Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the Bundesliga match.
Bayer Leverkusen’s early Champions League elimination may prove a hidden blessing, sharpening their focus on the Bundesliga title race. With Bayern Munich dropping points in back-to-back rounds and facing a packed schedule alongside key injuries (Alphonso Davies and Dayot Upamecano both sidelined), Bayer have a clear opportunity to apply pressure.
Bayer Leverkusen
Bayer Leverkusen capitalised on Bayern’s recent slip-ups, cutting the gap at the top to six points. At home, Leverkusen remain a force — scoring 29 goals in 13 matches and collecting 27 points, the second-best home tally in the league. Their thrilling 4:3 comeback against Stuttgart showcased their in-game management, with well-timed substitutions turning the tide from 1:3 down.
Bochum
Bochum caused a stir by beating a rotated Bayern Munich side (3:2), but came crashing down against Frankfurt Frankfurt (1:3). With just one point separating them from the relegation zone, Bochum are clinging to the play-off spot. Their away form is dismal — 30 goals conceded in 13 games, second-worst in the Bundesliga. To make matters worse, key midfielder Tom Krauß picked up an injury and is expected to miss the trip to Leverkusen.
Bayer Leverkusen vs Bochum Prediction
While Bochum snatched a point in the reverse fixture (1:1), Bayer Leverkusen’s last two home games against them were routs — 4:0 and 5:0. With the title in sight and the home crowd behind them, Bayer Leverkusen should pile on the goals again.
