Benfica vs. Bayer Leverkusen - News - November 05, 2025

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Ernest Poku - Suffers thigh issue Poku was forced off limping in the 88th minute of Wednesday's 1-0 win over Benfica in the Champions League due to a thigh issue, according to Ghana Soccer Net.

Impact Poku couldn't finish Wednesday's clash against Benfica as he was forced off limping after feeling an issue in his thigh. The forward will likely be assessed in the coming hours to determine the extent of the issue and whether he can be available for Saturday's clash against Heidenheim, which comes quickly. Poku has been an undisputed starter in the frontline for the Werkself, and if he had to miss the clash, Eliesse Ben Seghir would be the main option to replace him in the frontline.

NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Loic Bade - Helps Leverkusen to clean sheet Bade blocked two shots, made three tackles (winning two) and six clearances during Wednesday's 1-0 win over Benfica.

Impact Bade was a part of the Leverkusen back line that kept a clean sheet Wednesday finishing with the second most blocks, tackles and clearances on the team. The defender has combined for seven tackles, 16 clearances and six blocks over his last three Champions League appearances.

NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Patrik Schick - Scores as substitute Schick scored a goal while taking two shots (both on goal) during Wednesday's 1-0 win over Benfica.

Impact Schick entered the match in the 57th minute and scored the lone goal of the match just eight minutes later. The goal was the first in the Champions League this season for the forward after sitting out Leverkusen's last two matches in the competition.

NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Alex Grimaldo - Leader in multiple stats Grimaldo took an off target shot, crossed twice (one accurate), created two chances and made five tackles (winning two) during Wednesday's 1-0 win over Benfica.

Impact Grimaldo was active on both sides of the ball leading Leverkusen in crosses, chances created and tackles during the victory. The wing-back has combined for an assist, six chances created and seven crosses over his last three UCL appearances.

NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Mark Flekken - Five saves in clean sheet Flekken kept a clean sheet while making five saves during Wednesday's 1-0 win over Benfica.

Impact Flekken helped Leverkusen to all three points by blanking Benfica on Wednesday. The clean sheet was the first in the Champions League for the keeper as he's combined to allow eight goals while making six saves over his last three starts. Leverkusen take on Heidenheim on Saturday in the Bundesliga.

NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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