Probable Lineups

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Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison

(20) 18 Goals 8 (12)
(13) 10 Assists 5 (8)
(6.6) 6.9 Average Ratings 6.5 (6.4)
26.7 Average Age 26.2
184.5 Average Height (cm) 184.6
(1.3) 1.7 Shots pg 0.7 (0.8)
(55%) 57% Aerial Duel Success 51% (51%)
(0.8) 0.7 Dribbles pg 0.5 (0.5)
(1.1) 0.9 Tackles pg 1.1 (1.3)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Bundesliga.

Missing Players

Leverkusen
Holstein Kiel
No missing players.
Player Reason Status Rating
Colin Kleine-Bekel Out N/A
Steven Skrzybski Doubtful 6.66
Alexander Bernhardsson Doubtful 6.48
Andu Kelati Doubtful 6.13

Team News

Leverkusen
Holstein Kiel
  • Barring late injuries, Xabi Alonso should have a full strength squad at his disposal.
  • Steven Skrzybski is nearing a return from a calf injury. Colin Kleine-Bekel is coming back from an ACL injury, while Alexander Bernhardsson is struggling with a thigh injury. Andu Kelati is battling knee pain.

Prediction

  • It's from one extreme to the other for Leverkusen from European giants AC Milan to promoted Holstein Kiel who have all week to prepare.
  • Bottom club Kiel, German champions in 1912, have picked up just a single point at fellow strugglers Bochum.
  • After relinquishing their unbeaten record after 35 games, Xabi Alonso's record-breaking champions will be keen to launch another long unbeaten run and can get the job done here with the minimum of fuss.
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