21 March 2026 at 14:30
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Home Record / Away Record
Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.
Home Record: 1. FC Heidenheim
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Away Record: Bayer Leverkusen
Data: football-data.co.uk
Match Summary
1. FC Heidenheim and Bayer Leverkusen drew 3:3. The match was played in Bundesliga 2025. Goals were scored by M. Tillman 22′, P. Schick 35′, H. Behrens 56′, M. Pieringer 72′ (pen.), P. Schick 79′, M. Pieringer 85′. 8 yellow cards were shown. 1. FC Heidenheim had 38% possession while Bayer Leverkusen held 62%. 1. FC Heidenheim had 9 shots (5 on target) compared to 14 (5 on target) for Bayer Leverkusen. Expected goals: 1. FC Heidenheim 1.57 — Bayer Leverkusen 1.62. 1. FC Heidenheim made 5 substitutions, Bayer Leverkusen made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between 1. FC Heidenheim and Bayer Leverkusen — 6 goals and 8 cards recorded during the match.
assist: A. Garcia
assist: A. Grimaldo
assist: M. Busch
Penalty
assist: A. Grimaldo
assist: A. Beck
Match Statistics
1. FC Heidenheim had 38% possession against Bayer Leverkusen's 62%. 1. FC Heidenheim registered 9 shots (5 on target) while Bayer Leverkusen managed 14 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 2–5. Fouls committed: 11–12.
Lineups
1. FC Heidenheim lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under Frank Schmidt, while Bayer Leverkusen deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Kasper Hjulmand.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for 1. FC Heidenheim is 6.73, compared to 7.00 for Bayer Leverkusen. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. 1. FC Heidenheim's highest-rated starter is Hennes Behrens (6.97), while Bayer Leverkusen's best-rated player is Aleix García (7.43).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of 1. FC Heidenheim have contributed 11 goals and 11 assists this season, led by Budu Zivzivadze (3G). Bayer Leverkusen's starters account for 41 goals and 25 assists, spearheaded by Patrik Schick (11G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
1. FC Heidenheim deploy 4 defenders rated 6.75 on average, against Bayer Leverkusen's 4-man backline averaging 6.96. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
1. FC Heidenheim field 3 midfielders averaging 6.67, versus Bayer Leverkusen's 5 rated 7.08. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
1. FC Heidenheim start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.69, compared to 1 for Bayer Leverkusen averaging 6.86. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 76% for 1. FC Heidenheim and 85% for Bayer Leverkusen. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
1. FC Heidenheim's starters have collected 23 yellow cards this season, compared to 33 for Bayer Leverkusen. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of 1. FC Heidenheim's starting XI is 26.5 (youngest: Hennes Behrens (20), oldest: Marnon Busch (31)), while Bayer Leverkusen average 25.5 (youngest: Montrell Culbreath (18), oldest: Mark Flekken (32)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
1. FC Heidenheim's starters average 20 league appearances each, versus 23 for Bayer Leverkusen. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Frank Schmidt
Substitutes
Coach: Kasper Hjulmand
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, 1. FC Heidenheim have recorded 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 defeats. Bayer Leverkusen show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
1. FC Heidenheim
Bayer Leverkusen
1. FC Heidenheim vs Bayer Leverkusen Head to Head Results
1. FC Heidenheim and Bayer Leverkusen have met 6 times — 1. FC Heidenheim won 1, Bayer Leverkusen won 5, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2019. Bayer Leverkusen leads the head-to-head with 5 victories from 6 meetings. A combined 25 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.17 per match (6 for the home side, 19 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 4 matches (67%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 5 games (83%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Bayer Leverkusen are currently unbeaten in the last 5 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–2 in 2024.
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Recent Meetings (6)
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