Maza and Schick inspire Leverkusen comeback against Freiburg
Leverkusen came from behind to beat Freiburg 2-1 on Matchday 6. Ibrahim Maza equalised after a clever backheel from Patrik Schick, then Maza set up Schick for the winning goal. Schick has now scored in each of the first six league matchdays, with six goals and two assists in that span.
Leverkusen trailed at home to Freiburg after Derry Scherhant scored, but Maza levelled five minutes later following Schick's backheel from a Moussa Diaby pass. Maza then won space near the corner, played the ball through Yannik Engelhardt's legs and set up Schick for the winner.
Schick's tally now stands at six league goals and two assists in six games, making him the first Leverkusen player to score on each of the opening six matchdays. Only Robert Lewandowski (11 in 2019/20) and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (eight in 2015/16) have begun a Bundesliga season with longer scoring runs.
Leverkusen's comeback and Schick/Maza form may boost fan engagement in the local area and draw more neutral viewers to Bundesliga broadcasts. Merchandise and matchday interest around the club could rise if the top-four push continues. For Freiburg supporters, the late defeat may temper expectations, while neutrals may focus on individual scoring records. The story may also strengthen Leverkusen's profile among younger fans following Maza's development.