Match Overview
On December 14th, FC Augsburg will face off against Bayer Leverkusen at the WWK Arena in a Bundesliga match. The odds for this game are heavily favoring the away team, with Bayer Leverkusen being seen as the clear favorites to win.
Historical Face-Off
These two teams have faced each other multiple times in the past, and it has been an interesting battle between them. In their most recent encounter earlier this year, Bayer Leverkusen came out on top with a narrow 2-1 victory over FC Augsburg. Looking back further into history, we can see that both teams have had their fair share of success against each other.
In terms of goal statistics, matches between these two sides tend to be high-scoring affairs. More often than not, there have been three or more goals scored when they meet on the pitch. This suggests that fans can expect an exciting and potentially thrilling contest when these teams clash once again.
Local Team’s Recent Form
FC Augsburg has shown mixed form recently across various competitions. In their last six matches overall, they have won twice while losing just one game and drawing three others. Their attacking prowess is evident from scoring 12 goals during this period but conceding seven as well.
Currently sitting at 11th place in the Bundesliga standings with 39 points and a negative goal difference of -10, FC Augsburg has had its ups and downs throughout the season so far. In their latest league fixture against Eintracht Frankfurt, they managed to secure a hard-fought draw with a scoreline of 2-2.
Away Team’s Recent Form
Bayer Leverkusen comes into this match boasting an impressive unbeaten record away from home in recent games across all competitions – winning all six encounters. They have been in scintillating form, scoring 16 goals and conceding just four during this period.
Sitting comfortably at the top of the Bundesliga table with a staggering 90 points and an impressive goal difference of +65, Bayer Leverkusen has dominated their opponents throughout the season. In their most recent match against Inter in the UEFA Champions League, they secured a hard-fought victory with a late goal to win 1-0.
Key Players Spotlight
For FC Augsburg, Phillip Tietz has been one of their standout performers recently. With eight goals and four assists so far this season, he will be crucial for his team’s attacking threat. On the other hand, Robert Gumny has been solid defensively for FC Augsburg and will play a vital role in keeping Bayer Leverkusen’s potent attack at bay.
Bayer Leverkusen boasts several key players who have contributed significantly to their success this season. Florian Wirtz has been exceptional both as a scorer (18 goals) and provider (19 assists), making him one to watch out for on the pitch. Additionally, Victor Boniface’s incredible tally of 21 goals showcases his clinical finishing ability that can trouble any defense.
Statistical Insights
Analyzing recent statistics from both teams’ performances reveals interesting trends. While FC Augsburg struggles defensively with an average of two goals conceded per game over their last six matches across all competitions, they compensate by being prolific upfront – averaging two goals scored per game during that same period.
In contrast, Bayer Leverkusen displays defensive solidity away from home by conceding only four times in six games while maintaining an impressive average of almost three goals scored per game on foreign soil.
Match Prediction: Local Team vs Away Team
Considering FC Augsburg’s mixed form and inconsistent defensive record coupled with Bayer Leverkusen’s dominant away performances and overall league position, it is highly likely that Bayer Leverkusen will come out on top in this encounter. Therefore, the predicted outcome of this match is FC Augsburg 1 – 3 Bayer Leverkusen.
