Leverkusen will aim to recover from their recent defeats as they host Bayern in the UCL on Tuesday. Trailing by three goals from the first leg, they face a tough challenge against a determined Bayern side. Can Leverkusen mount a comeback, or will Bayern seal their quarterfinal spot? Our Leverkusen vs Bayern predictions guide previews the game.
It is make or break for Leverkusen as they seek to overturn a 3:0 deficit in this tie. Will they secure a comeback victory on Tuesday?
| ℹ️ Tournament: | UEFA Champions League season 2024-25, Round of 16 (2nd leg) |
| ⚽️ Venue: | BayArena, Leverkusen, Germany |
| 🗓️ Date: | 11 March 2025 |
| ⏰ Time: | 20:00 GMT on Tuesday |
UCL 2025 playoffs bookies have offered Leverkusen 2.75 (7/4) odds for a home victory. Bayern enters this clash as favorites with 2.45 (3/2) odds. Leverkusen vs Bayern odds for a draw stand at 3.80 (11/4).
Leverkusen enjoyed a six-match unbeaten run against Bayern across all competitions (3 wins, three draws) before suffering a 3-0 defeat in last week’s first-leg encounter.
Bayer Leverkusen faces mounting pressure after a 3-0 first-leg defeat. They will strive to take control in the return fixture to overturn the aggregate. The Die Werkself group-stage campaign was impressive, finishing sixth with 16 points from eight matches. However, their recent form has been inconsistent, with two wins, one draw, and two losses in their last five games.
Among these was a commanding 4-1 triumph over Eintracht Frankfurt, followed by a 3-0 thrashing at the hands of Bayern Munich and a subsequent 2-0 collapse against Werder Bremen last weekend. Leverkusen can draw confidence from their strong UCL home record despite these struggles. Alonso’s team has won four of their previous six matches at the BayArena, offering hope for a potential comeback against Bayern.
Leverkusen’s Jeanuel Belocian and Martin Terrier are out for the season. Robert Andrich remains doubtful, while Nordi Mukiele will serve his red card suspension with this clash.
Bayern Munich holds a strong advantage after their dominant 3-0 first-leg win. As it stands, qualification is theirs to lose. The Bravarians suffered a setback last weekend, blowing a 2-0 lead in a shocking 3-2 loss to Bochum. Despite this, they remain eight points ahead of Leverkusen in the Bundesliga.
With the potential of playing the UCL 2024/25 final on home soil, Bayern must avoid losing by more than three goals to progress. Their weekend defeat ended an eleven-match unbeaten streak. They’ll be eager to respond strongly against Leverkusen to secure a quarter-final clash against either Feyenoord or Inter Milan.
Manuel Neuer is out after limping off from the 1st leg tie with calf injury, while Aleksandar Pavlović remains doubtful.
Here are our Leverkusen vs Bayern betting predictions:
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This clash between Bundesliga’s top two promises to be fiercely contested. Despite Bayern’s first-leg advantage, Leverkusen’s strong home form keeps the tie alive. Both teams suffered league defeats last weekend, adding to the unpredictability. With Leverkusen attacking for goals and Bayern defending their lead, a draw seems likely. Notably, three of their previous six meetings ended in stalemates. So, we don’t expect to see a winner emerge at the Bay Arena.
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Given the attacking firepower in both squads, we anticipate goals from both sides. Leverkusen must take risks to mount a comeback, increasing the likelihood of an open contest. Notably, both teams conceded twice in their weekend fixtures. Additionally, eight of their last ten meetings at the BayArena have ended with both sides scoring. With history and circumstances favoring a high-scoring affair, we expect both teams to find the net in this crucial showdown.
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Harry Kane remains Bayern’s attacking focal point, supported by Musiala and Olise. His first-leg brace secured a 3-0 advantage, taking his season tally to nine Champions League goals. This is the most by an English player in a single campaign. Since joining Bayern, Kane has netted 75 goals across all competitions, more than any player in Europe’s top five leagues. Seventeen have come in the Champions League, which is also the highest in that period. We expect him to score again on Tuesday.
Here are our Leverkusen vs Bayern betting picks:
With Leverkusen searching for a comeback, Bayern will aim to protect their lead, which could result in a draw. Use our Leverkusen vs Bayern betting tips to stake and win extra cash on betting apps for football in 2025.
