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Explore Bwin's detailed preview for St. Pauli vs Bayer 04 Leverkusen in the Bundesliga. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 14:30 BST match.
Fixture: St. Pauli vs Bayer 04 Leverkusen
Date: Saturday, 27 September 2025
Kick-off: 14:30 BST
Venue: Millerntor-Stadion
Match Prediction: St. Pauli 2-1 Bayer 04 Leverkusen
St. Pauli's recent form suggests a team capable of challenging higher-ranked opponents, as evidenced by their wins against FC Augsburg and Hamburger SV. Their ability to score against Borussia Dortmund at home indicates a potent attack that could trouble Leverkusen's defence.
However, their loss to VfB Stuttgart away shows vulnerability against strong teams, which Leverkusen's dynamic play might exploit.
Bayer 04 Leverkusen's inconsistent results, including draws against Borussia Mönchengladbach and Werder Bremen, suggest a team that can be unpredictable.
Their win against Eintracht Frankfurt at home demonstrates that they can dominate when in form, but the loss to TSG Hoffenheim highlights potential weaknesses. This match could see Leverkusen struggling to find consistency against St. Pauli's resilient play.
St. Pauli's recent performances have been a mix of resilience and flair, with notable wins against FC Augsburg and Hamburger SV. Their ability to score three goals against Borussia Dortmund at home highlights their offensive capabilities, which could be crucial against Leverkusen.
However, the loss to VfB Stuttgart away suggests they need to tighten their defence to compete effectively in this match.
Recent Bundesliga Results:
Loss: 0-2 vs VfB Stuttgart (A)
Win: 2-1 vs FC Augsburg (H)
Win: 2-0 vs Hamburger SV (A)
Draw: 3-3 vs Borussia Dortmund (H)
Bayer 04 Leverkusen's recent form has been inconsistent, with draws against Borussia Mönchengladbach and Werder Bremen. Their win against Eintracht Frankfurt at home demonstrates that they can be a formidable team.
However, the loss to TSG Hoffenheim at home highlights their vulnerabilities. Leverkusen will need to find their rhythm and capitalise on their attacking strengths to overcome St. Pauli's challenge.
The head-to-head record between St. Pauli and Bayer 04 Leverkusen is heavily in the home side's favour, with Leverkusen winning three out of the last four encounters.
The most recent match ended in a draw, indicating that St. Pauli can hold their own against Leverkusen. However, Leverkusen's two consecutive wins prior to the draw suggest they have the edge in this fixture.
Recent Bundesliga Results
St. Pauli 1-1 Bayer 04 Leverkusen (20 Apr 2025)
Bayer 04 Leverkusen 2-1 St. Pauli (07 Dec 2024)
Bayer 04 Leverkusen 2-1 St. Pauli (10 Apr 2011)
St. Pauli 0-1 Bayer 04 Leverkusen (13 Nov 2010)
David Nemeth (Muscular) - Out
Jackson Irvine (Muscle) - Out
Ricky Jade-Jones (Shoulder) - Out
Danel Sinani (Ankle) - Doubt
Abdoulie Ceesay (Fitness) - Doubt
Karol Mets (Fitness) - Doubt
Exequiel Palacios (Groin) - Out
Nathan Tella (Knee) - Fitness
Martin Terrier (Achilles) - Out
Arthur Augusto (Illness) - Doubt
Predicted lineup: Vasilj, Wahl, Smith, Dzwigala, Saliakas, Sands, Fujita, Oppie, Kaars, Hountondji, Lage
St. Pauli's predicted lineup suggests a focus on maintaining a solid midfield presence with Sands and Fujita, while relying on Lage's creativity to unlock Leverkusen's defence.
Predicted lineup: Flekken, Quansah, Badé, Tapsoba, Vázquez, García, Tillman, Grimaldo, Maza, Ben Seghir, Schick
Bayer 04 Leverkusen's predicted lineup suggests a strategy to control the game through the midfield, featuring Tillman and García. At the same time, Schick's presence up front aims to capitalise on any defensive lapses from St. Pauli.
Andréas Hountondji vs Edmond Tapsoba: Hountondji's stellar scoring form will be tested against Tapsoba's defensive solidity.
Patrik Schick vs Hauke Wahl: Schick's goal-scoring ability will challenge Wahl's defensive organisation.
Nikola Vasilj (St. Pauli): Vasilj's recent performances in goal could be crucial for St. Pauli's chances.
Alejandro Grimaldo (Bayer 04 Leverkusen): Grimaldo's versatility and skill on the left could be a key factor for Leverkusen.
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