Germany League - Bundesliga Prediction Thread

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When Sancho made the assist, there was an avalanche of mockery of Ten Hag on Twitter and forums. For example: Sancho makes a goal pass - Ten Hag punching the air right now 
I hope this is not a one-time success for Sancho and he will continue to delight Dortmund fans. As for Ten Hag, he is now in an even more unpleasant situation than before - it will be quite difficult to justify to the management why a player was bad at United, but good at another club. Plus all this bullying and memes... maybe it will all end with him being fired simply for image reasons. United is a great club (historically) and turning into a circus club is unlikely to be in the plans of the owners.

Now when a player does not play well at Manchester United, they are able to play better in other teams after they move, is this a signal that the real problem at Manchester United lies with the coach? One of the players who feuded with Erik Ten Hag was Ronaldo, even he was not given much opportunity, but when he had a new team he could bring fresh air. This is like breaking all the assumptions that Ronaldo cannot be as expected.
I think Manchester United should start looking at this as something serious, because there are several similar incidents.
Borussia Dortmund's victory can actually be predicted beforehand, because the opponents they face are also not a strong and luxurious team. They did their job well in this match.

Ten Hag had the same case in Ajax - he got rid of a young player (unfortunately I don’t remember his last name) but that player then played as well as before. The facts show that Ten Hag is a conflicted asshole. In small teams this may work, but in big clubs there is no chance - there are many stars here and playing “I’m the boss” will lead to nothing but conflicts.
Meanwhile, Leipzig and Stuttgart lost points and Bayer and Bayern are ahead of everyone else even more (which, however, is not surprising given almost 90% of the points scored).

You nailed it when you said he is a conflicted asshole an I think this will prevent him from becoming a coaching legend like some of the others. He has never shown any intention to solve conflict. Instead he always tried to win the conflict and let the other person look like a loser. It's hard to say whether Ronaldo was to blame back then, but he was the most prominent example when ten Hag tried to demonstrate that he is the one who is in power.

Since we are in the Bundesliga thread here, I read some news that ten Hag was a potential coach for Dortmund when they were discussing whether to continue with Terzic or not. But I don't think they would do themselves a favor if they opted for ten Hag as a new coach.

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[laurenB7742]

Congratulations to Leverkusen for the autumn championship. Bayern Munich is currently the only team that poses a threat to Leverkusen. Stuttgart are at place 3 and have already a gap of 11 points to place 1. That ist is a comfortable lead for Leverksuen. Nevertheless, Leverkusen must not rest on their achievement so far. They won against Augsburg in the last minute and the next games will not be easy for Leverkusen.

Leverkusen is the only team battling Bayern Munich for this season's Bundesliga title. Leipzig and Dortmund are far behind Bayern Munich and Leverkusen. The title battle is essentially between Leverkusen and Munich.

Several players in Leverkusen's squad have suffered injuries. So I would say their performance is a bit slow now. As we saw against Augsburg, Leverkusen faced a lot of problems despite scoring just one goal. Despite their slow performance, the team is still strong and the players are confident. Also Xabi's match strategy is very good. So it seems that Leverkusen will be able to maintain their winning streak in the upcoming matches.

I look forward to watching Leverkusen's performance against Leipzig next week. The Leipzig team is very strong. Leverkusen are likely to drop points in this match if they don't play well.

It looks like Leipzig is also not as strong as expected because after all, in the last match Leipzig also lost at home by Eintracht Frankfurt with a score of 0-1. I think, even though the results were not optimal but ya, Leipzig should have scored a goal in the match against Eintracht Frankfurt yesterday . Therefore, playing against Bayer Leverkusen in the next Bundesliga match, I think there is no strong guarantee for Leipzig even though Leipzig are playing at home. Because, even though Leipzig played strongly, of course, Bayer Leverkusen still had a chance to withstand Lepzig's attack. Therefore, I think Bayer Leverkusen still has a chance to win and if they fail to win, of course a draw is still very possible.

Leipzig team has dropped points in the last two matches but this team is not weak at all. Leipzig have a pretty strong squad. The team is now fourth in the table. And importantly, Leipzig's defense is very strong. They conceded 18 goals in 17 matches. Leipzig have one of the strongest defenses in the Bundesliga. And since Leverkusen has several attacking players injured. So breaking down Leipzig's defense will be difficult for Leverkusen at the moment. This match is likely to be competitive.

