Boniface continues bench role – Lively Tella baby steals show as Leverkusen run riot against Frankfurt

Nigeria's Tella shines in Leverkusen's big win against Frankfurt.

Boniface continues bench role – Lively Tella baby steals show as Leverkusen run riot against Frankfurt

Izuchukwu Akawor • Izuchukwu Akawor • 20:22 - 01.03.2025

Nathan Tella was one of the stars for German champions Bayer Leverkusen, with Super Eagles teammate Victor Boniface on the bench for most part of their comprehensive win against Frankfurt.

Bayer Leverkusen continued their impressive form with a dominant display against Eintracht Frankfurt, thanks in part to a lively performance from winger Nathan Tella.

The Nigerian, who was one of Leverkusen's most active players, opened the scoring with a clever run behind the Eintracht backline, firing a shot into the bottom left corner.

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Tella's goal was the first of four in a blistering first half for Leverkusen. Mukiele doubled the lead with a close-range finish, and Patrik Schick added a third, showing the visitors' attacking ability.

Despite a late consolation goal from Hugo Ekitiké, Leverkusen restored their three-goal advantage through a stunning strike from García.

Tella in the game against Frankfurt

Key Moments

  • Tella's Opener: The winger's goal set the tone for Leverkusen's dominant first half, showcasing his speed and finishing ability.

  • Mukiele's First Bundesliga Goal: The defender's close-range finish marked his first goal in the Bundesliga for Leverkusen.

Tella celebrates his opener for Leverkusen.
  • Schick's Clinical Finish: The striker's goal highlighted Leverkusen's attacking potency, with Schick dispatching the ball confidently from the penalty spot.

  • Ekitiké's Consolation: The Frenchman's goal gave Frankfurt a glimmer of hope, but it was too little, too late.

Victor Boniface's Role

Despite his impressive record against Eintracht Frankfurt, Victor Boniface started on the bench.

He was introduced in the 78th minute, replacing Tella, as Leverkusen looked to maintain their momentum.

Victor Boniface started on the bench again

Boniface had previously scored three goals in as many league meetings with Frankfurt, all resulting in Leverkusen wins.

Leverkusen's victory extends their unbeaten away run to 28 matches, a new Bundesliga record.

This achievement is a testament to Xabi Alonso's tactical acumen and the team's resilience on the road.