One of the most intriguing matchups from the final Bundesliga round of 2024 is Bayer Leverkusen versus Freiburg. Both teams are currently in the league’s top 5 and have strong ambitions to remain there and secure a spot in European competition. A win is crucial for either side, as the hosts will aim to maintain pressure on Bayern Munich in the title race, while the visitors will look to strengthen their claim for a top 5 finish.
Bayer Leverkusen Team News
In their most recent match, Bayer Leverkusen overcame Augsburg’s strong home record with a 0-2 victory, marking their 7th consecutive win in all competitions. This impressive run of form comes at a crucial time for Xabi Alonso’s side, as they managed to eliminate Bayern Munich from the DFB Pokal, secure a top-8 finish in the Champions League, and capitalize on Bayern’s mistakes in the Bundesliga to narrow the gap at the top. At home, Leverkusen has suffered just 1 defeat – against RB Leipzig early in the season. Typically, their home matches are high-scoring affairs, with 5 of their last home victories seeing over 2.5 goals.
SC Freiburg Team News
Freiburg’s current position in the top 5 reflects their aspirations for the season—securing a European spot. While a Champions League place may be out of reach due to strong competition, a spot in the Europa League or Conference League is certainly within their grasp. However, earning points against Leverkusen could prove challenging, as Freiburg are on a 4-game winless streak away from home in the Bundesliga. During this stretch, they have recorded 2 losses and 2 draws, making their upcoming match against Xabi Alonso’s side an especially tough fixture in which to secure points.
Head-to-Head-Games
All of the last 5 encounters between Bayer Leverkusen and Freiburg have seen both teams score. Leverkusen have won 3 of those meetings, including the most recent two, while Freiburg have claimed 1 victory. Additionally, 4 of those 5 fixtures produced over 2.5 goals. These trends strongly suggest that goals are to be expected when these two sides face off.
| Rank | Teams | Played | Won | Drawn | Lost | Goal difference | Points | Current form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 15 | 9 | 5 | 1 | 16 | 32 | WWWWW |
| Rank | Teams | Played | Won | Drawn | Lost | Goal difference | Points | Current form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | SC Freiburg | 15 | 7 | 3 | 5 | -3 | 24 | LWDWL |
Bayer Leverkusen – SC Freiburg Betting Prediction
My pick for this match is Bayer Leverkusen to win with over 2.5 goals. Their recent form, both overall and at home, has been exceptional, and Xabi Alonso will be keen to keep his team within striking distance of Bayern Munich. Leverkusen are also a side known for their attacking play, so goals can be expected. While Freiburg are currently 5th, their recent away performances have been underwhelming. Additionally, the head-to-head record suggests that Freiburg often struggle against Leverkusen, especially in high-scoring encounters.
Betting Tip: Bayer Leverkusen To Win & Over 2.5 Goals
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Odds: 1.94
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