Hoffenheim vs Bayer Leverkusen Predictions, Lineups and Betting Tips

Hoffenheim vs Bayer Leverkusen Predictions, Lineups and Betting Tips

Match Details: 17 January, 2025 | Bundesliga | PreZero Arena | Kick-off: 14:30 GMT

A fascinating Bundesliga encounter as Hoffenheim welcome title-chasing Bayer Leverkusen to the PreZero Arena. The hosts continue to punch above their weight this season, while Leverkusen arrive having suffered a heavy defeat at home to VfB Stuttgart last time out.

Key Betting Tip: Bayer Leverkusen to Win at 2.50 Odds

Hoffenheim vs Bayer Leverkusen Predicted Lineups

Hoffenheim (3-4-2-1): Baumann; Coufal, Hranac, Kabak; Bernardo, Burger, Avdullahu, Asllani, Kramarić, Prass; Lemperle

Bayer Leverkusen (3-4-2-1): Flekken Andrich, Bade, Belocian; Arthur, Garcia, Tilman, Tella; Terrier, Hofmann; Schick

Hoffenheim vs Bayer Leverkusen Recent Form Analysis

Hoffenheim come into this fixture in mixed form but remain a dangerous proposition at home. Their attacking output has been consistent, particularly through the influence of Andrej Kramarić and FIsnik Asllani, though defensive lapses have cost them points against top-six opposition. They have won two of their last four league matches but have struggled to contain high-tempo pressing sides.

Leverkusen, meanwhile, continue to compete towards the top of the Bundesliga Their ability to control games through midfield and strike quickly in transition makes them especially dangerous away from home. Leverkusen have four of their seven league matches away from home, having already picked up impressive victories against both Bourissa Dortmund and RB Leipzig away from home this season.

Recent meetings between the sides suggest goals are likely, with Leverkusen often having the edge in decisive moments.
Recent Head-to-Head Meetings
14 Sep 2024 // 1899 Hoffenheim 1-4 Bayer Leverkusen

04 Nov 2023 // 1899 Hoffenheim 2-3 Bayer Leverkusen

11 Feb 2023 // 1899 Hoffenheim 1-3 Bayer Leverkusen

07 May 2022 // 1899 Hoffenheim 2-4 Bayer Leverkusen

12 Apr 2021 // 1899 Hoffenheim 0-0 Bayer Leverkusen

01 Feb 2020 // 1899 Hoffenheim 2-1 Bayer Leverkusen

29 Mar 2019 // 1899 Hoffenheim 4-1 Bayer Leverkusen

20 Jan 2018 // 1899 Hoffenheim 1-4 Bayer Leverkusen

18 Mar 2017 // 1899 Hoffenheim 1-0 Bayer Leverkusen

23 Jan 2016 // 1899 Hoffenheim 1-1 Bayer Leverkusen

Hoffenheim vs Bayer Leverkusen Predictions

Our advanced model processes over 200 data points to generate these predictions, showing 60% confidence in a BTTS outcome. The algorithm weighs recent form, expected lineups, tactical setups, and historical goal trends between the two sides.

Leverkusen’s attacking depth and pressing structure give them a clear edge, but Hoffenheim’s home attacking threat suggests they can find the net.

Hoffenheim vs Bayer Leverkusen Key Betting Tip

Football Park’s Best Bet: Bayer Leverkusen to Win @ 2.50 Odds

Leverkusen’s consistency, squad depth, and dominance in recent head-to-head encounters make them strong value despite playing away from home. Hoffenheim are capable of scoring, but Leverkusen’s superior game control should prove decisive.

Hoffenheim vs Bayer Leverkusen Key Players to Watch

Andrej Kramarić (Hoffenheim) The Croatian forward remains Hoffenheim’s creative heartbeat. His movement between the lines and set-piece delivery make him a constant threat, especially against high defensive lines.

Alejandro Grimaldo (Bayer Leverkusen) Many anticipated that Grimaldo would depart the club last season but the Spaniard stayed put and has shown that class is permanent in his displays this season. He has five goals and four assists to his name in 12 Bundesliga matches in this campaign.

Hoffenheim vs Bayer Leverkusen Match Details

Referee: TBD

Broadcast: Sky Deutschland / Bundesliga Pass

Stadium Information: PreZero Arena (30,164 capacity)