Match Overview: Bayer Leverkusen vs Eintracht Frankfurt

The third matchday of the Bundesliga will feature Bayer Leverkusen hosting Eintracht Frankfurt on September 12 at the BayArena in Leverkusen. This comprehensive preview delves into the match-up, offering predictions, betting odds, and key statistical insights.

Bayer Leverkusen’s Recent Struggles

In their last fixture, the Leverkusen squad managed to build a two-goal advantage and benefit from a numerical superiority in an away game against Werder Bremen, yet they ultimately failed to secure the victory, finishing with a 3-3 draw. This result extended Bayer’s winless streak in the Bundesliga to five consecutive matches, comprising three draws and two defeats. During this challenging period, the team has consistently conceded at least two goals per game. With a mere single point, Leverkusen currently occupies 12th position in the league standings.

Managerial Change at Bayer

Notably, prior to this round, Bayer Leverkusen made a significant change by dismissing Erik ten Hag from his head coach role. Kasper Hjulmand has since been appointed as the new manager for the club.

Key Statistics for Bayer Leverkusen

• The club has failed to win in 5 of their last 7 home fixtures in the Bundesliga, recording 2 draws and 3 losses.
• A minimum of three goals has been scored in the team’s previous five league encounters.
• Both competing teams found the net in 6 of Leverkusen’s last 7 Bundesliga matches.

Predicted Bayer Leverkusen Starting XI (3-4-3)*

Mark Flekken – Axel Tuanzebe, Jarell Quansah, Edmond Tapsoba – Alex Grimaldo, Robert Andrich, Aleix Garcia, Nathan Tella – Malik Tillman, Patrik Schick, Kristian Cofane.

Eintracht Frankfurt’s Impressive Form

Dino Toppmöller’s team demonstrated their strength in the previous round, securing an away victory against Hoffenheim with a 3-1 scoreline. This win allowed Eintracht to prolong their unbeaten run in the championship to eight matches, including 5 wins and 3 draws. Furthermore, in their last three Bundesliga fixtures, the team’s players have consistently scored at least three goals. Accumulating six points, Eintracht currently holds the second spot in the league table, trailing Bayern Munich solely on goal difference.

Key Statistics for Eintracht Frankfurt

• The club has avoided defeat in 8 of their last 10 away matches in the Bundesliga, with 4 wins and 4 draws.
• Both teams managed to score in 6 of the team’s previous 9 away league fixtures.
• Eintracht conceded precisely 1 or 2 goals in 7 of their last 9 away Bundesliga matches.

Predicted Eintracht Frankfurt Starting XI (4-5-1)*

Michael Zetterer – Rasmus Kristensen, Nnamdi Collins, Robin Koch, Arthur Theate – Ritsu Doan, Hugo Larsson, Can Uzun, Fares Chaibi, Jean-Matteo Bahoya – Elye Wahi.

Main Match Prediction: Bayer vs Eintracht Goal Fest

This particular clash is expected to deliver an abundance of goals. Leverkusen, playing on their home turf, are renowned for their aggressive attacking approach and consistently find the back of the net. In their last 25 home Bundesliga matches, the club’s players failed to score on only four occasions, managing to net at least two goals in 19 of those encounters. However, despite their offensive prowess, Bayer has kept just five clean sheets in their last 20 home league games.

Eintracht’s Offensive Prowess and Defensive Record

Eintracht also demonstrates impressive creativity in attack, even when playing away from home. Across their last 17 away Bundesliga confrontations, the team only failed to score three times, and in eight of those matches, they successfully breached their opponents’ defense at least twice. Furthermore, Dino Toppmöller’s side has already netted seven goals in the current championship campaign. Conversely, Eintracht has been unable to keep a clean sheet in 8 of their last 9 Bundesliga fixtures.

Final Betting Recommendation

My refined forecast for this encounter suggests: “Over 2.5 Total Goals and Both Teams to Score – Yes,” offered at odds of 1.62.

Lineup Note

* The starting lineup provided for each team reflects their formation in their previous match in this tournament.