Bayer Leverkusen vs Heidenheim: Preview
Bayer Leverkusen is set to host Heidenheim at the BayArena this Saturday, aiming to capitalize on their recent European success and regain momentum in the Bundesliga. After a setback against Bayern Munich, Leverkusen quickly rebounded with a Champions League victory against Benfica.
Leverkusen currently sits with 17 points from their first nine games, showcasing a strong attacking presence, ranking third in the Bundesliga for goals scored. They will be looking to exploit Heidenheim's defense, which is considered one of the weakest in the league.
Team News and Predicted Lineups
Leverkusen will be without Ezequiel Fernández due to a knee injury, and Exequiel Palacios is still recovering from a groin injury. Axel Tapé and Nathan Tella are also unavailable.
The predicted lineup for Leverkusen is: Flekken - Quansah, Bade, Tapsoba - Arthur, Garcia, Andrich, Grimaldo - Poku, Maza - Schick
Heidenheim, on the other hand, arrives with just five points from nine matches and is currently in the relegation zone. However, recent performances suggest they are close to turning things around, having secured a draw against Eintracht Frankfurt and putting up a fight against Stuttgart and Werder Bremen.
Despite their efforts, Heidenheim remains winless in their last five Bundesliga matches and struggles defensively.
Key Match Insights
- Bayer Leverkusen has scored 18 goals in 9 matches, ranking fourth in the Bundesliga.
- 1. FC Heidenheim 1846 has conceded 17 goals in 9 matches, ranking 11th.
- 1. FC Heidenheim 1846 has scored eight goals in 9 games (16th in league).
- Bayer Leverkusen has conceded 14 in 9 matches (seventh).
Leverkusen's goal difference (+4) ranks fourth in the Bundesliga. With 8 goals scored and 17 conceded, 1. FC Heidenheim 1846 is 16th in the Bundesliga in goal differential.
The match is scheduled for Saturday, November 8 at 9:30 AM ET.