Bayer 04 Leverkusen vs Heidenheim: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

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• Fixture: Bayer 04 Leverkusen vs Heidenheim

• Date: Saturday, 08 November 2025

• Kick-off: 14:30 GMT

• Venue: BayArena

Bayer 04 Leverkusen, despite a recent setback against Bayern München, have shown resilience and offensive prowess in their home victories against Freiburg and Union Berlin. Their ability to score multiple goals in away games against Mainz and St. Pauli suggests they could dominate possession and create numerous scoring opportunities against Heidenheim.

Heidenheim, on the other hand, have struggled to secure wins, with their only victory coming against Augsburg at home. Their recent draws and losses indicate a team that might struggle to contain Leverkusen's attack, potentially leading to a game where they focus on counter-attacks and set pieces to find the net.

Bayer 04 Leverkusen's recent form has been strong, with four wins in their last five matches, showcasing their ability to bounce back from a heavy defeat against Bayern München. Their home victories against Freiburg and Union Berlin, coupled with high-scoring away wins against Mainz and St. Pauli, suggest a team in good spirits and capable of controlling the game against Heidenheim.

Recent Bundesliga Results:

• Loss: 0-3 vs FC Bayern München (A)
• Win: 2-0 vs SC Freiburg (H)
• Win: 4-3 vs FSV Mainz 05 (A)
• Win: 2-0 vs FC Union Berlin (H)
• Win: 2-1 vs St. Pauli (A)

Heidenheim's recent performances have been inconsistent, with only one win in their last five games. Their draws against Frankfurt and Bremen, along with losses to Hoffenheim and Stuttgart, indicate a team that might struggle to match Leverkusen's intensity and quality. They will need to be highly organized and capitalise on any mistakes to have a chance in this match.

Recent Bundesliga Results:

• Draw: 1-1 vs Eintracht Frankfurt (H)
• Loss: 1-3 vs TSG Hoffenheim (A)
• Draw: 2-2 vs Werder Bremen (H)
• Loss: 0-1 vs VfB Stuttgart (A)
• Win: 2-1 vs FC Augsburg (H)

Bayer 04 Leverkusen have dominated their recent encounters with Heidenheim, winning the last four meetings. The most recent match saw Leverkusen secure a 1-0 away win, while their highest-scoring game was a 5-2 home win. This head-to-head record suggests Leverkusen have the upper hand and are likely to continue their winning streak against Heidenheim.

Recent Bundesliga Results

• Heidenheim 0-1 Bayer 04 Leverkusen (05 Apr 2025)

• Bayer 04 Leverkusen 5-2 Heidenheim (23 Nov 2024)

• Heidenheim 1-2 Bayer 04 Leverkusen (17 Feb 2024)

• Bayer 04 Leverkusen 4-1 Heidenheim (24 Sep 2023)

• Axel Tape (Hamstring) - Out

• Exequiel Palacios (Adductor) - Out

• Nathan Tella (Knee) - Out

• Lucas Vázquez (Muscle) - Out

• Equi Fernandez (Ligament) - Out

• Malik Tillman (Muscle) - Doubt

• Frank Feller (Knee) - Out

• Leart Paqarada (Knee) - Out

• Mikkel Kaufmann (Muscle) - Out

• Sirlord Conteh (Knee) - Out

• Marnon-Thomas Busch (Ankle) - Out

• Mathias Honsak (Thigh) - Out

• Predicted lineup: Flekken (GK), Belocian (DF), Badé (DF), Tapsoba (DF), Arthur (DF), Andrich (MF), García (MF), Grimaldo (MF), Echeverri (AT), Poku (AT), Schick (AT)

The predicted lineup for Bayer 04 Leverkusen suggests a strong defensive core with Belocian, Badé, and Tapsoba. At the same time, the trio of Andrich, Echeverri, and García could control the game's tempo and supply Schick with scoring opportunities.

• Predicted lineup: Ramaj (GK), Traoré (DF), Mainka (DF), Siersleben (DF), Föhrenbach (DF), Ibrahimovic (MF), Niehues (MF), Schöppner (MF), Niehues (MF), Beck (MF), Schimmer (AT), Zivzivadze (AT)

Heidenheim's predicted lineup indicates a focus on defensive solidity with Traoré, Siersleben, and Mainka. At the same time, the midfield quartet of Schöppner, Niehues, Beck, and Ibrahimovic will need to work hard to disrupt Leverkusen's rhythm and support the attacking duo of Schimmer and Zivzivadze.

• Schick vs Mainka: This duel will be crucial, with Schick's goal-scoring prowess tested against Mainka's defensive resilience.

• Andrich vs Niehues: Andrich's control in midfield will be challenged by Niehues' physical play and the ability to transition from defence to attack.

• García (Bayer 04 Leverkusen): García's creativity and vision in midfield make him a pivotal player in breaking down Heidenheim's defence.

• Zivzivadze (Heidenheim): Zivzivadze's ability to score crucial goals could be the difference for Heidenheim in this match.

Bayer 04 Leverkusen vs Heidenheim at 14:30 GMT on Saturday, 08 November 2025, isn't being broadcast live for viewers in the UK.

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