Tough nut to crack
Wolfsburg have won four of the last five games against Leverkusen – only the most recent meeting on 1 April 2016 saw the Werkself run out 3-0 winners at home. On their own turf, the Wolves have won the last six competitive matches against Leverkusen and they have come out on top in 15 of 20 home fixtures against Bayer 04 in the Bundesliga and the DFB Cup (plus one draw and four defeats, the last one a 3-2 reverse in October 2010).
Goals very likely
In the last 13 competitive games at Wolfsburg both teams have scored at least once and there has been an average of four goals per game.
Leverkusen have scored at least one goal in the last 28 competitive games against VfL. The last time Bayer 04 failed to score at Wolfsburg was in a 2-0 defeat in October 2002.
Favourite opponents
Stefan Kießling has played VfL Wolfsburg 22 times in his Bundesliga career scoring 11 goals along the way. In the top flight he is only scored more goals against VfB Stuttgart (14 in 21 games).
Chicharito has scored five of Bayer 04's last seven Bundesliga goals. In his two league games against Wolfsburg in 2015/16 the Mexican was directly involved in three of the four Leverkusen goals (two goals, one assist).
Calling all Bayer 04 fans: The Werkself will play Pisa SC, newly promoted to Serie A, at the BayArena as part of the season opener. The clash with the club from Tuscany is on Tuesday, 5 August with the kick-off at 18:00 CET. Entrance to the stadium with a wide range of entertainment provided is possible from 15:00 CEST. Read on for information on ticket sales for the season opener.
Show moreBayer 04 Leverkusen have signed the 17-year-old forward Dustin Buck. The Germany youth international joins from the youth set-up at FC Augsburg. The technically gifted and fast attacker will strengthen the Werkself U19 squad.
Show moreA great night for 'Calle': Bayer 04 new signing Carlotta Wamser helped Germany to an opening win in the Women's Euro in Switzerland with an impressive performance. After coming on as a substitute in the 2-0 victory over Poland in Group C, the winger provided an assist and helped set up the second goal. The 21-year-old earned great praise from her coach and teammates in her first tournament match.
Show moreA new look and new kit supplier for the 2025/26 campaign: Bayer 04 in tandem with sports equipment manufacturer New Balance present the official kit for the Leverkusen eSports players the coming season. New partner Sinology appears on the top right of the jersey. Menswear outfitters Lerros is still the main eSports sponsor and Niedax remains the sleeve partner. The jersey is available now from the Bayer 04 online shop and the Fanwelt.
Show moreThe Werkself will welcome Serie A newcomers Pisa SC to the BayArena for a friendly on Tuesday, 5 August (kick-off: 18:00 CEST / stadium opens: 15:00) as part of the season opener celebrations. Bayer 04 will offer fans a lively and varied supporting programme on the stadium concourse. Ahead of kick-off, both the men's and women's senior squads will be introduced on the pitch.
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