Grimaldo’s stunning free-kick in Leverkusen’s thrilling draw (Video) | OneFootball

Bayer Leverkusen engaged in an exciting away match against Freiburg, in a game from the 25th round of the Bundesliga that ended in a draw (3-3). One of the standout figures of the match was Álex Grimaldo, a former player of Benfica.

The "pharmacists" started off losing, courtesy of Vincenzo Grifo (34'). Christian Kofane responded with a goal for the visitors, but the tie didn't last long. Yuito Suzuki, in the 43rd minute, scored again and it seemed the home team would go into halftime with the lead until the former Eagles player appeared.

The 30-year-old footballer - who has been in great form - shined by scoring a true stunner from a free-kick just before halftime. The winger, known for his precise foot on set pieces, equalized the score with a well-placed shot that left the opposing defense with no chance at 45+3'.

In the second half, Leverkusen took the lead with a goal from Martin Terrier, putting themselves ahead at 52'. However, towards the end of the match, Freiburg managed to equalize through Matthias Ginter, at 86'. The draw leaves Leverkusen in sixth place with 44 points. Freiburg is eighth with 34 points.

Alejandro Grimaldo - valued at 24 million euros - has completed 35 official matches in the current 2025/26 sports season. In the 3,048 minutes he has been on the field, the 'number 20' has scored 12 goals and provided nine assists.

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