Top Reasons Leverkusen Will Triumph Over Newcastle

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Top Reasons Leverkusen Will Triumph Over Newcastle

Bayer Leverkusen is set to face Newcastle United in an important UEFA Champions League clash at the BayArena. Leverkusen, having recently defeated Manchester City, is optimistic about continuing its winning streak against Premier League opposition.

Leverkusen’s Recent Form

Leverkusen achieved an impressive 2-0 victory against Manchester City, thanks to goals from Alejandro Grimaldo and Patrik Schick. This win follows another crucial 1-0 victory against Benfica. The team has demonstrated strong defensive capabilities, recording two consecutive shut-outs.

Newcastle United’s Challenge

Newcastle has been prolific in front of goal, with 15 consecutive games scoring at least one goal. However, their defensive record shows vulnerabilities, having conceded 11 goals in their last five away matches. Their most recent away win was a 4-1 victory over Everton, which remains their only success on the road in nearly eight months.

Bayer Leverkusen’s Home Advantage

Leverkusen has a strong home record, winning three recent league games with a combined score of 10-0.
Despite a loss to Paris Saint-Germain, the team has won seven of its last ten matches overall.

Key Players to Watch

The midfield duel will be critical, featuring Newcastle’s talented trio of Bruno Guimarães, Sandro Tonali, and Joelinton. Leverkusen counters with skilled players, including Aleix García, who excels with a 93% completion rate on open-play passes.

Aleix García: Leads Bundesliga with 1,298 open-play passes; 1,454 total touches in the season.
Patrik Schick: Scored in his last two Champions League matches, aiming for a record third consecutive goal.

Matchup History

While Newcastle previously defeated Leverkusen 3-1 in a group stage 22 years ago, current form suggests a different result might unfold in this encounter.

With both teams skilled and competitive, the match promises to be an exciting contest. Leverkusen will need to leverage its home advantage and recent form to overcome a challenging Newcastle side.