3 – 3
“Vincenzo Grifo breaks the deadlock with a composed left-footed finish from the center of the penalty area”
Pivotal“Martin Terrier capitalizes on Christian Kofane's assist to complete a swift counter-attack with a precise left-footed finish”
Pivotal“Matthias Ginter powers home a header from Derry Scherhant's cross to snatch a dramatic late equalizer”
Pivotal
SC Freiburg
Bayer 04 Leverkusen
Outstanding performance
Bayer 04 Leverkusen•AttackerSC Freiburg and Bayer Leverkusen served up a thrilling six-goal spectacle that ebbed and flowed throughout 90 minutes at the Europa-Park Stadion. The home side looked to be taking control when Vincenzo Grifo's clinical penalty box finish was followed by Yuito Suzuki's strike to establish a 2-1 lead before the break. However, Leverkusen's attacking quality shone through as Christian Kofane's long-range effort and Alejandro Grimaldo's equalizer kept them level at halftime. Martin Terrier's swift counter-attack goal early in the second half seemed to have given the visitors the upper hand, but Matthias Ginter's towering header from Derry Scherhant's cross four minutes from time rescued a dramatic point for Freiburg. Both teams will rue missed opportunities to claim all three points in what was an entertaining advertisement for attacking football.
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Christian GünterYellow CardChristian Günter from SC Freiburg has been shown a yellow card.
Robert AndrichYellow CardRobert Andrich from Bayer 04 Leverkusen has been shown a yellow card.
Opportunity wasted. Alejandro Grimaldo of Bayer 04 Leverkusen attempted a left-footed shot from outside the penalty area that narrowly missed the target. He was set up by Jarell Quansah during a quick counterattack.
The fourth official has indicated that there will be four minutes of stoppage time.
Offside call against SC Freiburg. Matthias Ginter has been flagged for being offside.
A fresh offensive effort unfolds as Maximilian Eggestein from SC Freiburg takes a right-footed shot from the center of the penalty area, but it's successfully stopped by the goalkeeper.
assist: Derry Scherhant
Goal! It's now SC Freiburg 3, Bayer 04 Leverkusen 3. Matthias Ginter scores with a header from close range right into the middle of the net. The assist came from Derry Scherhant, who delivered a precise cross.
Substitution for Bayer 04 Leverkusen: Tim Oermann comes on to replace Ernest Poku.
Substitution for Bayer 04 Leverkusen: Exequiel Palacios comes on to replace Ezequiél Fernández.
Jarell QuansahYellow CardJarell Quansah of Bayer 04 Leverkusen has been shown a yellow card.
Cyriaque IriéYellow CardCyriaque Irié of SC Freiburg has been shown a yellow card for committing a foul.
Cyriaque Irié from SC Freiburg committed a foul.
Cyriaque Irié of SC Freiburg has been shown a yellow card for committing a foul.
Alejandro Grimaldo from Bayer 04 Leverkusen earned a free kick in the defensive area.
Christian Kofane from Bayer 04 Leverkusen committed a foul.
The attempt is thwarted. Yuito Suzuki from SC Freiburg takes a right-footed shot from outside the penalty area, but it's blocked. The assist came from Igor Matanovic.
Opportunity squandered. Bruno Ogbus from SC Freiburg takes a left-footed shot from outside the penalty area, but it goes over the bar and to the left.
Substitution for SC Freiburg: Cyriaque Irié comes on to replace Niklas Beste.
Substitution for SC Freiburg: Lucas Höler comes on to replace Johan Manzambi.
Substitution for Bayer 04 Leverkusen: Montrell Culbreath is coming on to replace Martin Terrier.
Corner awarded to SC Freiburg after Aleix García allowed the ball to go out of play.
The attempt is thwarted. Derry Scherhant from SC Freiburg takes a right-footed shot from outside the penalty area, but it gets blocked. The setup for the shot came from Maximilian Eggestein.
A fresh offensive effort unfolds as Niklas Beste from SC Freiburg takes a left-footed shot from outside the penalty area. Janis Blaswich of Bayer 04 Leverkusen makes a great save, pushing the ball to the right corner. The assist comes from Philipp Treu.
The attempt is thwarted. Igor Matanovic from SC Freiburg takes a right-footed shot from the middle of the penalty area, but it gets blocked. The assist came from Maximilian Eggestein.
