, giving Leverkusen the lead.
Sparta Prague fought to get again into the sport, with Victor Olatunji and Veljko Birmancevic each coming shut, however Leverkusen’s defence, led by Edmond Tapsoba and Jonathan Tah, held agency.
Tella doubled Leverkusen’s benefit within the sixty fourth minute, ending clinically from the centre of the field after a well-executed set-piece. The Nigerian winger had been vigorous all through the match, coming shut earlier within the first half with a header and a right-footed effort that examined the Sparta goalkeeper.
Regardless of some late strain from the guests, Xabi Alonso’s facet maintained management of the sport. The Spanish tactician made a number of substitutions, bringing on Jonas Hofmann, Aleix García, and Robert Andrich to see out the win.
Leverkusen’s newest triumph additional solidifies their robust marketing campaign, with Tella’s purpose showcasing his rising significance within the squad. The victory retains them on observe of their European ambitions, as they proceed to impress each domestically and on the continental stage
