Bayer Leverkusen will face off against Eintracht Frankfurt at the BayArena in a highly anticipated Bundesliga clash on Saturday, 19 October. Both teams will be eager to secure valuable points as they aim to climb higher in the league standings.
With Leverkusen pushing for a strong finish and Frankfurt looking to solidify their position, this match promises to be a thrilling encounter. Read on for our detailed predictions and insights into this exciting German football showdown.
Bayer 04 Leverkusen vs Eintracht Frankfurt: Important H2H Stats
As Bayer Leverkusen and Eintracht Frankfurt prepare to face off at the BayArena, here are the key head-to-head (H2H) stats and trends that could shape this exciting Bundesliga encounter.
- Recent H2H Encounter: The last meeting between these two teams took place on May 5, 2024, where Bayer Leverkusen secured a dominant 5-1 victory away at Frankfurt. Leverkusen will be aiming to replicate that strong performance at home.
- Current League Positions: Bayer Leverkusen currently sit in 5th place in the Bundesliga, while Eintracht Frankfurt hold 3rd place, making this a crucial match for both teams in their quest for a strong league finish.
- Key Players:
- Bayer Leverkusen: Granit Xhaka is a key playmaker for Leverkusen, leading the team with 3 assists this season. His creativity in midfield will be critical in breaking down Frankfurt’s defense.
- Eintracht Frankfurt: Omar Marmoush is Frankfurt’s top scorer with 8 goals this season. Bayer Leverkusen’s defense will need to be vigilant in keeping him under control to avoid conceding.
- Disciplinary Concerns:
- Bayer Leverkusen: Jeremie Frimpong leads the team in disciplinary issues with 3 cards this season. His aggressive play could be a factor to watch.
- Eintracht Frankfurt: Ellyes Skhiri has accumulated 2 yellow cards so far this season, and his discipline could come under scrutiny in a high-stakes match like this.
- Scoring and Conceding Patterns:
- Bayer Leverkusen: Leverkusen are most dangerous between the 30-45 minute window, scoring 31.3% of their goals during this period. Frankfurt will need to tighten up defensively as halftime approaches.
- Eintracht Frankfurt: Frankfurt are most vulnerable between 15-30 minutes, conceding 28.6% of their goals during this period. Leverkusen may look to exploit this weakness early on.
- Possession and Corners:
- Possession Stats: Bayer Leverkusen have been dominant in possession this season, averaging 60.83%, while Frankfurt have seen significantly less of the ball, averaging 39.33%. Leverkusen are likely to control much of the play.
- Corners: Bayer Leverkusen average 8.83 corners per game, indicating their attacking intent, while Frankfurt average 4.83 corners, highlighting the difference in attacking dynamics.
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS) Stats: Bayer Leverkusen have seen BTTS in 100% of their matches this season, while Frankfurt have seen BTTS in 66.67% of their games, making it likely that both teams will find the net in this clash.
These H2H stats offer valuable insights into the strengths, weaknesses, and patterns of both teams, highlighting key areas to watch for as they battle it out for three crucial points.
Bayer 04 Leverkusen Vs Eintracht Frankfurt Last Match Result and Stats
| Performance Summary | Eintracht Frankfurt | Bayer 04 Leverkusen |
|---|---|---|
| Shots Total | 17 | 9 |
| Shots Blocked | 5 | 2 |
| Shots Inside Box | 10 | 5 |
| Shots Outside Box | 7 | 4 |
| Passes Total | 514 | 421 |
| Accurate Passes | 442 | 355 |
| Pass Accuracy % | 85.99 | 84.32 |
| Total Attacks | 100 | 63 |
| Dangerous Attacks | 58 | 32 |
| Fouls | 10 | 4 |
| Corners | 10 | 5 |
| Offsides | 1 | 1 |
| Possession Time | 55 | 45 |
| Yellow Cards | 0 | 0 |
| Red Cards | 0 | 0 |
| Yellow Red Cards | 0 | 0 |
| Saves | 1 | 4 |
| Substitutions | 5 | 5 |
| Goal Kicks | 6 | 9 |
| Goal Attampts | 8 | 6 |
| Free Kicks | N/A | N/A |
| Throw Ins | 14 | 14 |
| Ball Safe | 65 | 86 |
| Goals | 1 | 5 |
| Penalties | 0 | 2 |
| Injuries | 0 | 1 |
Bayer 04 Leverkusen Vs Eintracht Frankfurt Season Stats
| Performance Summary | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | Eintracht Frankfurt |
|---|---|---|
| Total Wins | 3 | 4 |
| Home Wins | 1 | 2 |
| Away Wins | 2 | 2 |
| Total Draws | 2 | 1 |
