Köln vs Bayer Leverkusen Prediction, H2H and Probable Lineups — 25 April 2026
On April 25, 2026, in Matchday 31 of the Bundesliga, Köln will host Bayer Leverkusen. Let’s take a closer look at the potential outcome of this clash.
Match preview
Köln come into this match in decent form, unbeaten in their last five matches. However, in the Bundesliga during this run, they have managed just one win, with the remaining games ending in draws, including a 1–1 result against St. Pauli in their most recent match.
Their games have been quite open recently, with both teams scoring in each of their last six matches. Defensively, Köln continue to struggle, having conceded in ten consecutive games.
In the standings, Köln are currently 12th and remain relatively close to the relegation zone. At home, their record is fairly balanced with 5 wins, 4 draws and 6 defeats, although their recent home form has been unconvincing, with just one win in the last five matches.
Against Bayer Leverkusen, Köln have struggled in recent home meetings, failing to win any of the last four encounters.
Bayer Leverkusen come into this match under pressure after two consecutive defeats — a 1–2 loss to Augsburg in the league and elimination from the DFB Pokal after losing to Bayern Munich.
In the Bundesliga standings, Leverkusen are currently 6th and remain in the race for a Champions League spot, sitting four points behind the top four. Away from home, they have been solid this season, recording 7 wins, 4 draws and 4 defeats.
Looking at the head-to-head record, Leverkusen clearly have the upper hand. They have won 7 of the last 10 meetings and have scored in six straight games against Köln.
Probable Lineups
- Köln: Schwäbe, Castro-Montes, Özkaçar, Simpson-Pursey, Sebulonsen, Johannesson, Martel, Kaminski, Thielmann, Bulter, El Mala
- Bayer Leverkusen: Klekken, Tapsoba, Andrich, Bade, Grimaldo, Garcia, Palacios, Culbreath, Maza, Poku, Schick
Key Facts and Head-to-Head
- Köln have failed to win in 9 of their last 10 matches
- Köln have conceded in 10 consecutive matches
- In each of Köln’s last 6 matches, both teams scored
- Bayer Leverkusen are unbeaten in the last 4 head-to-head meetings
- Bayer Leverkusen have won 7 of the last 10 meetings
- Bayer Leverkusen have scored in 6 consecutive matches vs Köln
Prediction
Köln come into this match in stable form but continue to show clear defensive problems, conceding regularly in recent games. Bayer Leverkusen, despite two consecutive defeats, remain highly motivated in the fight for a Champions League spot and have consistently dominated this matchup in recent years. Considering Leverkusen’s strong head-to-head record, their need for points, and Köln’s defensive issues, the visitors have a strong chance to take all three points. Recommended bet: Bayer Leverkusen to win — 1.9
