In-depth Analysis
Leverkusen have suffered just 1 defeat in their last 10 domestic matches, showing that their form has remained fairly stable. Notably, in their most recent Bundesliga outing, they held league leaders Bayern Munich to a 1-1 draw, which further highlighted their quality and ability to compete against the strongest teams in the division.
With that performance, Leverkusen have every reason to head into this weekend’s away trip to Heidenheim with great confidence. Securing all three points at the Voith-Arena is a realistic target, especially as they still have a genuine chance to improve their position in the standings. Although they are currently 6th, the gap between Leverkusen and the top four is only 5 points, meaning their hopes of qualifying for next season’s Champions League are still very much alive.
In terms of overall quality and head-to-head record, Heidenheim are clearly not on the same level as Leverkusen, even with the advantage of playing at home. Statistics show that in the last 5 meetings between the two sides in the Bundesliga, Leverkusen have won all 5. Even more impressively, in the reverse fixture earlier this season, Kasper Hjulmand’s men crushed Heidenheim 6-0.
Not only are they inferior in head-to-head record, but Heidenheim are also in extremely poor form. The home side are currently on a 13-match winless run in the Bundesliga, including 3 draws and 10 defeats. That dreadful streak has left them rooted to the bottom of the table and edging ever closer to relegation.
Even their home ground has not provided much encouragement. According to the statistics, Heidenheim have managed just 2 wins in their last 17 home matches across all official competitions — a very poor return that offers little confidence ahead of this clash with Leverkusen.
With every key factor strongly favoring the visitors, it would be no surprise if Leverkusen continue their dominance and leave the Voith-Arena with all three points this weekend.