This week, the Europa League gets underway in Group G as Bayer Leverkusen looks set to overturn their misfortunes by hosting Ferencvaros. The match schedules for Thursday at the BayArena with a kickoff at 7:45 pm.
Both sides head into the clash on contrasting forms when it comes to their domestic leagues. The hosts come off a disappointing 4-3 loss to Borussia Dortmund. On the other hand, Ferencvaros picked up a 1-0 win over Budapest Honved in NB I.
Bayer Leverkusen suffered their first defeat in the Bundesliga in a thrilling encounter against Borussia Dortmund. Despite picking the defeat, it was a hard-fight match that could have gone either way.
Furthermore, Gerardo Seoane’s looks to build momentum in their Group G clashes in the Europa League. It is a good start to their campaign, with three wins and one draw in their opening five fixtures across all competitions. In addition, it is a high-scoring affair with 15 goals scored so far.
The side remains favourites to rise in as group winners. They only have one fixture against a Hungarian opposition in their history.
On the other hand, Ferencvaros secured a ticket to the Europa League after getting eliminated by Young Boys. It was a 6-2 aggregate loss that saw their exit from the Champions League. It marked the first time last season when the Green Eagles took part in Europe’s elite campaign.
Bayer Leverkusen vs. Ferencvaros Head to Head
Both sides are yet to face against each other and this marks their first clash. Here is a look at their previous encounters:
Home
- Bayer Leverkusen 3-4 Borussia Dortmund
- FC Augsburg 1-4 Bayer Leverkusen
- Bayer Leverkusen 4-0 Borussia M’gladbach
- FC Union Berlin 1-1 Bayern Leverkusen
- FC Lokomotive Leipzig 0-3 Bayer Leverkusen
Away
- Budapest Honved 0-1 Ferencvarosi
- TSC Backa Topola 2-1 Ferencvarosi
- Ferencvarosi 4-2 Debreceni VSC
- Ferencvarosi 2-3 Young Boys
- Young Boys 3-2 Ferencvarosi
Bayer Leverkusen Team News
Injury absentees at the camp this Thursday include Julian Baumgartlinger and Edmond Tapsoba with knee and ankle injuries, respectively. In addition, Fosu-Mensah will have to take a late fitness test before getting cleared. Attacking roles available include Paulinho, Wirtz, and Moussa Diaby.
Ferencvarosi Team News
Aissa Laidouni is unavailable after getting a red card during their Champions League clash with Young Boys. Franck Boli and Ryan Mmaee are in line to start this week.
Prediction and Odds
Despite picking a loss in their last fixture, Leverkusen is on high form and offer much-attacking output.
- Bayer Leverkusen Win
- Goals Under 3.5
- Diaby to Score
