Bayer Leverkusen vs FC Koln Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Bundesliga 2025-26

The Werkself have won their previous three matches against the Billy Goats.

Bayer Leverkusen are all set to host FC Koln for their matchweek 14 of the 2025-26 Bundesliga. This entertaining contest between these clubs is going to take place at the BayArena.

The Werkself were held to a 2-2 draw by Newcastle United in their UEFA Champions League clash. Before that, they were outplayed by FC Augsburg in their Bundesliga outing because of poor efforts.

Despite being at home, Bayer Leverkusen will not be very confident. Their sole target will be to return to winning ways here.

FC Koln began the new season with some promising performances, but have slowly become inconsistent. They were held to a 1-1 draw against FC St. Pauli in their previous league match.

The Billy Goats are now in eighth place on the Bundesliga points table. They are going to be the visiting team in their next game, making it a tough outing for them.

Kick-off:

• Location: Leverkusen, Germany
• Stadium: BayArena
• Date: Saturday, December 13
• Kick-off Time: 11:00 p.m. IST/ 05:30 p.m. GMT/ 12:30 p.m. ET/ 09:30 a.m. PT
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In use

Form:

Leverkusen: W-L-W-L-D

Koln: W-L-L-D-D

Players to Watch

Alejandro Grimaldo (Bayer Leverkusen)

The Spaniard once again came to the rescue for the Werkself after scoring a late equaliser in their previous UCL game against the Magpies. He is like an all-around performer on the pitch, who puts in efforts everywhere, even out of his comfort zone. Alejandro Grimaldo can defend well, regulate the ball in the midfield and is also very capable of scoring goals.

AG20. 🇪🇸😍90' | 2-2 | #B04NEW #UCL pic.twitter.com/zsoPGOaRT6

— Bayer 04 Leverkusen (@bayer04_en) December 10, 2025

Said El Mala (FC Koln)

The 19-year-old is going to be one of the main men in the attacking front for FC Koln. In 13 Bundesliga appearances this season, he has scored six goals and has two assists to his name. He will now be keen to add more to his tally.

Said El Mala has been one of the most consistent players for his side in their last few matches.

Match Facts

• Bayer Leverkusen have failed to secure a win in their last two matches.
• FC Koln have not secured a win in their last four games.
• The Billy Goats have only won one of their last five fixtures against the Werkself.

Leverkusen vs FC Koln: Betting Tips and Odds

• Bayer Leverkusen to win @11/20 William Hill
• Patrik Schick to score @11/10 Betway
• Goals under 3.5 @13/20 BetMGM

Injury and Team News

Exequiel Palacios is not going to be in action for Bayer Leverkusen. He is injured.

FC Koln will not have Malek El Mala, Timo Hubers, Luca Kilian, Joel Schmied and Dominique Heintz in action due to their injuries.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 92

Leverkusen won: 37

Koln won: 25

Draws: 30

Predicted Lineups

Bayer Leverkusen predicted lineup (3-4-2-1)

Flekken (GK); Quansah, Andrich, Tapsoba; Arthur, Maza, Garcia, Grimaldo; Tillman, Poku; Schick

FC Koln predicted lineup (3-4-3)

Schwäbe (GK); Sebulonsen, Martel, Van den Berg; Thielmann, Krauss, Huseinbasic, Kaminski; Waldschmidt, El Mala, Bulter

Match Prediction

These clubs are now aiming to jump back to winning ways. Bayer Leverkusen are likely to take down FC Koln in their upcoming Bundesliga clash.

Prediction: Leverkusen 2-1 Köln

Telecast Details

India: Sony LIV, Sony Sports Network

UK: Sky Sports, BBC, Amazon 

USA: ESPN+

Nigeria: StarTimes, Canal+

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