| Home Draws | 1 | 1 |
| Away Draws | 1 | 0 |
| Total Lost | 1 | 1 |
| Home Losses | 1 | 0 |
| Away Losses | 0 | 1 |
| Total Goals For | 16 | 14 |
| Home Goals For | 8 | 8 |
| Away Goals For | 8 | 6 |
| Total Goals Against | 12 | 9 |
| Home Goals Against | 8 | 4 |
| Away Goals Against | 4 | 5 |
| Total Clean Sheet | 0 | 1 |
| Home Clean Sheet | 0 | 1 |
| Away Clean Sheet | 0 | 0 |
| Total Failed To Score | 0 | 1 |
| Home Failed To Score | 0 | 0 |
| Away Failed To Score | 0 | 1 |
| Total Av Goals Scored | 2.67 | 2.33 |
| Home Av Goals Scored | 2.67 | 2.67 |
| Away Av Goals Scored | 2.67 | 2 |
| Total Av Goals Conceded | 2 | 1.5 |
| Home Av Goals Conceded | 2.67 | 1.33 |
| Away Av Goals Conceded | 1.33 | 1.67 |
| Total 1st Goal Scored | 20m | 26m |
| Home 1st Goal Scored | 19m | 26m |
| Away 1st Goal Scored | 20m | 28m |
| Total 1st Goal Conceded | 44m | 49m |
| Home 1st Goal Conceded | 45m | 59m |
| Away 1st Goal Conceded | 42m | 35m |
| Goals Scoring Minutes | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | Eintracht Frankfurt |
|---|---|---|
| 0-15 | 4 (25%) | 0 (0%) |
| 15-30 | 2 (12.5%) | 4 (28.6%) |
| 30-45 | 5 (31.3%) | 3 (21.4%) |
| 45-60 | 1 (6.3%) | 2 (14.3%) |
| 60-75 | 2 (12.5%) | 2 (14.3%) |
| 75-90 | 2 (12.5%) | 3 (21.4%) |
| Goals Conceded Minutes | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | Eintracht Frankfurt |
|---|---|---|
| 0-15 | 1 (8.3%) | 1 (11.1%) |
| 15-30 | 0 (0%) | 1 (11.1%) |
| 30-45 | 6 (50%) | 1 (11.1%) |
| 45-60 | 2 (16.7%) | 3 (33.3%) |
| 60-75 | 1 (8.3%) | 1 (11.1%) |
| 75-90 | 2 (16.7%) | 2 (22.2%) |
| Combined Match Stats | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | Eintracht Frankfurt |
|---|---|---|
| Attacks | 750 | 444 |
| Dangerous Attacks | 483 | 229 |
| Av Possession Percent | 60.83 | 39.33 |
| Fouls | 50 | 63 |
| Av Fouls Per Game | 8.33 | 10.50 |
| Offside | 8 | 9 |
| Red Cards | 0 | 0 |
| Yellow Cards | 14 | 8 |
| Shots Blocked | 35 | 22 |
| Shots Off Target | 47 | 29 |
| Av Shots Off Target | 7.83 | 4.83 |
| Shots On Target | 44 | 34 |
| Av Shots On Target | 7.33 | 5.67 |
| Total Corners | 53 | 29 |
| Av Corners | 8.83 | 4.83 |
| BTTS | 100 | 66.67 |
| Av Player Rating Per Match | 6.99 | 6.95 |
| Tackles | 80 | 88 |
| Total Match Goals Percentages | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | Eintracht Frankfurt | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home | Away | Home | Away | |
| Over 0.5 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 |
| Over 1.5 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 |
| Over 2.5 | 100 | 66.67 | 66.67 | 66.67 |
| Over 3.5 | 100 | 66.67 | 66.67 | 33.33 |
| Over 4.5 | 66.67 | 66.67 | 33.33 | 33.33 |
| Over 5.5 | 33.33 | 0 | 33.33 | 33.33 |
| Under 0.5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Under 1.5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Under 2.5 | 0 | 33.33 | 33.33 | 33.33 |
| Under 3.5 | 0 | 33.33 | 33.33 | 66.67 |
| Under 4.5 | 33.33 | 33.33 | 66.67 | 66.67 |
| Under 5.5 | 66.67 | 100 | 66.67 | 66.67 |
Bayer 04 Leverkusen vs Eintracht Frankfurt Prediction
Based on recent form and head-to-head stats, Bayer Leverkusen come into this match as slight favorites, especially given their strong performance in the last encounter between the two sides, which ended in a 5-1 victory for Leverkusen. Playing at home and boasting impressive possession stats (averaging 60.83% this season), Leverkusen are likely to control much of the game. Granit Xhaka’s creativity and Leverkusen’s ability to exploit weak defensive periods for Frankfurt, particularly between 15-30 minutes, could give them an edge.
However, Eintracht Frankfurt, sitting in 3rd place, have been solid overall and pose a significant threat in front of goal, with Omar Marmoush leading their scoring charts with 8 goals this season. Frankfurt’s counter-attacking ability, combined with Leverkusen’s vulnerability in defense (having BTTS in all their matches), suggests that both teams will likely find the back of the net.
Predicted Scoreline: Bayer Leverkusen 3-2 Eintracht Frankfurt
Leverkusen’s attacking dominance and home advantage should see them secure a victory in what is likely to be a high-scoring affair. However, Frankfurt’s scoring threat means they will make it a competitive match, with both teams contributing to an exciting contest.