Wolfsburg vs Bayer Leverkusen prediction and betting tips on February 8, 2025
Game Prediction
On February 8, 2025, Wolfsburg will host Bayer Leverkusen in the 21st round of the German Bundesliga. The reigning champions are determined to defend their title and must aim for victory, even away from home.
Wolfsburg vs Bayer Leverkusen: Match Preview
The "Wolves" parted ways with Niko Kovač last season, appointing Ralph Hasenhüttl as his replacement. However, they only managed a 12th-place finish with 37 points. For Hasenhüttl, the priority was to assess the squad and lay the foundation for future progress. Meanwhile, Bayer Leverkusen reached new heights, securing their first-ever Bundesliga title and adding the DFB-Pokal to their trophy cabinet.
Xabi Alonso remained at the helm and has already added another trophy, winning the German Super Cup by defeating Stuttgart on penalties. Additionally, Bayer confidently advanced past the Champions League group stage and knocked out Bayern Munich in the domestic cup. They also staged a dramatic comeback against Köln, equalizing in stoppage time before sealing a 3-2 victory in extra time. However, in the Bundesliga, they have started to fall behind the league leaders, despite maintaining a firm grip on second place. Their most recent league outing saw them cruise past Hoffenheim.
Wolfsburg had an inconsistent start to the season but showed improvement from November onwards. However, following a loss to Bayern in January, they failed to secure victories against Holstein Kiel and Eintracht Frankfurt, drawing both games.
Wolfsburg boasts an impressive attacking record, averaging 2.15 goals per match, but their defensive struggles are evident, conceding 1.75 goals per game. Bayer, on the other hand, has superior statistics in both areas: 2.45 goals scored per match and only 1.35 conceded.
Wolfsburg vs Bayer Leverkusen: Key Stats & Trends
- Wolfsburg is winless in their last three league matches.
- 80% of Wolfsburg’s matches feature goals from both teams, with an average total of 3.9 goals per game.
- Bayer has won three consecutive matches, including a cup victory.
- 85% of Bayer’s games see both teams scoring, with an average of 3.8 goals per match.
Probable Lineups
Wolfsburg (predicted XI): Grabara – Mæhle, Koulierakis, Vavro, Fischer – Arnold, Gerhardt, Dárdai, Wimmer – Amoura, Nmecha
Bayer Leverkusen (predicted XI): Hrádecký – Hincapié, Tapsoba, Tah, Mukiele – Xhaka, Andrich, Aleix García, Wirtz, Arthur – Schick
Head-to-Head: Wolfsburg vs Bayer Leverkusen
Bayer Leverkusen is unbeaten in their last six meetings with Wolfsburg, having won the last three encounters in a row.
Free Prediction for Wolfsburg vs Bayer Leverkusen
The reigning champions remain a formidable force and should be expected to secure an away victory in this match (Odds: 1.85).
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