Preview
- Date: Tuesday, November 5
- Kick-off Time: 8:00 pm GMT
- Venue: Anfield, Liverpool
Arne Slot’s Liverpool will host German champions Bayer Leverkusen at Anfield on Tuesday evening as part of matchday four of the 2024/25 Champions League season. The two clubs have enjoyed successful starts to their respective European campaigns. Liverpool is one of the only two teams that have won three out of the three games played so far. Leverkusen, on the other hand, has seven points from a possible nine and finds itself in the sixth spot. Fireworks will be guaranteed in the Liverpool vs Bayer Leverkusen fixture with a lot of talking points to discuss after the game.
Liverpool has been on a tremendous run of form lately. The Merseyside outfit has managed five victories and a draw in the last six matches. During this period, Arne Slot’s men have scored 11 goals and conceded just six. The Dutch coach has done an impressive job so far in overseeing the transition from the Jurgen Klopp era. Liverpool will require home support while facing a tough test in the form of Bayer Leverkusen. The six-time European Champions are unbeaten in five home games.
Bayer Leverkusen fans will be disappointed and unsatisfied with how the recent matches have played out. In the last six games, Leverkusen has acquired just a couple of victories and four draws. Xabi Alonso’s men have lost quite some ground in the title race in Germany. Bayer Leverkusen was always going to find it difficult to replicate the unparalleled success of last season. The Germans have been commendable in the Champions League and will feel confident of their chances against Liverpool.
Liverpool Team News
Alisson Becker (Hamstring), Diogo Jota (Rib), Harvey Elliott (Broken Foot), and Federico Chiesa (Muscle Injury) will not be available for the hosts on Tuesday. Arne Slot will feel there is little scope for rotation considering the quality of the opponents.
Bayer Leverkusen Team News
Bayer Leverkusen will have to negate the Liverpool threat without the services of Amine Adli, Jeanuel Belocian, Martin Terrier, and Nordi Mukiele. The partnership of Florian Wirtz and Viktor Boniface up front will be the key for Bayer Leverkusen.
Liverpool vs Bayer Leverkusen Predicted Lineups
Liverpool Predicted Lineup (4-3-3)
Goalkeeper: Kelleher
Defenders: Alexander-Arnold, Konate, van Dijk, Tsimikas
Midfielders: Gravenberch, Mac Allister, Szoboszlai
Forwards: Salah, Gakpo, Nunez
Bayer Leverkusen Predicted Lineup (3-4-3)
Goalkeeper: Hradecky
Defenders: Tapsoba, Tah, Hincapie
Midfielders: Mukiele, Xhaka, Andrich, Grimaldo
Forwards: Frimpong, Wirtz, Boniface
Liverpool vs Bayer Leverkusen H2H Record
In the last five head-to-head encounters between Liverpool and Bayer Leverkusen, four have ended in the favour of the English side with Bayer Leverkusen also winning one matchup.
| Result | Year and Competition |
| Liverpool 3-1 Bayer Leverkusen | 2012, Club Friendlies |
| Bayer Leverkusen 1-3 Liverpool | 2005, Champions League |
| Liverpool 3-1 Bayer Leverkusen | 2005, Champions League |
| Bayer Leverkusen 4-2 Liverpool | 2002, Champions League |
| Liverpool 1-0 Bayer Leverkusen | 2002, Champions League |
Key Players to Watch in Liverpool vs Bayer Leverkusen
Mohamed Salah (Liverpool)
It is unimaginable to think of Liverpool without Mohamed Salah. The Egyptian is still going strong in his eight season at Anfield. Salah is the topic of heavy discussions currently surrounding his future. The speculations, though, have not created a hurdle in Mohamed Salah’s goal contributions. The former Roma winger has nine goals and seven assists already in 15 appearances this season. He has scored one goal in the Champions League so far. Salah will be looking to add to his tally of 45 goals in the Champions League against Leverkusen.
Florian Wirtz (Bayer Leverkusen)
Florian Wirtz has been an outstanding performer for Bayer Leverkusen this season. The youngster has benefitted massively under the guidance of Xabi Alonso. The coach has entrusted Wirtz to play closer to the goal which is backed up by his statistics. The German prodigy has seven goals and an assist already this season. The 21-year-old is one of the most attractive profiles in the European market. Florian Wirtz’s performances this season have ensured that there will be a tight race for his signature next season.
Liverpool vs Bayer Leverkusen Prediction
Bayer Leverkusen is certainly one of the most potent teams in Europe. Nevertheless, Liverpool will be confident of its chances and will rely on the home support. A Liverpool victory is the most likely outcome.
Predicted Score: Liverpool 3-2 Bayer Leverkusen
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Where to watch Liverpool vs Bayer Leverkusen Live?
| Country | Where to Watch |
| USA | CBS and TUDN |
| UK | TNT Sports |
| India | Sony Sports Network/SonyLIV |
| Germany | DAZN |
FAQs
Q. When is Liverpool vs Bayer Leverkusen?
The Liverpool vs Bayer Leverkusen match will be played on 5ᵗʰ November at Anfield, Liverpool, United Kingdom.
Q. Where to watch Liverpool vs Bayer Leverkusen live for free?
The Liverpool vs Bayer Leverkusen match can be watched on ServusTV, RTÉ Player, and Tabii.
Q. What is the predicted score in Liverpool vs Bayer Leverkusen?
Our predicted score for the upcoming Liverpool vs Bayer Leverkusen fixture is 3-2 to Liverpool.
Q. What is the head-to-head record for Liverpool vs Bayer Leverkusen?
The last five meetings between Liverpool and Bayer Leverkusen have ended in four victories for Liverpool and one for Leverkusen with an aggregate score of 12-7.