Bayer Leverkusen will need a historic comeback when they host Bayern Munich at the BayArena for the second leg of their Champions League Round of 16 clash. The Bundesliga champions suffered a 3-0 defeat in the first leg, leaving them with a massive challenge. Meanwhile, Bayern, who took full advantage of Leverkusen’s mistakes in the first meeting, are on course for the quarter-finals.
📅 Match Date: March 12, 2025
⏰ Nepali Time: 1:45 AM
🏟 Venue: BayArena, Leverkusen
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Bayer Leverkusen’s Performance
Leverkusen come into this match after back-to-back defeats against Bayern (3-0) and Werder Bremen (2-0). They were unbeaten at home for 18 matches before their recent loss but now need a four-goal victory to advance—something only three teams in history have achieved.
Xabi Alonso’s men have been inconsistent lately, winning just two of their last six matches in all competitions. Without key playmaker Florian Wirtz and suspended defender Nordi Mukiele, their task becomes even more difficult.
Bayern Munich’s Performance
Bayern controlled the first leg and capitalized on Leverkusen’s mistakes to take a 3-0 advantage. However, they were recently beaten 3-2 by Bochum in the Bundesliga despite going 2-0 up.
Vincent Kompany’s side have been dominant in Europe, scoring 26 goals in 11 Champions League matches this season. However, they have lost two of their last five away matches, including a 3-0 defeat to Feyenoord in January.
Head-to-Head Record
🔹 Total Matches: 98
🔹 Bayer Leverkusen Wins: 19
🔹 Draws: 19
🔹 Bayern Munich Wins: 60
Key Stats
✅ Bayer Leverkusen have won their last four Champions League home matches without conceding.
✅ Bayern Munich have scored three or more goals in six of their last 10 matches.
✅ Leverkusen have lost consecutive matches for the first time since May 2023.
Match Prediction
Leverkusen must score early to keep their hopes alive, but Bayern’s firepower should be enough to see them through.
🔮 Prediction: Bayer Leverkusen 1-2 Bayern Munich
Team News
Bayer Leverkusen Team News
🚑 Injuries: Florian Wirtz, Jeanuel Belocian
⛔ Suspended: Nordi Mukiele
📋 Squad Update: Robert Andrich is a doubt due to illness.
🔴 Bayer Leverkusen Possible Starting XI
Kovar (GK); Tah, Hincapie, Hermoso, Frimpong, Xhaka, Palacios, Grimaldo, Tella, Adli, Boniface
Bayern Munich Team News
🚑 Injuries: Manuel Neuer (out until late March)
📋 Squad Update: Joao Palhinha is suspended after his red card vs Bochum.
🔵 Bayern Munich Possible Starting XI
Urbig (GK); Stanisic, Upamecano, Kim, Guerreiro, Goretzka, Kimmich, Olise, Musiala, Coman, Kane
Where to Watch from Nepal
Fans in Nepal can watch the match live on:
✅ Sony Network
✅ Score808
✅ Epics Sports
