Key Highlights
- Patrik Schick has scored in both Leverkusen’s last two Champions League encounters.
- Leverkusen will face Newcastle United on Matchday 6 of the UEFA Champions League at BayArena.
- Newcastle has found the net in each of their last 15 games, but conceded 11 times in their last five away games.
- Aleix García and Malik Tillman have been key performers for Leverkusen recently.
Background on Bayer Leverkusen’s Recent Form
Bayer Leverkusen has shown resilience and strength in their recent matches, particularly at home. Their victory over Manchester City just a fortnight ago highlighted the team’s capability to compete against top-tier opponents. This performance comes after securing consecutive league-phase wins over Benfica, further bolstering their confidence for upcoming matches.
Key Factors Favoring Bayer Leverkusen
The recent performances of key players such as Aleix García and Malik Tillman have been instrumental in Leverkusen’s successes. Garcia, in particular, has demonstrated his value with 93% completion rate in passes (1,298) and 1454 touches of the ball this season, showcasing his importance to the team.
In addition, Patrik Schick has proven a crucial player for Leverkusen. Despite missing four games due to injury, Schick returned with three goal involvements in his last four league appearances. His recent form suggests he could be pivotal against Newcastle United, especially given his history of scoring in Champions League matches.
Challenges for Newcastle United
Newcastle’s offensive prowess is well-documented; they have scored goals consistently over the past 15 games, but their defensive record has been less impressive. They conceded 11 goals in their last five away games, with only one victory on their travels in nearly eight months.
The recent 4-1 win at Everton was their sole success outside of their home ground recently, indicating Newcastle’s struggles to maintain a strong performance across different venues. Their ability to secure clean sheets is also questionable, as they have conceded in every away match this season.
Upcoming Match at BayArena
The upcoming Champions League clash between Bayer Leverkusen and Newcastle United on Matchday 6 presents an opportunity for Leverkusen to assert their dominance. Their home form suggests they are well-prepared, while Newcastle’s recent struggles provide a potential setback.
With key matches like these, every goal counts towards securing the group stage. Leverkusen’s strategy will likely focus on exploiting any defensive weaknesses in Newcastle’s squad and capitalizing on opportunities created by Garcia and Tillman.
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