Gladbach vs Bayer Leverkusen
Bundesliga
Saturday
26th August 2023
BORUSSIA-PARK
The most comprehensive preview, detailed analysis and reliable predictions of game week 2 of the Bundesliga fixture between Gladbach and Bayer Leverkusen.
Gladbach vs Bayer Leverkusen: Preview
Gladbach form analysis
In their previous game, Gladbach took the lead through Itakura’s header from a corner. They doubled their advantage thanks to Cvancara’s composed finish. But defensive errors allowed Augsburg back into it just before halftime. In the second period Gladbach posed a constant threat through Plea and Cvancara. Ngoumou made it 3-2 before Cvancara converted a late penalty to rescue a point. It was an impressive attacking display from Gladbach although the defense remains a concern.
Leverkusen lost 1-2 to Cologne despite equalizing from the penalty spot. They then drew 2-2 with Borussia Mönchengladbach, fighting back twice from a goal down. In their next match, Leverkusen came from behind twice against RB Leipzig, scoring three goals including a late winner to earn a 3-2 victory. Most recently, Leverkusen won 2-1 over Hertha Berlin with two first half goals.
Overall, Leverkusen showed resilience in coming from behind in multiple matches. Their attacking play was productive, scoring three goals in two matches. If they can limit conceding first, Leverkusen look capable of challenging for European places.
Bayer Leverkusen form analysis
Leverkusen started the season brightly and took the lead through Frimpong’s composed finish. They doubled their advantage when Tah headed in from a corner. Wirtz added a superb third goal on the counterattack to extend the lead further. Leverkusen were dangerous going forward with Frimpong, Wirtz and Hofmann combining well. Defensively they were solid for most parts aside from the set piece goal conceded. Overall a strong attacking display from Leverkusen to claim the three points.
Leverkusen lost 1-2 to Cologne despite equalizing from the penalty spot. They then drew 2-2 with Borussia Mönchengladbach, fighting back twice from a goal down. In their next match, Leverkusen came from behind twice against RB Leipzig, scoring three goals including a late winner to earn a 3-2 victory.
Overall, Leverkusen showed resilience in coming from behind in multiple matches. Their attacking play was productive, scoring three goals in two matches. If they can limit conceding first, Leverkusen look capable of challenging for European places.
