Holstein Kiel vs. Bayer Leverkusen - prediction, live broadcast , lineups

Bayer Leverkusen on February 22, 2025, presents a compelling clash in the Bundesliga. Currently, Leverkusen sits in second place and is striving to maintain their title aspirations, while Kiel finds itself languishing at the bottom of the league table . The stakes are particularly high for Leverkusen, who must secure a victory to remain competitive in the title race. Conversely, Kiel is only one point away from safety but has struggled significantly with recent form, going winless in their last five matches .

Kiel were thoroughly outclassed last time out against Eintracht Frankfurt, with the Storks losing 3-1.

However, despite their current dire situation sitting at the bottom of the Bundesliga, Kiel are just a single point away from 16th placed Heidenheim, who currently occupy the relegation playoff place. 

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Marcel Rapp's side are winless in their last five, drawing two and losing three along the way. However, they boast a positive record in their last four matches at home. 

Holstein Kiel possible starting lineup: Weiner; Becker, Zec, Komenda; Ivezic, Gigovic, Remberg, Knudsen, Holtby; Harres, Machino

Bayer Leverkusen possible starting lineup: Hradecky; Tah, Tapsoba, Hincapie; Frimpong, Xhaka, Palacios, Grimaldo; Tella, Wirtz, Boniface

Holstein Kiel's defensive frailties have been evident throughout the season; they have conceded over two goals in twelve of their last thirteen matches . Additionally, they are grappling with numerous injury concerns that further complicate their situation. Key players such as Erras and Johansson will be absent from this crucial fixture. On the other hand, Bayer Leverkusen also contends with injuries but maintains a more robust overall performance record despite recent struggles away from home.

Predictions for this encounter lean heavily toward a Bayer Leverkusen victory. Analysts suggest a potential scoreline of 3-0 in favor of the visitors . While Holstein Kiel managed to secure a draw against Leverkusen earlier last season—ending that match at 2-2—the current form suggests that an upset is unlikely. As both teams prepare for this pivotal match-up without confirmed lineups or live broadcast details available yet , fans and analysts alike await what promises to be an intriguing contest.

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