In-depth Analysis
Currently in the Bundesliga 2025/26 season standings, Leverkusen sit 6th with 39 points, 6 points clear of Freiburg right behind them. Their immediate goal is to climb to 5th place, while also aiming to finish 4th to secure a spot in next season’s Champions League.
Leverkusen are only 4 points behind 4th-placed Stuttgart, making the upcoming matches crucial for applying pressure on the teams above. This round, they face Mainz, who sit 13th with 22 points. Mainz are under significant pressure, as they are only slightly above the relegation-threatened teams like St. Pauli (16 – 20 points) and Werder Bremen (17 – 19 points).
In terms of form, there isn’t a huge gap between Leverkusen and Mainz. However, home advantage will be key for Leverkusen, where they have won 6, drawn 2, and lost 2 matches this season. In contrast, Mainz struggle away from home, managing only 1 win, 1 draw, and 6 losses.
Leverkusen also hold the upper hand in head-to-head history. In the last 10 meetings with Mainz, they won 6, drew 2, and lost 2. When Mainz travel to Leverkusen, they have lost 7, drawn 1, and won only 2 in the last 10 encounters. Based on these stats, it is highly likely that the 3 points will stay with the home side, Leverkusen.