1899 Hoffenheim vs Bayer Leverkusen

1899 Hoffenheim have experienced a turbulent run of results, winning two and losing four of their most recent six matches. While they suffered a series of three consecutive defeats across league and European action, they bounced back by winning their two most recent outings, including a convincing home victory over Lyon. Bayer Leverkusen, by contrast, are in dominant form having won all six of their listed matches. Their attack has been clinical throughout this sequence, and they have maintained four clean sheets during this period. The away side's form is highlighted by their ability to secure wins both domestically and in Europe, most recently overcoming OFI away from home.

The history between these two sides is evenly split, with each team having secured two victories in their last four meetings. While Bayer Leverkusen won both encounters in the 2024-25 season, 1899 Hoffenheim responded by winning both matches in their most recent meetings.

• Bayer Leverkusen arrive in superior league form, currently sitting fourth in the table compared to 1899 Hoffenheim in fourteenth.
• Bayer Leverkusen have demonstrated a strong scoring touch in the first half, netting seven times while conceding only twice in that period across their recent matches.
• 1899 Hoffenheim have shown an ability to create opportunities, averaging 19 shots per match in their recent outings.
• Bayer Leverkusen have been efficient in front of goal, with P. Schick leading their recent scoring efforts with four goals.
• Both teams enter this fixture with an identical three days of rest since their most recent matches on October 22.

Bayer Leverkusen enter this fixture as the side with significantly stronger recent form, having won every match on their record. While 1899 Hoffenheim have gained some confidence from their recent wins at home and away, they face a formidable task against a side that has shown high consistency in both their attacking and defensive output. Given the visitor's streak and their current standing in the league, the lean is towards an away result.

We have no information on injuries or absences for either squad, leaving the potential availability of key personnel for this match unclear.