The Matchday 28 Bundesliga clash between Heidenheim and Bayer will take place on April 5 at Voith-Arena. Heidenheim vs. Bayer: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Heidenheim
Frank Schmidt's side secured a victory against Wolfsburg in their last away match. Notably, this marks only the second time this season that Heidenheim has won two consecutive matches, and they are unbeaten in three games, setting a club record for the longest unbeaten run in the Bundesliga 2024/25. Additionally, Heidenheim kept a clean sheet for the first time in their last 11 league games. The team has risen to 16th place in the standings, reducing the gap to the safe 15th spot to three points.
- At home, the club has lost 7 of their last 9 Bundesliga matches (2 wins).
- Frank Schmidt's men have not scored more than one goal in 10 of their last 12 home league games.
- Heidenheim has conceded at least two goals in 7 of their last 9 home matches in this tournament.
Predicted lineup for Heidenheim (4-4-2)
Kevin Müller – Benedikt Gimber, Marnon Busch, Patrick Mainka, Tim Siersleben – Jan Schöppner, Adrian Beck, Niklas Dorsch, Frans Krätzig – Budu Zivzivadze, Marvin Pieringer.
Bayer
Leverkusen defeated Bochum 3-1 at home in their last match, securing their fourth win in the last five league games (1 loss). In all these victories, Bayer scored at least two goals. However, the team failed to keep a clean sheet for the 21st time in the Bundesliga 2024/25. Xabi Alonso's men continue to chase the leading Bayern, trailing by six points.
- The club scored first in 13 of their last 15 away league matches.
- Leverkusen is unbeaten in 30 away Bundesliga matches (22 wins, 8 draws).
- Bayer has conceded in 10 of their last 13 away games in this tournament.
Predicted lineup for Bayer (3-4-3)
Lukáš Hrádecký – Piero Hincapié, Jonathan Tah, Jeremie Frimpong – Nordi Mukiele, Granit Xhaka, Aleix García, Alejandro Grimaldo – Victor Boniface, Exequiel Palacios, Patrik Schick.
Midfielder Florian Wirtz and defender Mario Hermoso are sidelined with injuries.
Match Prediction: Heidenheim vs. Bayer
Frank Schmidt's squad is likely buoyed by their recent results. However, extending their unbeaten run will be challenging as they face the reigning champions, who are determined to stay in the title race. Additionally, Leverkusen will be eager to bounce back after their German Cup exit.
Bayer is the best away team in the Bundesliga 2024/25, boasting 8 wins (5 draws) and 30 goals scored. Xabi Alonso's men have failed to score in just one away game this season, scoring at least twice in 10 matches during this period. Moreover, they have defeated their upcoming opponents in three head-to-head encounters in this tournament, with an aggregate score of 11-4.
Heidenheim, on the other hand, has the fewest home points. Frank Schmidt's side has already suffered 9 home defeats (3 wins, 1 draw). The team's struggles largely stem from poor defensive performances, as they have conceded at least two goals in 7 of their last 9 home Bundesliga matches.
Considering these facts, my prediction: Bayer to win and Total Over 1.5
