Monchengladbach see off Freiburg 4-2 to remain atop Bundesliga standings

Moments later Embolo had the golden chance to seal his brace as he was tackled to the ground inside the box. However, the Swiss rattled the woodwork from the penalty spot and missed the chance to extend the lead in the 49th minute.

The hosts were nevertheless able to extend the lead only two minutes later as Embolo squared to Herrmann, who tapped home the 3-1 lead from very close range.