København vs Bayer Leverkusen Preview, Prediction, Stats, H2H – 18 Sep 2025
Match Details
Date: September 18, 2025
Venue: Parken Stadium, Copenhagen
Competition: UEFA Champions League League Stage
Kick-off: 3:00 PM EST
Weather: 64°F, partly cloudy
Match Preview
København will face off against Bayer Leverkusen in an exciting UEFA Champions League encounter at Parken Stadium on September 18, 2025. The Danish side, currently second in the Superliga, boasts an impressive home record in the Champions League, winning all three of their home matches in the competition this season. Meanwhile, Bayer Leverkusen, sitting 10th in the Bundesliga, have shown resilience on the road with two draws in three away matches across all competitions.
This clash promises to be a tightly contested battle, with both teams eager to secure crucial points in the Champions League League Stage. København will look to capitalize on their home advantage, while Leverkusen’s experience and depth could make them a formidable opponent.
Head-to-Head Record
- København Wins: 0 (0%)
- Draws: 0 (0%)
- Bayer Leverkusen Wins: 0 (0%)
No prior meetings have been recorded between these two sides, making this their first competitive encounter.
Team Form
København (Last 6 Matches):
- Wins: 3 (50%)
- Draws: 2 (33%)
- Losses: 1 (17%)
- Home Form in Champions League: 3 wins in 3 matches
Bayer Leverkusen (Last 6 Matches):
- Wins: 2 (33%)
- Draws: 2 (33%)
- Losses: 2 (33%)
- Away Form: 1 win, 2 draws, 0 losses
Team News
København Injuries and Suspensions
- O. Højer (M): Out due to surgery, no return date.
- M. Mattsson (M): Sidelined with a cruciate ligament injury until August 31, 2026.
- M. Elyounoussi (F): Unavailable due to an unknown injury, no return date.
Bayer Leverkusen Injuries and Suspensions
- J. Quansah (D): Out due to illness, no return date.
- A. Sarco (F): Ineligible until January 29, 2026.
- J. Hofmann (M): Ineligible until January 29, 2026.
- M. Terrier (F): Ineligible until January 29, 2026.
- J. Belocian (D): Ineligible until January 29, 2026.
Champions League Standings
| Rank | Team | PTS | GP | W | D | L | GF | GA | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Union Saint-Gilloise | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| 2 | Arsenal | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| … | … | … | … | … | … | … | … | … | … |
| 17 | Bayer Leverkusen | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 26 | København | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Prediction
København 2-1 Bayer Leverkusen
København’s strong home form in the Champions League gives them a slight edge in this matchup. Despite Leverkusen’s resilience on the road, the Danish side’s attacking prowess and home crowd support could see them secure a narrow victory. Expect an average of 3.01 goals in this high-stakes encounter.
Betting Odds (indicative):
- København Win: +240
- Draw: +240
- Bayer Leverkusen Win: +115
Key Stats
- København: Undefeated in their last 3 Champions League home games.
- Bayer Leverkusen: Unbeaten in their last 3 away matches (1 win, 2 draws).
- Expected Goals: 3.01 goals per match.
- Win Probability: København (36%), Draw (31%), Bayer Leverkusen (33%).