[Xxmodded]

Bayer Leverkusen and Bayern Munich are flying alone especially after the defeat of Stuttgart against M'Gladbach. We are talking about 7 to 11 points difference between these teams.
Leverkusen didn't lose any match and they have only 3 draws and the Augsburg game was about to be the fourth if they didn't score a late goal. That match was kind of warning for Bayer Leverkusen and I think it came at time since their next games are hard. They will face Leipzig, M'Gladbach and Bayern Munich in the next four matches and these games will tell if they could lift the title or not!

Seems Bundesliga tittle race left Bayern Leverkusen and Bayern Munich both teams remaining 4 points left and Bayern have one match left, current with third standings team Stuttgart have left 7 points behind Bayern Munich has chance to make become 10 points left if win on postponed match. So far, Bayern Leverkusen is most promising team candidate winning Bundesliga tittle with Xabi Alonso success defend on top level performance with his team and success unbeaten until 17 matches in bundesliga.
Upcoming match, Bayern Leverkusen will face top fourth standings RB Leipzig and looks not easy for Leverkusen continue their four consecutives winning matches in La Liga because Leipzig want to secure champion league spot place.

[marcous]

Leverkusen continues to show good consistency in every match they play and against Augsburg yesterday, Leverkusen played well even though they were only able to score 1 goal.
Bayern actually has a big chance to overtake Leverkusen, they have a fairly narrow goal difference and if Leverkusen loses just 1 then Bayern will immediately take the top position, Bayern currently really hopes Leverkusen slips, we'll see how Leverkusen will be in the future, will they able to be consistent or they will even lose to a small team.

Bayer Leverkusen and Bayern Munich are flying alone especially after the defeat of Stuttgart against M'Gladbach. We are talking about 7 to 11 points difference between these teams.
Leverkusen didn't lose any match and they have only 3 draws and the Augsburg game was about to be the fourth if they didn't score a late goal. That match was kind of warning for Bayer Leverkusen and I think it came at time since their next games are hard. They will face Leipzig, M'Gladbach and Bayern Munich in the next four matches and these games will tell if they could lift the title or not!

Leverkusen will face three tough teams in their next five matches, in two Bundeliga competitions and the DFB Pokal. A period that will reveal who they really are, how strong they are, and how far they can maintain their unbeaten record. Believing that Xabi and his Armada will remain on track is reasonable, there is no worry whatsoever apart from the absence of his key players, Xabi will enter the real test.

Three of them are Leipzig and Bayern Munchen (Bundesliga) and Stuttgart (DPB Pokal). If they can overcome this challenge then Leverkusen chances of winning the trophy are very high, and we know that all the teams that will face Leverkusen are very motivated to break their record, especially Bayern .How hot Xabi hand is this season, who managed to polish the Leverkusen squad untouched with a single defeat. If Bayern can't be a stumbling block for them, then I'm sure Leverkusen will win the trophy this season.

We know that the competition for the Bundesliga trophy this season is only between Leverkusen and Bayern, and I think this competition will continue until the season ends. Meanwhile at DFB Pokal Leverkusen chances are quite big, if they manage to beat Stuttgart then their chance of winning the trophy is 80%, I don't see that the opponents in the semifinals and final are that tough. Overall, Xabi has the opportunity to present a trophy for his club this season, of course that is very good for his future managerial career.

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Leverkusen continues to show good consistency in every match they play and against Augsburg yesterday, Leverkusen played well even though they were only able to score 1 goal.
Bayern actually has a big chance to overtake Leverkusen, they have a fairly narrow goal difference and if Leverkusen loses just 1 then Bayern will immediately take the top position, Bayern currently really hopes Leverkusen slips, we'll see how Leverkusen will be in the future, will they able to be consistent or they will even lose to a small team.

Bayer Leverkusen and Bayern Munich are flying alone especially after the defeat of Stuttgart against M'Gladbach. We are talking about 7 to 11 points difference between these teams.
Leverkusen didn't lose any match and they have only 3 draws and the Augsburg game was about to be the fourth if they didn't score a late goal. That match was kind of warning for Bayer Leverkusen and I think it came at time since their next games are hard. They will face Leipzig, M'Gladbach and Bayern Munich in the next four matches and these games will tell if they could lift the title or not!

