In a thrilling finish, substitute Haris Tabaković scored a powerful header in stoppage time to earn Borussia Monchengladbach a 1-1 draw against Bayer Leverkusen. The goal was Gladbach’s first of the season and denied Leverkusen a victory that seemed certain just moments earlier.
The result continues Leverkusen’s unbeaten streak under new manager Kasper Hjulmand, but it felt like a missed opportunity. For Gladbach, who recently changed their manager, the late goal was a huge relief, ending their losing streak and giving them a valuable point, though they remain near the bottom of the league standings.
⚽️ A Game of Close Calls
The match was evenly balanced from the start, with both teams creating chances. Gladbach, playing under interim coach Eugen Polanski, thought they had scored their first goal of the season when Jens Castrop found the net. However, their celebrations were cut short after a VAR review ruled the goal offside. Both goalkeepers were also busy, with Moritz Nicolas and Mark Flekken making important saves to keep the game scoreless at halftime.
🎯 Leverkusen Finds the Breakthrough
The second half started cautiously, but Leverkusen eventually broke the deadlock just before the 70-minute mark. After Patrik Schick’s initial effort from a pass by Ernest Poku was blocked, the ball fell to Malik Tillman, who calmly scored his second league goal of the season to give his team a 1-0 lead. Following the goal, Leverkusen looked comfortable and seemed on track for another win.
🤯 Gladbach’s Dramatic Late Equalizer
Just when it looked like Leverkusen would take all three points, Gladbach won a corner kick deep into stoppage time. Haris Tabaković rose highest in the penalty box to meet the cross, directing a firm header past the goalkeeper. The last-minute goal sparked wild celebrations among the visiting fans, as it secured a hard-earned point and ended their goal drought in dramatic fashion.
