The reigning Bundesliga champions have had a mixed start to the season. But with a win at Werder Bremen on Saturday, Bayer Leverkusen could move level on points at the top of the standings.
Xabi Alonso’s side have won three of their last five, and they bounced back to winning form in fine style last weekend to end a two-match drawing sequence.
However, Werder Bremen are a side that have caught the eye in the German top-flight this term. They currently sit eighth in the standings, and a shock win on Saturday could see them end the round in the Champions League spots.
Odds
Bayer Leverkusen are an incredibly short price on the moneyline to win a second straight match this weekend. Werder Bremen could be overlooked after their solid start at +475.
| Match Result | Odds |
|---|---|
| Werder Bremen | +475 |
| Draw | +402 |
| Bayer Leverkusen | -196 |
Wins in Short Supply for Werder Against Leverkusen
| Total | Werder Bremen | Bayer Leverkusen | Draws | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Games | 46 | 16 | 15 | 15 |
| Bundesliga Games | 40 | 11 | 14 | 15 |
| Goals | 147 | 68 | 79 |
Werder Bremen have a poor record against Leverkusen, winning just once in the last 14 competitive fixtures between the sides. Their last home win was recorded back in October 2016.
This match will bring back positive memories for Leverkusen, as their win on matchday 29 in Bremen last term secured their first ever Bundesliga title.
🚨⚽ TIP: Under 3.25 Goals @ -123
Werder Bremen vs. Bayer Leverkusen Key Stats
- Werder have suffered defeats in seven of their last eight primetime matches in the Bundesliga. Leverkusen are winless in their last three.
- All 12 of Werder’s goals that have been scored this term have been netted on the road.
- Leverkusen have failed to keep a clean sheet in any of their seven league matches in 2024-25.
Werder Bremen Team News
Naby Keita remains absent due to an ongoing doping investigation. Jens Sage will return at the start of November, but Skelly Alvero and Niklas Stark aren’t expected back until after next month’s international break.
Possible Lineup
Michael Zetterer (GK); Julian Malatini, Marco Friedl, Anthony Jung, Mitchell Weiser, Romano Schmid, Leonardo Bittencourt, Felix Agu, Senne Lynen, Maro Grull, Marvin Ducksch
Bayer Leverkusen Team News
Amine Adli is the only player missing for Leverkusen this weekend, with the forward set to be out until March with a broken leg. Jeremie Frimpong will be recalled after being rested in midweek against Brest.
Possible Lineup
Lukas Hradecky (GK); Piero Hincapie, Jonathan Tah, Edmond Tapsoba, Jeremie Frimpong, Granit Xhaka, Robert Andrich, Alex Grimaldo, Florian Wirtz, Aleix Garcia, Victor Boniface
Werder Bremen vs. Bayer Leverkusen Prediction
Leverkusen’s leaky defense will give Werder hope this weekend, but their shortcomings in home matches this season have been evident to this point.
A closer match is expected than the odds suggest, with the narrow preference being for the visitors to come out on top.
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