Hoffenheim vs Bayer Leverkusen
Bundesliga
Saturday
4th November 2023
WIRSOL Rhein-Neckar-Arena
The most comprehensive preview, detailed analysis and reliable predictions of the Bundesliga gameweek 10 fixture between Hoffenheim and Bayer Leverkusen.
Hoffenheim vs Bayer Leverkusen: Preview
Hoffenheim form analysis
Die Kraichgauer’s recent run of games has showcased them as an exciting, attack-minded team capable of scoring goals against any opponent. They started with an excellent 2-0 away win at Union Berlin thanks to goals from Kramaric and Beier. At home against Dortmund, despite going behind early, Hoffenheim rallied to equalize through a Kramaric penalty before ultimately losing 1-3.
They were involved in another thriller away at Werder Bremen, twice leading through Beier and Promel but were pegged back in a 2-3 defeat. Against high-flying Frankfurt, Hoffenheim again went ahead early through Beier but their defensive frailties were exposed in a 1-3 loss. Most recently, they edged past Stuttgart 3-2 away in an end-to-end game with goals from Promel, Weghorst and Skov. Hoffenheim clearly carry a threat in attack but are far too porous defensively, keeping just 1 clean sheet in this run.
Bayer Leverkusen form analysis
Bayer Leverkusen’s recent run of form has showcased them as one of the most in-form teams in the Bundesliga, with their attack firing on all cylinders. They started by hammering Heidenheim 4-1 at home in the cup, with goals from Boniface, Hofmann and Adli. This form continued with an excellent 3-0 away win at Mainz thanks to an own goal and strikes from Grimaldo and Hofmann.
Leverkusen hit top gear with a stunning 3-0 home thrashing of rivals Köln, dominating from start to finish. Their attack continued buzzing in a 2-1 away win at Wolfsburg, with Frimpong and Grimaldo on target in a clinical performance. Most recently, they edged past high-flying Freiburg 2-1 at home thanks to goals from rising star Wirtz and Hofmann. Overall, Leverkusen look extremely dangerous in attack, scoring 13 goals in this run, while also keeping 3 clean sheets. If they can maintain this form, they will be serious contenders for the title this season.
