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5 March 2025 at 20:00

UEFA Champions League · Season 2024
Referee: M. Oliver

Match Summary

Bayern München defeated Bayer Leverkusen 3:0. The match was played in UEFA Champions League 2024. Goals were scored by H. Kane 9′, J. Musiala 54′, H. Kane 75′ (pen.). 6 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Bayern München had 65% possession while Bayer Leverkusen held 35%. Bayern München had 17 shots (6 on target) compared to 3 (1 on target) for Bayer Leverkusen. Expected goals: Bayern München 2.98 — Bayer Leverkusen 0.33. Bayern München made 5 substitutions, Bayer Leverkusen made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Harry Kane 73′).

Match Events

Key match events between Bayern München and Bayer Leverkusen — 3 goals and 7 cards recorded during the match.

Bayern München
Bayer Leverkusen
Kick Off
H. Kane

assist: M. Olise

9′
Konrad Laimer39′
Half Time
Leon Goretzka50′
J. Musiala
54′
M. NeuerJ. Urbig
58′
K. ComanL. Sané
68′
K. LaimerJ. Stanišić
68′
68′
A. AdliE. Tapsoba
Penalty confirmed73′
VAR
H. Kane

Penalty

75′
80′
F. WirtzP. Schick
81′
G. XhakaAleix García
81′
J. FrimpongArthur
87′
Álex GrimaldoE. Buendía
Kim Min-JaeE. Dier
89′
L. GoretzkaJoão Palhinha
89′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Bayern München had 65% possession against Bayer Leverkusen's 35%. Bayern München registered 17 shots (6 on target) while Bayer Leverkusen managed 3 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 5–1. Fouls committed: 13–9.

6Shots on Goal1
7Shots off Goal2
17Total Shots3
4Blocked Shots0
9Shots insidebox3
8Shots outsidebox0
13Fouls9
5Corner Kicks1
0Offsides1
65%Ball Possession35%
2Yellow Cards4
0Red Cards1
1Goalkeeper Saves2
556Total passes307
481Passes accurate231
87%Passes %75%
2.98expected_goals0.33
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Bayern München lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under V. Kompany, while Bayer Leverkusen deployed a 4-4-2 under Xabi Alonso.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Bayern München is 7.06, compared to 6.83 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. Bayern München's highest-rated starter is K. Coman (7.96), while Bayer Leverkusen's best-rated player is Álex Grimaldo (7.32).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Bayern München have contributed 2 goals and 4 assists this season, led by K. Coman (2G). Bayer Leverkusen's starters account for 4 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by Álex Grimaldo (4G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Bayern München deploy 4 defenders rated 6.75 on average, against Bayer Leverkusen's 4-man backline averaging 6.80. 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

Bayern München field 5 midfielders averaging 7.96, versus Bayer Leverkusen's 4 rated 6.76. 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

Bayern München start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Bayer Leverkusen averaging 7.00. 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 88% for Bayern München and 63% 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

Bayern München's starters have collected 5 yellow cards this season, compared to 3 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 Bayern München's starting XI is 29.8 (youngest: A. Davies (25), oldest: M. Neuer (39)), while Bayer Leverkusen average 26.5 (youngest: F. Wirtz (22), oldest: Hermoso (30)). 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

Bayern München's starters average 6 league appearances each, versus 4 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.

Bayern MünchenPosition StrengthBayer Leverkusen
7.06
Avg Rating
6.83
7.06🧤 GK (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.75🛡 DEF (4 v 4)6.80
0G 2A0G 0A
7.96 MID (5 v 4)6.76
2G 2A4G 3A
FWD (1 v 2)7.00
0G 0A0G 0A
Bayern München4-2-3-1
1🧤GKM. Neuer7.1
27🛡DEFK. Laimer
2🛡DEFD. Upamecano6.81A
3🛡DEFKim Min-Jae6.7
19🛡DEFA. Davies6.81A
8MIDL. Goretzka
6MIDJ. Kimmich
17MIDM. Olise
42MIDJ. Musiala
11MIDK. Coman8.02G2A
9FWDH. Kane
Bayer Leverkusen4-4-2
17🧤GKM. Kovář
23🛡DEFN. Mukiele
4🛡DEFJ. Tah6.8
5🛡DEFHermoso
3🛡DEFP. Hincapié
30MIDJ. Frimpong6.2
34MIDG. Xhaka
25MIDE. Palacios
20MIDÁlex Grimaldo7.34G3A
21FWDA. Adli
10FWDF. Wirtz7.0

Substitutes

10(F)L. Sané
44(D)J. Stanišić
15(D)E. Dier
25(F)T. Müller
21(D)H. Ito
23(D)S. Boey
26(G)S. Ulreich
22(D)Raphaël Guerreiro

Substitutes

24(M)Aleix García
13(D)Arthur
36(G)N. Lomb
19(M)N. Tella

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Bayern München have recorded 5 wins, 1 draws and 0 defeats. Bayer Leverkusen show 1 wins, 4 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.

Bayern München

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Bayer Leverkusen

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Head to Head

Bayern München and Bayer Leverkusen have met 2 times — Bayern München won 1, Bayer Leverkusen won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Bayern München leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.50 per match (4 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–0 in 2025.

1

Bayern München

1

Drawn

0

Bayer Leverkusen

Goals: 4Goals: 1

Recent Meetings (2)

14 Mar 2026Bayer Leverkusen1 – 1Bayern München
1 Nov 2025Bayern München3 – 0Bayer Leverkusen

API data: 15 Mar 2026

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