Bayer Leverkusen vs VfL Bochum Prediction, Lineups & Team News – Bundesliga 2025

   

Match Details:  

- Fixture: Bayer Leverkusen vs VfL Bochum  

- Competition: Bundesliga 2025  

- Date: Friday, March 28, 2025  

- Time: 7:30 PM GMT+1  

- Venue: BayArena, Leverkusen  

- Where to Watch: Live on Sky Sports, ESPN, and local streaming platforms  

Bayer Leverkusen vs VfL Bochum Match Preview  

Bayer Leverkusen will face VfL Bochum in a crucial Bundesliga 2025 clash at the BayArena. Xabi Alonso’s side is aiming for a win to maintain pressure on league leaders Bayern Munich. Meanwhile, Bochum is fighting to escape the relegation zone and will look to cause an upset.  

Current Form & Standings  

- Bayer Leverkusen: 2nd in Bundesliga, chasing the title with 60 points  

- VfL Bochum: 17th in Bundesliga, battling relegation with just 22 points  

Leverkusen has been dominant this season, boasting a strong home record, while Bochum has struggled defensively, conceding 52 goals so far.  

Team News & Predicted Lineups  

Bayer Leverkusen Team News  

Leverkusen has a few injury concerns ahead of this game:  

- Nathan Tella (muscle injury) – OUT  

- Edmond Tapsoba (muscle issue) – Doubtful  

- Florian Wirtz (ankle injury) – OUT  

- Mario Hermoso Canseco – Unavailable  

 Leverkusen Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1):  

Goalkeeper: Lukáš Hrádecký  

Defenders: Jeremie Frimpong, Jonathan Tah, Piero Hincapié, Alejandro Grimaldo  

Midfielders: Robert Andrich, Exequiel Palacios  

Attacking Midfielders: Moussa Diaby, Adam Hložek, Amine Adli  

Forward: Patrik Schick  

 VfL Bochum Team News  

Bochum will field their strongest possible XI to secure much-needed points in their fight for survival.  

Bochum Predicted Lineup (4-4-2):  

Goalkeeper: Manuel Riemann  

Defenders: Cristian Gamboa, Ivan Ordets, Keven Schlotterbeck, Bernardo  

Midfielders: Kevin Stöger, Anthony Losilla, Patrick Osterhage, Takuma Asano  

Forwards: Philipp Hofmann, Christopher Antwi-Adjei  

 Bayer Leverkusen vs VfL Bochum Head-to-Head Record  

- Total Matches Played: 77  

- Bayer Leverkusen Wins: 33  

- VfL Bochum Wins: 27  

- Draws: 17  

At BayArena, Leverkusen has a strong record against Bochum, winning six of their last seven home meetings.  

 Bayer Leverkusen vs VfL Bochum Prediction & Betting Tips  

 Match Prediction:  

Bayer Leverkusen is the clear favorite given their superior form and home advantage. Bochum’s weak defense could struggle against Leverkusen’s attacking firepower.  

Score Prediction: Bayer Leverkusen 3-1 VfL Bochum  

Betting Tips:  

- Leverkusen -1.5 Handicap: Likely to win by at least two goals  

- Over 2.5 Goals: Both teams have been involved in high-scoring games  

- Patrik Schick to Score Anytime: The Leverkusen forward is in top form  

(*Always gamble responsibly.*)  

Where to Watch Bayer Leverkusen vs VfL Bochum Live?  

- TV Channels: Sky Sports, ESPN, beIN Sports  

- Live Streaming: Official Bundesliga website, JioCinema, DAZN