Feyenoord vs Bayer Leverkusen Predicted lineup, betting tips, odds, injury news, H2H, telecast | UEFA Champions League 2024-25

Xabi Alonso’s side opening Champions League game will be against Feyenoord.

The UEFA Champions League (UCL) is back in an all-new avatar. This time the championship will feature a league phase before heading into the traditional knockout format. Eredivisie side Feyenoord FC will begin their Champions League with a home clash with Bayer Leverkusen. The Pride of South is one of the Dutch clubs to feature in the championship and will be keen to start their campaign on the front foot.

But, standing in their way will be the champions of Germany, Leverkusen. Xabi Alonso’s men shocked the world by bringing an end to Bayern Munich’s reign. They are one of the top contenders in Europe this season and will want to show the world that their Bundesliga triumph was not a miracle.

Kick Off

Thursday, 9 September, 10:15 PM IST

Form

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

Feyenoord FC (in all competitions): D-D-W-D-W

Players to watch 

Florian Wirtz (Bayer Leverkusen) 

The German prodigy has become one of the best players for Xabi’s side. He has emerged as a talent to watch out for and has immense potential. Wirtz’s game-reading ability coupled with his dribbling and playmaking skills make him an unstoppable force. He has found the back of the net thrice and also has an assist in three league games for his side.

Igor Paixao (Feyenoord)

The Brazilian forward has been one of the most consistent performers for Feyenoord over the last couple of seasons. He has been consistently finding the back of the net and has good numbers to show for his efforts. Igor is a versatile forward who can operate on either flank and has indomitable playmaking abilities.

Match facts

• This will be the first clash between the two sides since 1987.
• Bayer Leverkusen have lost just one of their last 35 league games
• Both teams competed in the UEFA Europa League last season

Feyenoord vs Bayer Leverkusen: Betting tips and Odds

• Tip 1: Leverkusen to win – 8/11 by SkyBet
• Tip 2: Patrik Schick to score anytime – 7/4 by Bet365
• Tip 3: Both teams to score – 4/7 by William Hill

Injury & Team News

Calvin Stengs and Hugo Bueno will miss the game for Feyenoord while Exequiel Palacios will be an absentee for Bayer Leverkusen.

Head-to-head

Total Matches played – 1

Feyenoord wins – 0

Bayer Leverkusen wins – 1

Draws – 0 

Predicted Lineup 

Feyenoord predicted lineup (4-2-3-1) 

Timon (GK); Jordan, Thomas, David, Smal; Gjivai, Timber; Bart, Nadje, Igor; Gimenez

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

Lukas (GK); Tapsoba, Tah, Piero; Tella, Xhaka, Robert, Grimaldo; Martin, Wirtz; Victor

Prediction for Feyenoord vs Bayer Leverkusen

We expect Bayer Leverkusen to start their campaign with a win against Feyenoord. Alonso’s side are currently in better form and will be keen on starting their UEFA Champions League campaign on a high.

Prediction: Feyenoord 1-3 Bayer Leverkusen

Telecast for Feyenoord vs Bayer Leverkusen

India – Sony Sports Network, SonyLiv

UK – Amazon Prime Video

US – Paramount+

Nigeria – DStv Now

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