Yes indeed, the match against Augsburg almost ended in a draw because after all, the goal for Bayer Leverkusen also just came in the 90+3rd minute and ya, it was a late goal and took a lot of effort to get. It's also possible that the fact that Bayer Leverkusen's goal machine Victor Boniface is still injured has had a big impact on Bayer Leverkusen's attack . Because ya, if the problem is in that factor, then at least it will make Bayer Leverkusen will also slip later when playing against stronger teams. Therefore, there is still no definite guarantee for Bayer Leverkusen to be able to maintain the top position of the Bundesliga standings, because at least a decline in performance can happen at any time.

[Pesona1]

Yes indeed, the match against Augsburg almost ended in a draw because after all, the goal for Bayer Leverkusen also just came in the 90+3rd minute and ya, it was a late goal and took a lot of effort to get. It's also possible that the fact that Bayer Leverkusen's goal machine Victor Boniface is still injured has had a big impact on Bayer Leverkusen's attack . Because ya, if the problem is in that factor, then at least it will make Bayer Leverkusen will also slip later when playing against stronger teams. Therefore, there is still no definite guarantee for Bayer Leverkusen to be able to maintain the top position of the Bundesliga standings, because at least a decline in performance can happen at any time.

You see Leverkusen late goal against Augburg as luck, but for me it is a goal that is the result of hard work and also the never give up spirit that Leverkusen has, the 0-1 win against Augsburg makes Leverkusen position quite safe at the moment and like you, I also suspect that the title competition will only occur between Bayer Munich and Leverkusen until the end of the season, the injury suffered by Victor Boniface is a loss for Leverkusen but so far Leverkusen still has quite good replacement players, I think at this time apart from player injuries, absences Players who are playing in the African Cup can of course be the reason for the worsening performance of a team such as Leverkusen or other team.

[W Jr.]

Bayern Munich's flawless performance against Hoffenheim yesterday was expected if you ask me because they've been absolutely consistent this season in the German Bundesliga. The only club that's been more consistent than them is Bayer Leverkusen but with the current world class players and quality players at the club, I think they are likely to go past Bayer Leverkusen in the league table before the end of the season even when I also know it'll be very difficult to achieve.

Hoffenheim yesterday did not really give Bayern Munich much issues in that match as the German champions had chances of even adding more goals to what they actually scored already. Bayern Munich manager was only able to win the league title last season and was humiliated by Manchester City in the quarter finals of the UEFA champions league competition but this season, he actually wants to prove the club management that he's capable of doing better than he did last season by not just winning the league but also going past where they were eliminated from the UEFA champions league last season. Hopefully, Bayern Munich will have a better season than what they had last season

Leverkusen continues to show good consistency in every match they play and against Augsburg yesterday, Leverkusen played well even though they were only able to score 1 goal.
Bayern actually has a big chance to overtake Leverkusen, they have a fairly narrow goal difference and if Leverkusen loses just 1 then Bayern will immediately take the top position, Bayern currently really hopes Leverkusen slips, we'll see how Leverkusen will be in the future, will they able to be consistent or they will even lose to a small team.

Leverkusen's performance continues. They continue to play successfully. This year must have been a dream come true for Xabi. It looks like this race between Bayer Leverkusen and Bayern Munich will continue until the end of the season. Bayern Munich is the team that has an advantage in long-term matches due to its squad quality and abundance of players, but Bayer Leverkusen's great form this year does not seem to be temporary.

[Die_empty]

Yes indeed, the match against Augsburg almost ended in a draw because after all, the goal for Bayer Leverkusen also just came in the 90+3rd minute and ya, it was a late goal and took a lot of effort to get. It's also possible that the fact that Bayer Leverkusen's goal machine Victor Boniface is still injured has had a big impact on Bayer Leverkusen's attack . Because ya, if the problem is in that factor, then at least it will make Bayer Leverkusen will also slip later when playing against stronger teams. Therefore, there is still no definite guarantee for Bayer Leverkusen to be able to maintain the top position of the Bundesliga standings, because at least a decline in performance can happen at any time.

