Probable Lineups

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Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison

(87) 61 Goals 29 (43)
(70) 53 Assists 16 (28)
(6.9) 7.1 Average Ratings 6.7 (6.5)
26.5 Average Age 26.9
183.4 Average Height (cm) 183.8
(1.1) 1.5 Shots pg 0.9 (0.7)
(52%) 55% Aerial Duel Success 51% (50%)
(1) 0.7 Dribbles pg 0.5 (0.6)
(1.1) 0.9 Tackles pg 1 (1.3)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Bundesliga.

Missing Players

Leverkusen
Freiburg
Player Reason Status Rating
Arthur Out 6.92
Ayman Aourir Out N/A
Patrik Schick Doubtful 6.76
Player Reason Status Rating
Christian Günter Out 6.57
Daniel-Kofi Kyereh Doubtful N/A
Yannik Keitel Doubtful 6.51
Michael Gregoritsch Doubtful 6.77
Max Rosenfelder Doubtful N/A

Team News

Leverkusen
Freiburg
  • Ayman Aourir has a knee injury, while Patrik Schick is nearing a return to the squad after undergoing surgery after problems with his adductors.
  • Arthur will be out for several weeks after suffering a thigh injury while on international duty with the Brazil Olympic team.
  • Michael Gregoritsch has a calf injury, while Max Rosenfelder has a muscle injury.
  • Nicolas Höfler is available after suspension.
  • Daniel-Kofi Kyereh is on his way back from an ACL injury.
  • Captain Christian Günter has fractured his arm, while Yannik Keitel has adductor problems.

Prediction

  • Table toppers Leverkusen have scored at least twice in all their eight games in a club record start to the season under Xabi Alonso.
  • Freiburg are never to be underestimated and garnered four points off Leverkusen last season, including a 3-2 comeback victory.
  • Both sides are in action in the Europa League on Thursday, but while Leverkusen enjoy home comforts, Freiburg travel to Serbia to play the exotic sounding Backa Topola.
  • Goals can be expected at both ends in a comfortable home win.
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