Bayer Leverkusen has a strong lead after their impressive 2-0 win in the first leg. They are keen to secure their progress after being crowned Bundesliga champions.
The Europa League match between West Ham and Bayer Leverkusen at the London Stadium on Thursday promises to be exciting as both teams compete for victory.
Match Preview
The first leg was intense, with Xabi Alonso’s Leverkusen team pushing hard for a goal. Jonas Hofmann scored late to open the scoring, and Viktor Okoh Boniface added another goal, putting West Ham in a tough spot for the second leg.
West Ham’s struggles continue as they lost to Fulham 2-0 in the Premier League.
Their inability to score in consecutive games is a concern for manager David Moyes. He needs to address defensive issues that led to conceding 11 goals in their last six matches.
Despite their recent problems, West Ham will be boosted by home support as they try to overturn the deficit.
Bayer Leverkusen is full of confidence after winning the Bundesliga title with a 5-0 victory over Werder Bremen.
Viktor Boniface and Florian Wirtz played key roles in the win, boosting Leverkusen’s hopes for success in Europe.
Under Xabi Alonso’s guidance, Leverkusen has been unbeaten in 15 of their last 16 Europa League matches, showing their quality in continental competitions.
Team News & Updates:
West Ham has key players Alphonse Areola, Jarrod Bowen, and Kalvin Philips out, while Lucas Paqueta and Emerson Palmieri are suspended.
Leverkusen only has Adam Hložek injured.
Prediction & Analysis:
Leverkusen’s formidable form, guided by Xabi Alonso, and their dominance in Europa League fixtures position them as favorites.
Despite West Ham’s home advantage, Leverkusen’s depth and talent suggest another commanding win.
Our prediction leans towards a 3-1 victory for Bayer Leverkusen, affirming their status as serious contenders in the Europa League.
- West Ham 1-3 Bayer Leverkusen