You see Leverkusen late goal against Augburg as luck, but for me it is a goal that is the result of hard work and also the never give up spirit that Leverkusen has, the 0-1 win against Augsburg makes Leverkusen position quite safe at the moment and like you, I also suspect that the title competition will only occur between Bayer Munich and Leverkusen until the end of the season, the injury suffered by Victor Boniface is a loss for Leverkusen but so far Leverkusen still has quite good replacement players, I think at this time apart from player injuries, absences Players who are playing in the African Cup can of course be the reason for the worsening performance of a team such as Leverkusen or other team.

The win came because of luck and hard work. Augsburg defended almost to the end but they just ran out of luck at the dying moment of the match. I don't blame them much because the pressure was too much. After all, Leverkusen has a very good attacking side. Xabier Alonso will have to manage with the players at his disposal until they come out of injuries and the Nations Cup comes to an end. Exequiel Palacios is the hero of the game and has helped Leverkusen gain four points more than Bayern Munich. And if Bayern fails to win their outstanding match against Werder, the Xabi side will keep enjoying the four-point lead boasting the chances of lifting the Bundesliga.   

[Chilwell]

Bayern Munich's flawless performance against Hoffenheim yesterday was expected if you ask me because they've been absolutely consistent this season in the German Bundesliga. The only club that's been more consistent than them is Bayer Leverkusen but with the current world class players and quality players at the club, I think they are likely to go past Bayer Leverkusen in the league table before the end of the season even when I also know it'll be very difficult to achieve.

Hoffenheim yesterday did not really give Bayern Munich much issues in that match as the German champions had chances of even adding more goals to what they actually scored already. Bayern Munich manager was only able to win the league title last season and was humiliated by Manchester City in the quarter finals of the UEFA champions league competition but this season, he actually wants to prove the club management that he's capable of doing better than he did last season by not just winning the league but also going past where they were eliminated from the UEFA champions league last season. Hopefully, Bayern Munich will have a better season than what they had last season

Leverkusen continues to show good consistency in every match they play and against Augsburg yesterday, Leverkusen played well even though they were only able to score 1 goal.
Bayern actually has a big chance to overtake Leverkusen, they have a fairly narrow goal difference and if Leverkusen loses just 1 then Bayern will immediately take the top position, Bayern currently really hopes Leverkusen slips, we'll see how Leverkusen will be in the future, will they able to be consistent or they will even lose to a small team.

Leverkusen's performance continues. They continue to play successfully. This year must have been a dream come true for Xabi. It looks like this race between Bayer Leverkusen and Bayern Munich will continue until the end of the season. Bayern Munich is the team that has an advantage in long-term matches due to its squad quality and abundance of players, but Bayer Leverkusen's great form this year does not seem to be temporary.

I really agree with you that their performance this season is actually not temporary, because of their consistency in their previous matches which shows how prepared they are, Bayer Leverkusen still have more chances of winning German Bundesliga title because even though Bayern Munich win their outstanding match they can't over throne Bayer Leverkusen because their is still one point different, the only challenge that I think Bayer Leverkusen will face now is Leipzig and Bayern Munich, if they can win this two teams their chances of winning German Bundesliga 90% and this matches are involved in their next five games, so they have huge battle ahead of them.

[puloweh555]

Leverkusen continues to show good consistency in every match they play and against Augsburg yesterday, Leverkusen played well even though they were only able to score 1 goal.
Bayern actually has a big chance to overtake Leverkusen, they have a fairly narrow goal difference and if Leverkusen loses just 1 then Bayern will immediately take the top position, Bayern currently really hopes Leverkusen slips, we'll see how Leverkusen will be in the future, will they able to be consistent or they will even lose to a small team.

Now the number of goals is not that important for Bayern Leverkusen, what is important is that they can win every match, they can score one goal as long as they can get three points, this is Xabi Alanso's hope. For me, coaches like Alonso, Kloop, Guardiola, Ancelotti are the top coaches currently in my opinion, because they are able and successful in implementing the game system as desired. Remember, no matter how good the composition of players in the team is, if the coach himself cannot determine schemes and tactics that suit his component players, then the team will slip or fall. Many have happened, such as Man United, Newcastle, AC Milan, Chelsea.

Indeed, Xabi's tough task this season will be in the February - March period, because this will really test Leverkusen's consistency. If they consistently win, the opportunity to break Bayern Munich's dominance is wide open for Bayern Leverkusen to win the Bundesliga title for the first time.

