Hoffenheim 3-0 Bayer Leverkusen
TSG Hoffenheim scored three late goals to beat Bayer Leverkusen 3-0 in Bundesliga Matchday 7 at the PreZero Arena. After 78 minutes without a goal, Andrej Kramarić broke the deadlock from the penalty spot before Alexander Prass and Max Moerstedt completed a stunning finish on 25 October 2026.
The win ended Leverkusen's five-match unbeaten run and gave Hoffenheim their first clean sheet of the season. Leverkusen had more possession but Hoffenheim were more clinical when it mattered.
Watch Hoffenheim vs Bayer Leverkusen Highlights
Watch the official highlights for all three late goals and key moments from the 3-0 victory.
First Half: Goalless Despite Chances
Hoffenheim Threaten Early
Hoffenheim started brightly in difficult conditions. Adam Hložek had the best chance of the half in the 38th minute when he was played in by Wouter Burger, hit the post, and saw Alexander Prass fire the rebound just wide. Fisnik Asllani also tested Mark Flekken.
Leverkusen Control Possession
Bayer Leverkusen enjoyed 58% possession and completed 507 passes, but struggled to create clear openings. Nathan Tella looked dangerous, yet the visitors managed only one shot on target in the entire match.
Second Half: Hoffenheim's Late Three-Goal Burst
79' — Kramarić Opens From the Penalty Spot
The breakthrough came in the 79th minute. Edmond Tapsoba fouled Asllani in the box and after a VAR check the referee pointed to the spot. Substitute Andrej Kramarić, introduced at half-time, sent Flekken the wrong way to make it 1-0. The goal was Hoffenheim's 1000th in Bundesliga history.
89' — Prass Doubles the Lead Then Sees Red
Leverkusen pushed for an equaliser and left space behind. Kramarić provided a precise assist for Alexander Prass who smashed home to make it 2-0 in the 89th minute. Prass removed his shirt in celebration and received a second yellow card, leaving Hoffenheim with ten men for the final minutes.
90+6' — Moerstedt Seals the Win
In stoppage time, Kramarić hit the crossbar and substitute Max Moerstedt reacted fastest to turn in the rebound for 3-0. It capped a perfect late impact from Kramarić: one goal, one assist and involvement in the third.
Goal Timeline and Key Events
| Minute | Event | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 38' | Hložek hits post for Hoffenheim | 0-0 |
| 79' | Andrej Kramarić (penalty) | 1-0 |
| 89' | Alexander Prass (assist Kramarić) | 2-0 |
| 90+1' | Prass sent off (second yellow) | 2-0 |
| 90+6' | Max Moerstedt | 3-0 |
| Stat | Hoffenheim | Leverkusen |
|---|---|---|
| Possession | 42% | 58% |
| Shots on target | 6 | 1 |
| Corners | 5 | 3 |
Final Verdict
Hoffenheim 3-0 Bayer Leverkusen was decided by patience and late quality. After a goalless hour, Kramarić changed the game with a penalty that became the club's 1000th Bundesliga goal, an assist for Prass and the shot that led to Moerstedt's finish. Hoffenheim defended well to keep a rare clean sheet, while Leverkusen's possession did not produce enough threat.
Sources
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