Bayer Leverkusen vs Heidenheim Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

The defending champions are already nine points behind in the title race.

Bayer Leverkusen will welcome Heidenheim to the BayArena as club football returns after the final international break. The defending champions of Germany will aim to bounce back to winning ways after dropping points in five of their last six games, including a 1-1 draw against Bochum in their last outing. Leverkusen will count upon their lethal attacking unit to take them over the line.

See you on Saturday! 🔜#B04FCH pic.twitter.com/g5meOH82z9

— Bayer 04 Leverkusen (@bayer04_en) November 19, 2024

Heidenheim on the other hand have failed to build upon their good run of performances from last season. They have been one of the inconsistent sides in the Bundesliga this season and have not been able to live up to the expectations. They will need to be solid defensively and be on their toes against Leverkusen’s star-studded attacking line. 

Kick Off

Saturday, November 23, 8:00 PM IST

Venue: BayArena

Form

Bayer Leverkusen (in all competitions): D-L-D-W-D

Heidenheim (in all competitions): L-W-L-L-D

Players to watch 

Florian Wirtz (Bayer Leverkusen)

The German wonderkid will bring in tremendous run of form into this game with the aim to be the difference between the two sides. Wirtz had a wonderful international break where he racked up two goals and an assist. His playing-making abilities coupled with his strong attacking prowess will come in as an added advantage for the defending champions. He has scored seven goals and also has two assists for his team across all competitions.

When the International break is finally over! 💪 pic.twitter.com/mZ1lsICj56

— Bayer 04 Leverkusen (@bayer04_en) November 20, 2024

Marvin Pieringer (Heidenheim)

The German striker has been one of the best players for Heidenheim this season. He is known for his physical presence inside the box and is regarded as one of the best finishers for his side. Standing at 6’2, Pieringer possesses a strong aerial presence and is a clear winner when it comes to aerial duels. His ability to initiate link-up play with his teammates and positioning will come in handy for his side.

Match facts

• Bayer Leverkusen completed a league double over Heidenheim last season
• Heidenheim are winless in their last five Bundesliga outings
• Leverkusen have dropped 11 points from winning positions this season

Bayer Leverkusen vs Heidenheim: Betting tips and Odds

• Tip 1: Bayer Leverkusen to win – 1/5 by CORAL
• Tip 2: Victor Boniface to score anytime – 4/5 by Bet365
• Tip 3: Both teams to score – 1/1 by Betway

Injury & Team News

Bayer Leverkusen will miss Amine Adli, Jeanuel Belocian. Meanwhile, Heidenheim will be without Luka Janes, Thomas Keller and Julian Niehues. 

Head-to-head

Total Matches played – 2

Bayer Leverkusen wins – 2 

Heidenheim wins – 0

Draws – 0

Predicted Line-up 

Bayer Leverkusen (3-4-2-1):

Hradecky (GK); Hincapie, Tapsoba, Tah; Grimaldo, Xhaka, Andrich, Schick; Wirtz, Frimpong; Boniface

Heidenheim (4-2-3-1)

Muller (GK); Traore, Mainka, Gimber, Fohrenbach; Dorsch, Schoppner; Scienza, Wanner, Honsak; Pieringer

Prediction for Bayer Leverkusen vs Heidenheim

Bayer Leverkusen are the favourites coming into this fixture. They have definitely dropped points this year, but are expected to secure all three points over the weekend.

Prediction: Bayer Leverkusen 3-1 Heidenheim

Telecast for Bayer Leverkusen vs Heidenheim

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