Another offensive effort underway. Ernest Poku from Bayer 04 Leverkusen takes a left-footed shot from the right side of the penalty area, but it's successfully stopped.
Derry ScherhantYellow CardDerry Scherhant of SC Freiburg has been shown a yellow card for committing a foul.
Robert Andrich from Bayer 04 Leverkusen has earned a free kick in the defensive area.
Derry Scherhant from SC Freiburg committed a foul.
Substitution for Bayer 04 Leverkusen: Malik Tillman comes on to replace Ibrahim Maza.
Opportunity squandered. Johan Manzambi from SC Freiburg attempted a right-footed shot from outside the penalty area.
Substitution for SC Freiburg: Derry Scherhant replaces Vincenzo Grifo.
Substitution for SC Freiburg: Jordy Makengo comes on to replace Christian Günter.
Missed opportunity! Johan Manzambi from SC Freiburg took a right-footed shot from outside the penalty area, but it went just to the left of the goal. The assist came from Yuito Suzuki.
Martin Terrier from Bayer 04 Leverkusen has been awarded a free kick in the defensive area.
Matthias Ginter from SC Freiburg committed a foul.
Another offensive effort underway. Christian Kofane from Bayer 04 Leverkusen attempts a header from close range, but it's successfully stopped.
assist: Christian Kofane
Goal! SC Freiburg 2, Bayer 04 Leverkusen 3. Martin Terrier scores for Bayer 04 Leverkusen with a left-footed shot from the center of the box, placing it into the left corner. The assist comes from Christian Kofane after a swift counterattack.
Alejandro GrimaldoYellow CardAlejandro Grimaldo of Bayer 04 Leverkusen has been shown a yellow card for committing a foul.
Philipp Treu from SC Freiburg was awarded a free kick in the defensive area.
Alejandro Grimaldo from Bayer 04 Leverkusen committed a foul.
The attempt is thwarted. Ibrahim Maza of Bayer 04 Leverkusen fires a right-footed shot from outside the penalty area, but it's successfully blocked.
The attempt on goal is thwarted. Ernest Poku of Bayer 04 Leverkusen takes a left-footed shot from the right side of the penalty area, but it is blocked. The assist came from Aleix García.
Offside call against Bayer 04 Leverkusen. Christian Kofane has been flagged for being in an offside position.
Ibrahim Maza from Bayer 04 Leverkusen committed a foul.
Christian Günter from SC Freiburg was awarded a free kick in the defensive area.
The second half is underway with the score tied at 2-2 between SC Freiburg and Bayer 04 Leverkusen.
The first half has concluded with a score of SC Freiburg 2, Bayer 04 Leverkusen 2.
Yuito Suzuki from SC Freiburg committed a handball.
The attempt is thwarted. Alejandro Grimaldo of Bayer 04 Leverkusen fires a left-footed shot from outside the penalty area, but it gets blocked.
Missed opportunity! Igor Matanovic from SC Freiburg had a header from close range following a corner kick but couldn't find the target.
Corner awarded to SC Freiburg after Janis Blaswich allowed the ball to go out.
A fresh offensive effort unfolds as Yuito Suzuki from SC Freiburg takes a left-footed shot from outside the penalty area. However, Janis Blaswich of Bayer 04 Leverkusen makes a great save, denying the attempt at the top center of the goal. The assist came from Maximilian Eggestein.
The fourth official has indicated that there will be three minutes of stoppage time.
Niklas Beste from SC Freiburg has been awarded a free kick in the defensive area.
Alejandro Grimaldo from Bayer 04 Leverkusen committed a foul.
Goal! SC Freiburg takes the lead with a score of 2-1 against Bayer 04 Leverkusen. Yuito Suzuki found the back of the net with a right-footed shot from the center of the box, placing it perfectly into the left corner. The assist came from Philipp Treu, who delivered a precise cross.
assist: Philipp Treu
Bruno Ogbus from SC Freiburg committed a foul.
Ezequiél Fernández from Bayer 04 Leverkusen was awarded a free kick in the defensive area.
The attempt is thwarted. Vincenzo Grifo from SC Freiburg heads the ball from the middle of the penalty area, but it's successfully blocked.
Opportunity wasted. Christian Kofane from Bayer 04 Leverkusen attempted a left-footed shot from outside the penalty area.
