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

The Round of 16 in the DfB Pokal has thrown up a pretty interesting fixture. Current Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich face reigning German champions Bayer Leverkusen later tonight in what promises to be an enthralling cup tie.

Most fans would have pegged these two clubs to meet in the semifinals or even the final, but the football gods have been kind enough to pit these two giants so early on in the competition. t’s a rare treat to see two tournament favorites face off so soon, offering each side a chance to eliminate their biggest rival early on and probably strengthen their credentials for the prestigious trophy. The Bavarians come into this game on the back of a 1-1 draw. However, they needed an 85th minute Jamal Musiala equalizer to salvage a draw at the Signal Iduna Park on Saturday. Additionally, talisman Harry Kane will miss the tie after he was diagnosed with a minor hamstring tear earlier this week.  

Meanwhile, after a topsy-turvy start to the season, Bayer Leverkusen are beginning to find their grove. Die Werkself come into this game on the back of a four-game unbeaten run. Moreover, they have scored 12 goals in their last three games in all competitions. So, with form on their side and Bayern missing their talismanic striker, Leverkusen might just fancy their chances of causing an upset and booking a spot in the quarterfinals. Having said that, overcoming Bayern at the Allianz Arena is no small feat. So, will Bayern weather the storm without Kane, or will Leverkusen capitalize on their momentum to topple the record winners of the DfB Pokal? 

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

Date: 4th December 2024           

Time: 1:15 AM (IST)           

Stadium: Allianz Arena 

Location: Munich, Germany 

Bayern Munich’s Possible Starting XI 

Neuer; Boey, Upamecano, Kim, Davies; Kimmich, Goretzka; Olise, Musiala, Coman; Muller. 

Bayer Leverkusen’s Possible Starting XI 

Kovar; Tapsoba, Tah, Hincapie; Frimpong, Xhaka, Andrich, Garcia, Grimaldo; Wirtz; Schick.

Bayern Munich vs Bayer Leverkusen Fantasy Team 

Goalkeeper: Manuel Neuer (Bayern) 

Defenders: Jeremy Frimpong (Bayer), Alphonso Davies (Bayern), Alejandro Grimaldo (Bayer), Jonathan Tah (Bayer), Kim Min-Jae (Bayern) 

Midfielders: Granit Xhaka (Bayer), Jamal Musiala (Bayern), Florian Wirtz (Bayer), Michel Olise (Bayern) 

Forward: Patrick Schick (Bayer) 

Bayern Munich vs Bayer Leverkusen Fantasy Team For Tonight's Match

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

Choice 1: Patrick Schick (C), Jeremy Frimpong (VC)         

Choice 2: Michel Olise (C), Jamal Musiala (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.