Augsburg – Bayer Leverkusen
Our Augsburg – Leverkusen betting tip is: Leverkusen to win – 1.63 odds
- Leverkusen has won the last six games (across all competitions)
- Augsburg has only won two of 26 direct duels in the Bundesliga
- Leverkusen has the stronger squad, individually
On Saturday, FC Augsburg and Bayer Leverkusen will face each other in the Bundesliga. The starting position for both teams could hardly be more different, which further increases the excitement for this duel.
Bayer Leverkusen is in an impressive 3rd place in the table. The team has seven wins, five draws, and only one loss to their name, and most recently recorded a 1-0 win against Inter Milan in the Champions League and a 2-1 win against FC St. Pauli in the league. With offensive players like Florian Wirtz and Victor Boniface regularly scoring goals and a stable defense, Leverkusen is currently one of the top teams in the Bundesliga.
FC Augsburg, on the other hand, is in 13th place and has a mixed record of four wins, four draws, and five losses. In recent games, however, the team has shown fighting spirit, for example in a 2-2 draw against Eintracht Frankfurt. Augsburg’s defense has often looked vulnerable this season, which could be problematic against an offensive Leverkusen. Nevertheless, Augsburg has repeatedly caused upsets in the past.
On paper, Bayer Leverkusen is the clear favorite going into the game. With their strong form and offensive power, they are well equipped to hold their own against Augsburg. However, Augsburg will try to keep the points at home, especially with the relegation battle in mind. Find out who will come out on top in the end in our Augsburg v Leverkusen betting tip.
The game promises to be an exciting clash between teams with different goals: Leverkusen are chasing the top spots, while Augsburg are fighting for stability and points to avoid relegation.
Augsburg – Leverkusen info
- Date & Time: 14.12.2024, 3:30 pm
- Venue: WWK-Arena, Augsburg
- Competition: Bundesliga, 14. Matchday
- TV broadcast/livestream: SKY
Augsburg Form & record check
The Bundesliga game between Eintracht Frankfurt and FC Augsburg ended in an exciting 2-2 draw. In the first half, Frankfurt showed clear superiority with 65% possession, but without any successful finishes. Augsburg’s defense held firm, with keeper Nediljko Labrovic making some strong saves. The first half remained goalless.
Frankfurt increased the pressure in the second half and Hugo Ekitike gave them a well-deserved lead in the 55th minute. However, FCA reacted quickly and Phillip Tietz equalized just five minutes later. Shortly afterwards, Samuel Essende shocked the hosts by scoring the 2-1 for Augsburg in the 71st minute. But Frankfurt coach Dino Toppmöller showed a golden touch: Can Uzun, who was substituted after a triple substitution, equalized in the 74th minute. In the final phase, Frankfurt pushed for the winning goal, while Augsburg concentrated on defending the point.
In the end, it was a fair draw that underlined Augsburg’s fighting spirit and did not give Frankfurt the hoped-for victory despite their clear dominance.
Home-strong Augsburg
FC Augsburg has an impressive home record this season. Of the seven Bundesliga home matches played so far, Augsburg has won four, drawn two and lost only one. This record corresponds to an average of 2.00 points per home match, which is a remarkable achievement. Particularly in front of their home crowd, the FCA often shows strong play and defensive stability, making them a difficult opponent for any team.
For Bayer Leverkusen, currently in 3rd place in the table, the away game in Augsburg should therefore not be an easy task. Despite Leverkusen’s strong form, it is to be expected that Augsburg’s home strength will present the favorites with challenges. The fans in the stadium are another factor that gives Augsburg additional energy in these games and makes it difficult for the opponent to get into the game.
Augsburg Facts & Analysis
- 13th place in the Bundesliga
- Strong at home: only lost one of seven home games
- Augsburg has to deal with some injuries
Leverkusen Form & Bilanz Check
Bayer Leverkusen came out on top in their last Champions League game with a dramatic 1-0 victory over Inter Milan. The game was a hard-fought duel in which Leverkusen had to wait a long time for the opening goal. In the last minute of the game, Nordi Mukiele scored the winning goal, which not only secured the Germans the victory but also important points in the battle for advancement in the Champions League.
In the last Bundesliga game, Leverkusen defeated FC St. Pauli 2-1. Leverkusen was the dominant team and took the lead with a goal from Florian Wirtz. Jonathan Tah scored the 2nd in the 21st minute of the first half. St. Pauli fought back and scored the goal that got them back into the game, but Leverkusen stayed calm and secured the win they deserved.
Is the winning streak continuing?
Bayer Leverkusen are in outstanding form, having not lost in six matches across all competitions. They have steamrolled their opponents with an impressive run of six consecutive wins. In these six games, the team scored a total of 16 goals, which underlines their offensive strength.
In particular, players like Florian Wirtz and Victor Boniface have played a crucial role in making Leverkusen one of the most dangerous teams in the Bundesliga and the Champions League right now. They are currently hard to stop and are playing with impressive momentum.
Leverkusen Facts & Analysis
- 3rd place in the Bundesliga
- Since FC Augsburg’s promotion to the Bundesliga in 2011, Bayer have recorded the most wins (17) against the Swabians.
- Leverkusen have won their last six matches (across all competitions).
FC Augsburg will line up in a 3-5-2 system, with three central defenders forming the central defense and two full-backs covering the wings. The midfield will be strengthened in the center, while two strikers will lead the offense to put pressure on Leverkusen. However, Augsburg has to deal with a number of absences, which could affect the line-up and tactics.
Leverkusen will play in a 4-2-3-1 formation that balances a stable defense with a creative offense. The two defensive midfielders provide cover, while the three offensive midfielders take charge of the playmaking, although striker Victor Boniface will be absent due to a thigh injury.
Augsburg v Leverkusen head to head & statistics
In head-to-head meetings, Bayer Leverkusen have recorded 17 wins against Augsburg since the latter were promoted to the Bundesliga, making them one of their favorite opponents. Augsburg have only won two of the last 26 meetings, both in the 2022/23 season.
Head to Head (H2H)
