Bayer 04 Leverkusen vs Borussia Dortmund, Bundesliga 2021-22 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
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Bayer 04 Leverkusen vs Borussia Dortmund — Bundesliga at BayArena.
- Bayer 04 Leverkusen 34 games · 59 pts (2025/26)
- Borussia Dortmund 34 games · 73 pts (2025/26)
Match Details
- Referee Christian Gittelmann
- Referee Mark Borsch
- Referee Daniel Siebert
- Referee Christian Dingert
- Referee Lasse Koslowski
- Referee Guido Winkmann
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | FC Bayern München | 34 | 89 |
| 2 | Borussia Dortmund | 34 | 73 |
| 3 | RB Leipzig | 34 | 65 |
| 4 | VfB Stuttgart | 34 | 62 |
| 5 | TSG 1899 Hoffenheim | 34 | 61 |
| 6 | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 34 | 59 |
| 7 | SC Freiburg | 34 | 47 |
| 8 | Eintracht Frankfurt | 34 | 44 |
| 9 | FC Augsburg | 34 | 43 |
| 10 | 1. FSV Mainz 05 | 34 | 40 |
| 11 | 1. FC Union Berlin | 34 | 39 |
| 12 | Borussia Monchengladbach | 34 | 38 |
| 13 | Hamburger SV | 34 | 38 |
| 14 | 1. FC Koln | 34 | 32 |
| 15 | SV Werder Bremen | 34 | 32 |
| 16 | VfL Wolfsburg | 34 | 29 |
| 17 | 1. FC Heidenheim 1846 | 34 | 26 |
| 18 | FC St. Pauli 1910 | 34 | 26 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Sep | Borussia Dortmund | H | 3–4 | L |
| 28 Aug | FC Augsburg | A | 4–1 | W |
| 21 Aug | Borussia Monchengladbach | H | 4–0 | W |
| 14 Aug | 1. FC Union Berlin | A | 1–1 | D |
| 07 Aug | 1. FC Lokomotive Leipzig | A | 3–0 | W |
| 22 May | Borussia Dortmund | A | 1–3 | L |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Sep | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | A | 4–3 | W |
| 27 Aug | TSG 1899 Hoffenheim | H | 3–2 | W |
| 21 Aug | SC Freiburg | A | 1–2 | L |
| 14 Aug | Eintracht Frankfurt | H | 5–2 | W |
| 07 Aug | SV Wehen Wiesbaden | A | 3–0 | W |
| 22 May | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | H | 3–1 | W |
Season Stats
| Bayer 04 Leverkusen | Borussia Dortmund | |
|---|---|---|
| #6 | Position | #2 |
| 59 | Points | 73 |
| 34 | Played | 34 |
| 17 / 8 / 9 | W / D / L | 22 / 7 / 5 |
| 68 | Scored | 70 |
| 47 | Conceded | 34 |
| +21 | GD | +36 |
| 1.74 | PPG | 2.15 |
| 50% | Win % | 65% |
Key Stats
71%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (17 games)
H2H (17 games)
65%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
24%
Clean Sheets
Bayer 04 Leverkusen this season
Bayer 04 Leverkusen this season
44%
Clean Sheets
Borussia Dortmund this season
Borussia Dortmund this season
Bayer 04 Leverkusen are 6th (59 pts). Borussia Dortmund are 2nd (73 pts).
Goal Timing (This Season)
Bayer 04 Leverkusen
0-15
2/2
16-30
2/1
31-45
4/3
46-60
2/1
61-75
2/1
76+
4/3
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Borussia Dortmund
0-15
2/1
16-30
–/–
31-45
3/2
46-60
1/–
61-75
1/–
76+
5/3
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Events
Match Events
- 0' The ball is rolling at BayArena. Bayer 04 Leverkusen are looking to make home advantage count against Borussia Dortmund.
- 5' It is a cagey affair so far. Bayer 04 Leverkusen in their trying to find a way past Borussia Dortmund's compact .
- 9' What composure from Florian Wirtz! The Germany international strokes it home. 1-0.
- 14' While there is no rush on the pitch, let’s have a look at some stats. Jeremie Frimpong made 410 appearances and scored 36 goals. He is very likely to score a goal today.
- 19' Supporters expect more eagerness from Paulinho, as he is very good at scoring at BayArena with 4 goals in the last 3 games.
- 21' The referee does not hesitate — a Yellow card for Thomas Meunier on 21 minutes.
- 26' The teams are not in a rush to score plenty of goals. It might look strange considering Bayer 04 Leverkusen that had 541 games and scored 751 goals.
- 31' The midfield battle is intense right now. Both Bayer 04 Leverkusen and Borussia Dortmund are fighting for every inch of the pitch.
- 36' Over 36 minutes have gone by without a meaningful attack. The supporters want more.
- 37' What an equalizer from Erling Haaland!
- 39' Jude Bellingham doubles the advantage! 1-2 and this game is slipping away from the opposition.
- 44' Borussia Dortmund come into this ranked in Array. They desperately need points to push themselves up the standings.
- 46' GOAL! Patrik Schick scores on 45. Assisted by Florian Wirtz
- 49' Julian Brandt has been a constant threat and now delivers with a goal on 49 minutes.
- 54' We are waiting for someone to take the initiative. Who will be the first to commit to attack?
- 55' Clinical. Composed. Brilliant. Moussa Diaby makes it 3-3.
- 60' It’s a booking for Bayer 04 Leverkusen player. Florian Wirtz gets a Yellow card.
