Ernest Poku’s late goal sealed a 2-1 win for Bayer Leverkusen over St. Pauli in the Bundesliga. The Dutch-Ghanaian winger, who started on the bench, came on in the 56th minute and scored the winning goal in the 58th minute, showcasing his impact as a substitute.

Match Highlights

– Early Lead: Bayer Leverkusen took the lead in the 25th minute with Edmond Tapsoba’s strike from a Alejandro Grimaldo free kick.

– St. Pauli’s Equalizer: Hauke Wahl leveled the score for St. Pauli before halftime.

– Poku’s Winner: Ernest Poku’s decisive goal in the 58th minute secured all three points for Leverkusen ¹ ².

Poku’s Performance

– Impact: Poku’s introduction added spark to Leverkusen’s attack, and his goal showcased his finishing ability.

– Delight: Poku expressed his delight after scoring his first Bundesliga goal for Bayer Leverkusen ³.

Bayer Leverkusen’s Form

– Undefeated Run: The win maintained Leverkusen’s league-record unbeaten run on the road.

– Position: Leverkusen climbed to fourth place in the Bundesliga table with eight points, seven points behind leaders Bayern Munich.

– Upcoming Match: Leverkusen faces PSV Eindhoven in the Champions League on October 1 ¹ ².

Coach’s Reaction

– Kasper Hjulmand: The coach praised his team’s character and acknowledged the need for improvement. “We will build from here for sure,” he said. “Three points is the best accelerator for development. The team showed a super character and at times played well. But obviously, we need to improve.” ²

The victory marked a significant result for Bayer Leverkusen, demonstrating their resilience and ability to grind out wins. With Poku’s emergence as a impactful substitute, Leverkusen looks poised to challenge for top honors in the Bundesliga and Champions League.