Bayer Leverkusen vs Bayern Munich Fantasy Football Tips, Match Prediction and Possible Starting Lineups

For the past two seasons, Bayer Leverkusen and Xabi Alonso have been one of the most captivating stories in European football. In just over two years, Alonso has transformed Leverkusen from a mid-table Bundesliga side into a powerhouse. However, they were given a mean reality check by Bayern in the Champions League. Their first-leg clash with Bayern Munich was a brutal wake-up call, as the record German champions ran riot with a 3-0 victory.

Now, Leverkusen find themselves staring at a mountain to climb. Overturning a three-goal deficit at this stage of the competition is the kind of challenge that separates the great teams from the legendary ones. If Alonso’s men are to pull off a comeback for the ages, they’ll need to be at their absolute best. Having said that, some fans believe the 3-0 scoreline was a bit harsh on Leverkusen, considering two of Bayern’s goals were gifts rather than moments of brilliance. In truth, Alonso’s men were the architects of their own downfall, especially in the second half. 

Trailing 1-0 at halftime was already a tough spot, but things quickly unraveled after the break. Goalkeeper Matej Kovar had a moment to forget in the 54th minute when he misjudged a routine cross, allowing Jamal Musiala an easy tap-in. A two-goal deficit was already a mountain to climb, but then came the real gut punch—Nordi Mukiele’s dismissal in the 62nd minute. A reckless challenge earned him a second yellow, leaving Leverkusen with ten men and no real hope of a fightback. To make matters worse, Edmond Tapsoba brought down Harry Kane in the box late on, sealing Leverkusen’s fate with a penalty.  

Now, Xabi Alonso’s men did to be at their best if they want to overturn this massive deficit. However, they would be without their star player, Florian Wirtz. The 21-year-old was seen leaving Die Werkself’s recent Bundesliga game against Werder Bremen on crutches. So, can Bayer Leverkusen pull off one of the most outrageous comebacks in recent Champions League history?   

Bayer Leverkusen vs Bayern Munich – Match Date, Time and Venue 

Date: 12th March 2025                      

Time: 1:30 AM (IST)                 

Stadium: Bay Arena  

Location: Leverkusen, Germany 

Bayer Leverkusen’s Possible Starting XI 

Kovar; Mukiele, Tah, Hincapie; Frimpong, Xhaka, Palacios, Grimaldo; Tella, Buendia; Boniface. 

Bayern Munich’s Possible Starting XI 

Urbig; Stanisic, Upamecano, Kim, Guerreiro; Goretzka, Kimmich; Olise, Musiala, Coman; Kane. 

Bayer Leverkusen vs Bayern Munich Fantasy Team 

Goalkeeper: Jonas Urbig (Bayern)  

Defenders: Alphonso Davies (Bayern), Jonathan Tah (Bayer), Alejandro Grimaldo (Bayer)  

Midfielders: Emi Buendia (Bayer), Jamal Musiala (Bayern), Michael Olise (Bayern), Kingsley Coman (Bayern), Granit Xhaka (Bayer)  

Forwards: Victor Boniface (Bayer), Harry Kane (Bayern) 

Bayer Leverkusen vs Bayern Munich – Fantasy Team Captain and Vice-Captain  

Choice 1: Harry Kane (C), Jamal Musiala (VC)  

Choice 2: Victor Boniface (C), Alejandro Grimaldo (VC)  

Disclaimer:  

The author has provided you with the above-mentioned match prediction on the basis of his research, understanding, and analysis, consider the points and make your own decision. 

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