- 63' The supporters are chanting for Amine Adli. He replaces Paulinho on 63 minute.
- 65' The whistle greets Axel Witsel as he departs to be replaced by Donyell Malen.
- 70' The referee does not hesitate — a Yellow card for Jeremie Frimpong on 70 minutes.
- 71' GOAL! Raphael Guerreiro scores on 71.
- 75' A moment of madness from Odilon Kossounou on 75 minutes earns him a Yellow card. Bayer 04 Leverkusen will be frustrated.
- 77' A stunning finish from Erling Haaland — that came from absolutely nowhere!
- 79' Fresh legs for Bayer 04 Leverkusen! Lucas Alario comes on to replace Patrik Schick.
- 83' The supporters are chanting for Mats Hummels. He replaces Marin Pongracic on 83 minute.
- 86' A meaty challenge results in booking for Moussa Diaby on 86.
- 89' Marius Wolf is ready to make an impact after coming on for Jude Bellingham at the 89 minute mark.
- 90' It’s gonna be a Yellow card for Marius Wolf.
- The referee blows the final whistle. Sensational lose for Bayer 04 Leverkusen.
Lineups
Bayer 04 Leverkusen Lineups
Starting XI
- 5
- 19
- 4
-
7
Paulinho ↓ Amine Adli 63'
- 1
- 10
- 8
-
14
Patrik Schick ↓ Lucas Alario 79'
- 30
- 27
- 6
Bench
- 22
-
13
Lucas Alario ↑ 79'
- 3
-
38
Karim Bellarabi ↑ 79'
- 11
- 40
- 25
-
31
Amine Adli ↑ 63'
Coach
Gerardo Seoane
Borussia Dortmund Lineups
Starting XI
- 24
- 19
- 11
- 16
- 8
- 13
-
28
Axel Witsel ↓ Donyell Malen 65'
- 1
-
34
Marin Pongracic ↓ Mats Hummels 83'
- 9
-
22
Jude Bellingham ↓ Marius Wolf 89'
Bench
-
21
Donyell Malen ↑ 65'
- 30
-
15
Mats Hummels ↑ 83'
- 35
-
39
Marius Wolf ↑ 89'
- 20
- 18
- 36
- –
Coach
Marco Rose
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Marco Reus | 5 |
| Erling Haaland | 4 |
| Moussa Diaby | 3 |
| Florian Wirtz | 3 |
| Jude Bellingham | 3 |
| Paco Alcacer | 3 |
| Kevin Volland | 3 |
| Patrik Schick | 3 |
Head to Head
Bayer 04 Leverkusen Form
2021-09-11
Bayer 04 Leverkusen
3–4
Borussia Dortmund
L
2021-08-28
FC Augsburg
1–4
Bayer 04 Leverkusen
W
2021-08-21
Bayer 04 Leverkusen
4–0
Borussia Monchengladbach
W
2021-08-14
1. FC Union Berlin
1–1
Bayer 04 Leverkusen
D
2021-08-07
1. FC Lokomotive Leipzig
0–3
Bayer 04 Leverkusen
W
2021-05-22
Borussia Dortmund
3–1
Bayer 04 Leverkusen
L
Borussia Dortmund Form
2021-09-11
Bayer 04 Leverkusen
3–4
Borussia Dortmund
W
2021-08-27
Borussia Dortmund
3–2
TSG 1899 Hoffenheim
W
2021-08-21
SC Freiburg
2–1
Borussia Dortmund
L
2021-08-14
Borussia Dortmund
5–2
Eintracht Frankfurt
W
2021-08-07
SV Wehen Wiesbaden
0–3
Borussia Dortmund
W
2021-05-22
Borussia Dortmund
3–1
Bayer 04 Leverkusen
W
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.97
Bayer 04 Leverkusen xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
2.26
Borussia Dortmund xG
I would bet for:
Over 2.5 goals 78% + Bayer 04 Leverkusen or Borussia Dortmund 76%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Borussia Dortmund win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 4.23
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 98% |
|
2% |
| ± 1.5 | 92% |
|
8% |
| ± 2.5 | 78% |
|
22% |
| ± 3.5 | 60% |
|
40% |
| ± 4.5 | 41% |
|
59% |
Double Chance
Bayer 04 Leverkusen or Draw
57%
Draw or Borussia Dortmund
66%
Bayer 04 Leverkusen or Borussia Dortmund
76%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Bayer 04 Leverkusen win at HT
Correct Score
✗ 3–4 not predicted3 – 4Actual
1 – 1
7.3%
1 – 2
7.2%
2 – 2
6.9%
2 – 1
6.3%
1 – 3
5.3%
2 – 3
5.2%
3 – 2
4.5%
3 – 1
4.1%
0 – 2
3.8%
3 – 3
3.4%
1 – 4
3%
2 – 4
3%
Asian Handicap — Bayer 04 Leverkusen
| Handicap | Bayer 04 Leverkusen covers | Push | Borussia Dortmund covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 8% | — | 92% |
| -2 | 8% | 10% | 81% |
| -1.5 | 19% | — | 81% |
| -1 | 19% | 16% | 66% |
| -0.5 | 34% | — | 66% |
| +0.5 | 55% | — | 45% |
| +1 | 55% | 18% | 27% |
| +1.5 | 73% | — | 27% |
| +2 | 73% | 13% | 13% |
| +2.5 | 87% | — | 13% |
Clean Sheet
Bayer 04 Leverkusen keeps clean sheet
11%
✓
Borussia Dortmund keeps clean sheet
15%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.

