As FC Augsburg prepares to host Bayer Leverkusen at the WWK Arena on December 6, 2025, the stakes are clear. Augsburg, currently struggling in the Bundesliga, faces a formidable opponent in Leverkusen, who are riding high in the league standings.
Match Context
FC Augsburg sits at 14th place with just 10 points from 12 matches, while Bayer Leverkusen is positioned 4th with 23 points. Augsburg's recent form LWLLL has been troubling, with only 3 wins in their last 12 matches. In contrast, Leverkusen's form LWWLW shows a solid recent performance, with 7 wins overall this season, including 4 away victories.
Prediction Section
Analyzing the statistics reveals a clear advantage for Bayer Leverkusen:
- Recent Head-to-Head: The last three encounters between these teams have ended in favor of Leverkusen, with Augsburg failing to score in two of those matches. The latest result saw Leverkusen winning 2-0 at home.
- Home vs. Away Performance: Augsburg has struggled at home, with a record of 2 wins and 4 losses in 6 matches. They have conceded an average of 2.5 goals per home match. In contrast, Leverkusen boasts a strong away record with 3 wins and only 1 loss in 5 away matches, scoring 12 goals while conceding 11.
- Goals Scored and Conceded: Augsburg has a total of 15 goals scored (1.3 average per match), but they have conceded 27 goals (2.3 average). Leverkusen, on the other hand, has netted 28 goals this season (2.3 average) and has a better defensive record with 17 goals against (1.4 average).
- Missing Players: Augsburg will miss key players like Ismaël Gharbi and J. Gouweleeuw due to international duty and injury, respectively. Leverkusen will also be without E. Fernández and Lucas due to injuries, but their squad depth allows them to cope better with these absences.
Predicted Outcome
With FC Augsburg struggling for form and Bayer Leverkusen showcasing consistent performance, the prediction leans strongly towards an away victory. Expect Bayer Leverkusen to secure a 2-1 win against FC Augsburg.
