Bayern Munich vs Bayer Leverkusen Predictions

Both teams are not alien to each other, as they have already faced themselves 3 times this season, with Bayern Munich winning none. This will be a close call and a game of chess. Goals may not flow in this match, so you can bet under 3.5.

Match info: Champions League

Venue: Allianz Arena, Munich

Date: Wednesday, 5^th March 2025

Time: 9 pm Nigerian time

Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen's paths will cross on the European stage for the first time when they go head-to-head in the first leg of their all-German last 16 tie in the Champions League on Wednesday.

The two sides have met on three occasions already this season, with Die Werkself remaining unbeaten, knocking Bayern out of the DFB-Pokal already here at the Allianz Arena.

Head-to-head:

• Both teams have never met in the Champions League before.
• Leverkusen are unbeaten in their last 6 matches against Bayern.
• Bayern Munich scored in 1 of the last 4 games against Leverkusen.
• Leverkusen have drawn 2 and won 1 of their last 3 visits to the Allianz Arena.
• 8 of their last 10 encounters produced at least 2 goals.

Form:

• Bayer Munich in the Champions League: W-L-W-W-D
• Bayer Munich in all competitions: W-D-D-W-W
• Bayer Leverkusen in the Champions League: L-W-W-L-W
• Bayer Leverkusen in all competitions: W-D-D-W-W

Team News:

• Joshua Kimmich and Daniel Peretz will miss out for Bayern Munich due to injuries.
• Bayer Leverkusen, on the other hand, will be without Edmond Tapsoba, Martin Terrier, and Jeanuel Belocian due to injuries.

Player(s) to watch:

• Florian Wirtz is the man Xabi Alonso will heavily depend on in this game. Wirtz operates mainly as an attacking midfielder but showcases versatility by effectively taking up the left-wing role as an inverted winger. He possesses a distinctive offensive mindset and functions as a highly dynamic midfielder, covering extensive ground on the field. Widely recognized as one of the most promising young talents globally, he has netted five goals in the current Bundesliga season.
• Harry Kane has established himself as a standout performer for Bayern Munich, playing a crucial role in their achievements, scoring loads of goals. Bayern Munich encountered difficulties in the previous season, particularly in adapting to Tuchel’s system and lacking a commanding presence. He exhibits nearly flawless technique when striking the ball, cleanly hitting through it with proficiency using both feet, frequently locating the corners of the net.