Nathan Tella delivered an industrious performance as Bayer Leverkusen produced a remarkable comeback to defeat VfL Wolfsburg 6–3 in a dramatic Matchday 28 clash at the BayArena in the Bundesliga.
Leverkusen found themselves in early trouble, going two goals down before mounting an extraordinary response that turned the contest on its head.
Tella played a key role in the resurgence, winning a crucial penalty and creating a clear chance late in the game, capping an all-action display.
The comeback began to take shape through Álex Grimaldo, who netted twice in quick succession in the 30th and 44th minutes to bring Leverkusen back into contention.
The momentum continued after the break when Patrik Schick converted from the penalty spot in the 53rd minute to level the score at 3–3.
With the game finely poised, Leverkusen surged ahead with a wave of attacking football. Edmond Tapsoba gave the hosts the lead in the 68th minute before Ibrahim Maza extended the advantage five minutes later.
The rout was completed deep into stoppage time when Malik Tillman added a sixth goal to seal an emphatic victory.
Tella’s relentless work rate, intelligent movement, and ability to influence key moments were instrumental in Leverkusen’s turnaround.
His contribution may not have been reflected directly on the scoresheet, but his impact in winning the penalty and stretching the Wolfsburg defense proved vital.
The result underscores Leverkusen’s attacking depth and resilience, as “Die Werkself” continue to assert themselves strongly in the league.
For Tella, performances like this further highlight his growing importance within the squad as the season enters its decisive phase.
