Leverkusen 6-0 Heidenheim Player Ratings: Ibrahim Maza Rated 9.5/10 as Hosts Won 6-0

A dominant performance saw the visitors secure a commanding 6-0 victory in a completely one-sided encounter. Schick led the charge with two well-taken goals, while Ibrahim Maza stood out as the man of the match for his creative brilliance and control in midfield. On the other hand, the Heidenheim goalkeeper endured a nightmare outing, struggling to stop even the simplest of efforts on goal.

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Here are Leverkusen Player Ratings vs Heidenheim

Goalkeeper

Mark Flekken - 6.5: From our perspective, he could have brought a book to read. Heidenheim offered absolutely nothing to trouble him. He was a spectator for the entire game at the BayArena. His distribution was fine on the rare occasions he touched the ball. An easy day's work and a clean sheet to show for it.

Defenders

Loïc Badé - 7.5: An imposing figure at the back. He won almost all of his duels and was instrumental in starting attacks from deep. We noticed his positioning was excellent, cutting out any potential threat before it even started. He even ventured forward for a header that went just over. A very comfortable performance.

Robert Andrich - 8.0: The captain led by example. He was a rock, controlling the pace and stepping into midfield when needed. His passing range was on full display, and he even tested the keeper with a shot from distance. What stood out to us was his calmness under no pressure whatsoever. He was simply a class above.

Edmond Tapsoba - 8.5: Two assists from a central defender is frankly ridiculous. He was only on the pitch for 56 minutes, but his impact was immense. His cross for Hofmann's goal was perfection. Tapsoba’s ability to play out from the back completely broke Heidenheim’s non-existent press. A brilliant display before an early rest.

Midfielders

Arthur - 7.0: Played the first half and grabbed himself an assist. He was energetic and provided good width on the right. We were impressed with his desire to get forward and support the attack. It was a promising 45-minute cameo that contributed to the first-half demolition.

Alejandro Grimaldo - 8.0: A creative force down the left flank. He created a staggering five chances and was a constant outlet for the team. His delivery is just sublime. He probably should have scored one himself, but we can't fault his overall contribution. He was a nightmare for the Heidenheim defense.

Aleix García - 9.0: The master puppeteer in midfield. From our perspective, he put on a clinic. With 161 accurate passes and an assist, he dictated every single aspect of the game. He made it look effortless, playing passes that others don't see. An absolute joy to watch and the engine of this dominant performance.

Ibrahim Maza - 9.5: Unplayable. Simply unplayable. This was a star-making performance from the young midfielder. Two well-taken goals, four successful dribbles, and a constant menace to the opposition. He played with a swagger and confidence that was infectious. What a talent. Our highest-rated player and the clear man of the match.

Forwards

Jonas Hofmann - 8.0: He got his goal with a well-timed header and was a constant threat. He took five shots in total, always looking to make something happen. His intelligent movement and link-up play were crucial to Leverkusen's fluid attack. A very strong performance.

Patrik Schick - 8.5: The perfect striker's performance. He set the tone with a goal after just two minutes and added another before being substituted. His finishing was lethal, and he was in the right place at the right time. He bullied the Heidenheim defenders for 56 minutes before earning a well-deserved rest.

Ernest Poku - 8.5: What a first half. A goal and an assist in just 45 minutes of action. His pace and directness were too much for the visitors to handle. He started the counter for the first goal and then scored one himself. An explosive display of attacking football.

Substitutes

Malik Tillman - 6.0: Came on at halftime when the game was already over. Kept things ticking over.

Martin Terrier - 6.5: Looked lively after his introduction and set up a chance or two. Added fresh energy.

Alejo Sarco - 6.0: Replaced the brilliant Schick and kept the defenders occupied.

Jeanuël Belocian - 6.0: Slotted into the backline seamlessly for Tapsoba. Had nothing to do.

Eliesse Ben Seghir - 6.0: Came on for the final 15 minutes to see out the massive win.

Manager

K. Hjulmand - 9.0: His game plan was executed to absolute perfection. His team was aggressive, clinical, and showed no mercy from the first whistle to the last. He exploited every single one of Heidenheim's weaknesses. A tactical masterclass.

Heidenheim Player Ratings vs Leverkusen

Here are Heidenheim Player Ratings vs Leverkusen

Goalkeeper

Diant Ramaj - 3.0: An absolute horror show. He conceded six goals, and his error leading to a goal was just painful to watch. While he made a couple of saves, it felt like every shot was destined for the back of his net. A day he will want to forget immediately. The worst performer on the pitch by a country mile.

Defenders

Tim Siersleben - 4.0: Completely overwhelmed by Leverkusen's relentless attack. He was part of a backline that was torn to shreds. He made a few clearances and blocks but was mostly chasing shadows. A thankless task and a very difficult evening for him.

Patrick Mainka - 4.0: As captain, he couldn't organize his defense to stop the bleeding. They were at sixes and sevens all game. He made a few blocks but looked completely lost against the movement of Leverkusen's forwards. A tough night for the leader of the defense.

Jonas Föhrenbach - 3.5: We barely noticed he was on the pitch, which is never a good sign for a defender in a 6-0 loss. He offered nothing going forward and was defensively invisible. A really poor performance in a collective disaster.

Omar Traoré - 4.0: Had the unenviable task of dealing with Grimaldo and Poku. He was dribbled past and offered little resistance. To his credit he kept running but was simply outmatched in every department. He’ll have nightmares about this game.

Midfielders

Marnon Busch - 4.5: Ran around a lot but had very little influence on the game. The match completely passed him by. He was just another body on the field unable to stop the Leverkusen machine. Subbed off late, but the damage was long done.

Jan Schöppner - 4.0: Lasted only 45 minutes before being hooked. He picked up a silly yellow card and was overrun in the midfield battle. From our perspective, the substitution was a mercy.

Mathias Honsak - 4.5: Showed some fight but was ultimately ineffective. He lost possession far too many times and struggled to cope with the pace of the game. Another player who looked out of his depth in this Bundesliga encounter.

Arijon Ibrahimovic - 5.0: One of the few who seemed to show a little bit of quality. He had a shot blocked and tried to make things happen. However he was fighting a losing battle and frequently lost the ball under pressure. A glimmer of effort in a sea of despair.

Julian Niehues - 4.0: Substituted after just 33 minutes, which tells you everything you need to know. He couldn't get a foothold in the game at all. The manager saw it wasn’t working and made the change.

Forwards

Budu Zivzivadze - 3.5: Completely and utterly isolated. He barely had a kick of the ball. Being substituted after 33 minutes was probably a relief. He had no service, no support, and no chance.

Substitutes

Benedikt Gimber - 5.0: Came on into a chaotic situation and tried to add some steel. Didn't change much.

Niklas Dorsch - 5.0: Brought on early but couldn't stem the tide. The game was already gone.

Adam Kölle - 5.0: Replaced Schöppner at halftime but the pattern of the game remained the same.

Adrian Beck - 5.0: A late cameo with the team already defeated.

Manager

M. Konrad - 3.0: His tactics were wrong from the very start. His team was set up to fail, and the early substitutions were a clear admission of his mistakes. They looked unprepared, unmotivated, and were completely outcoached. A disastrous day at the office for him.

Sportsdunia's player of the match is Ibrahim Maza