Philipp Treu from SC Freiburg earned a free kick in an offensive position.
Christian Kofane from Bayer 04 Leverkusen committed a foul.
assist: Martin Terrier
Goal! It's now SC Freiburg 1, Bayer 04 Leverkusen 1. Christian Kofane from Bayer 04 Leverkusen has scored with a right-footed shot from outside the penalty area.
assist: Christian Günter
Goal! SC Freiburg takes the lead with a score of 1-0 against Bayer 04 Leverkusen. Vincenzo Grifo scores with a left-footed shot from the middle of the penalty area.
Robert Andrich from Bayer 04 Leverkusen has earned a free kick in the defensive area.
Igor Matanovic from SC Freiburg committed a foul.
Opportunity squandered. Christian Günter of SC Freiburg took a left-footed shot from outside the penalty area following a corner, but it soared over the goal.
Corner kick awarded to SC Freiburg after a play that resulted in a foul by Ernest Poku.
The attempt is thwarted. Igor Matanovic from SC Freiburg takes a right-footed shot from the middle of the penalty area, but it gets blocked. The assist came from Philipp Treu, who delivered a cross.
Missed opportunity! Edmond Tapsoba of Bayer 04 Leverkusen heads the ball from the center of the box, but it goes over the goal and to the right. The chance was set up by Alejandro Grimaldo, who delivered a cross following a corner.
Corner awarded to Bayer 04 Leverkusen after Philipp Treu allowed the ball to go out.
Igor Matanovic from SC Freiburg earned a free kick in an offensive position.
Edmond Tapsoba of Bayer 04 Leverkusen commits a foul.
The pause has ended. They are set to resume play.
Match halted due to an injury to Aleix García from Bayer 04 Leverkusen.
Niklas Beste from SC Freiburg was awarded a free kick in the defensive area.
Alejandro Grimaldo from Bayer 04 Leverkusen committed a foul.
Opportunity squandered. Ezequiél Fernández of Bayer 04 Leverkusen attempts a right-footed shot from outside the penalty area, but it sails high and to the left. The assist came from Ernest Poku.
Opportunity wasted. Christian Kofane from Bayer 04 Leverkusen attempted a header from the center of the penalty area.
Missed opportunity! Johan Manzambi from SC Freiburg attempted a right-footed shot from a challenging angle on the right side, but it went over the bar and to the right. The chance was set up by Niklas Beste, who delivered a cross following a corner kick.
Corner awarded to SC Freiburg after Jarell Quansah allowed the ball to go out of play.
Corner awarded to SC Freiburg after Jarell Quansah allowed the ball to go out.
The attempt is thwarted. Johan Manzambi from SC Freiburg takes a left-footed shot from outside the penalty area, but it's successfully blocked. The assist came from Igor Matanovic.
A fresh offensive effort unfolds. Johan Manzambi of SC Freiburg takes a right-footed shot from outside the penalty area, but it's successfully stopped.
Johan Manzambi from SC Freiburg earned a free kick in an offensive position.
Ibrahim Maza from Bayer 04 Leverkusen committed a foul.
Another offensive effort unfolds. Philipp Treu from SC Freiburg takes a right-footed shot from the right side of the penalty area, but it's successfully stopped.
Another offensive push from SC Freiburg. Vincenzo Grifo takes a right-footed shot from the middle of the penalty area, but Janis Blaswich of Bayer 04 Leverkusen makes a save in the right corner.
The attempt is thwarted. Aleix García from Bayer 04 Leverkusen fires a right-footed shot from outside the penalty area, but it's blocked. The assist came from Ernest Poku.
Corner kick awarded to Bayer 04 Leverkusen after Philipp Treu allowed the ball to go out.
Missed opportunity! Niklas Beste from SC Freiburg took a left-footed shot from just a few meters out, but it went just wide to the left. The assist came from Yuito Suzuki.
Opportunity wasted. Martin Terrier of Bayer 04 Leverkusen attempted a shot with his right foot from outside the penalty area.
Martin Terrier of Bayer 04 Leverkusen has been awarded a free kick in an offensive position.
Matthias Ginter from SC Freiburg committed a foul.
Opportunity wasted. Christian Kofane from Bayer 04 Leverkusen attempted a header from the center of the penalty area.
The opening half is underway.
