In an upcoming Bundesliga clash, Bayer Leverkusen, displaying an unbeaten streak across various competitions, braces themselves to host Eintracht Frankfurt at BayArena.
The unstoppable force of Leverkusen faces off against Frankfurt, who aim to reclaim their winning form after a roller-coaster of recent results.
Match Preview:
Bayer Leverkusen, under the management of Xabi Alonso, stands as a formidable force in the league. With an impressive unbeaten run spanning 23 games and a remarkable tally of 74 goals this season, Leverkusen’s momentum appears unshakeable.
Despite recent draws in Bundesliga matches, they maintain a four-point lead over Bayern Munich.
On the flip side, Eintracht Frankfurt has encountered a string of erratic performances.
Despite a momentous victory against Bayern Munich, they suffered subsequent defeats to Aberdeen and Saarbrucken, leaving their form in question.
Presently seated seventh in the league, Frankfurt oscillates between flashes of brilliance and struggles for consistency.
Form Guide:
Bayer Leverkusen Bundesliga Form:
- WWWD
Bayer Leverkusen All Competitions Form:
- WWDWDW
Eintracht Frankfurt Bundesliga Form:
- DWDLWW
Eintracht Frankfurt All Competitions Form:
- LLLLWL
Team News:
Alonso, in a recent Europa League fixture, rotated the Leverkusen squad, providing opportunities to several players.
However, pivotal figures like Florian Wirtz, Granit Xhaka, and Victor Boniface are anticipated to return to the starting lineup. The injury list for Leverkusen only features Brazilian forward Arthur.
Conversely, Frankfurt faces a slew of absentees, with Omar Marmoush suspended and Kristijan Jakic dealing with both injury and suspension.
Fares Chaibi’s availability remains uncertain due to illness, potentially joining the sidelined list with Ellyes Skhiri, Timothy Chandler, Sebastian Rode, and Mehdi Loune.
Possible Lineups:
Bayer Leverkusen Possible Starting Lineup: (3-4-3)
Hradecky;
Kossounou, Tah, Tapsoba;
Frimpong, Palacios, Xhaka, Grimaldo;
Adli, Boniface, Wirtz
Eintracht Frankfurt Possible Starting Lineup: (4-5-1)
Grahl;
Aurelio Buta, Tuta, Koch, Pacho;
Knauff, Hasebe, Larsson, Gotze, Dina Ebimbe;
Ngankam
Prediction: Bayer Leverkusen 3-1 Eintracht Frankfurt
Leverkusen appears well-positioned to extend their remarkable streak with a victory over Frankfurt. Despite Frankfurt’s recent triumph over Bayern Munich, the odds favor Leverkusen continuing their Bundesliga dominance.