[bestcoins1]

Leipzig team has dropped points in the last two matches but this team is not weak at all. Leipzig have a pretty strong squad. The team is now fourth in the table. And importantly, Leipzig's defense is very strong. They conceded 18 goals in 17 matches. Leipzig have one of the strongest defenses in the Bundesliga. And since Leverkusen has several attacking players injured. So breaking down Leipzig's defense will be difficult for Leverkusen at the moment. This match is likely to be competitive.

It is very possible that the match between the two teams will be very competitive, because Bayer Leverkusen also does not want to lose in this away match. So that Leverkusen can continue to maintain itself at the top of the Bundesliga standings and for matters such as injured players in its front line. Of course, Leverkusen will look for ways to choose more appropriate replacements so that their squad doesn't immediately become weak just because their main player is injured.

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Yes indeed, the match against Augsburg almost ended in a draw because after all, the goal for Bayer Leverkusen also just came in the 90+3rd minute and ya, it was a late goal and took a lot of effort to get. It's also possible that the fact that Bayer Leverkusen's goal machine Victor Boniface is still injured has had a big impact on Bayer Leverkusen's attack . Because ya, if the problem is in that factor, then at least it will make Bayer Leverkusen will also slip later when playing against stronger teams. Therefore, there is still no definite guarantee for Bayer Leverkusen to be able to maintain the top position of the Bundesliga standings, because at least a decline in performance can happen at any time.

Augsburg's defence in this match was really very good and Leverkusen had a little difficulty in attacking because of the tight defence provided by Augsburg in this match but indeed Leverkusen's hard work finally paid off because Palacios' goal at 90+4 really started from mature cooperation and in my opinion it was a very good goal because it started from good cooperation between Leverkusen players.

With this result, they are still very superior with a gap of 4 points because Bayern still haven't played 1 of their matches.
This is really quite good for Leverkusen because they have to maintain the same consistency like this so that Bayern's impressive performance in pursuing the points gap can still be dampened with 3 points always achieved by Leverkusen.

[TopT3ns]

Leverkusen continues to show good consistency in every match they play and against Augsburg yesterday, Leverkusen played well even though they were only able to score 1 goal.
Bayern actually has a big chance to overtake Leverkusen, they have a fairly narrow goal difference and if Leverkusen loses just 1 then Bayern will immediately take the top position, Bayern currently really hopes Leverkusen slips, we'll see how Leverkusen will be in the future, will they able to be consistent or they will even lose to a small team.

At least Leverkusen still maintains its position at the top of the standings. Leverkusen plays relaxed because, for him, Augsburg is a team that is easy to beat. Leverkusen also seems to be saving its energy so that something or unwanted things don't happen because it is actually maintaining its position to stay in the winning position. The first is very difficult to do, therefore Leverkusen played very carefully.

[laurenB7742]

Leipzig team has dropped points in the last two matches but this team is not weak at all. Leipzig have a pretty strong squad. The team is now fourth in the table. And importantly, Leipzig's defense is very strong. They conceded 18 goals in 17 matches. Leipzig have one of the strongest defenses in the Bundesliga. And since Leverkusen has several attacking players injured. So breaking down Leipzig's defense will be difficult for Leverkusen at the moment. This match is likely to be competitive.

It is very possible that the match between the two teams will be very competitive, because Bayer Leverkusen also does not want to lose in this away match. So that Leverkusen can continue to maintain itself at the top of the Bundesliga standings and for matters such as injured players in its front line. Of course, Leverkusen will look for ways to choose more appropriate replacements so that their squad doesn't immediately become weak just because their main player is injured.

Leipzig team is strong in home matches. Despite losing 1-0 against Frankfurt in their last home match, their performance was very good, and Leipzig had won their previous four home matches. So Leverkusen will have to play very carefully if they want to secure the three points. Leipzig's attack is also quite strong. They scored 38 goals in 17 matches. If Leverkusen's defense makes a mistake in this match, Leipzig's players will take advantage of this opportunity. I would say 50-50 for both teams to win this match. Although Leverkusen are top of the table, they cannot be considered favourites. Leverkusen has the possibility of losing points in this match.

[Dickiy]

Yes indeed, the match against Augsburg almost ended in a draw because after all, the goal for Bayer Leverkusen also just came in the 90+3rd minute and ya, it was a late goal and took a lot of effort to get. It's also possible that the fact that Bayer Leverkusen's goal machine Victor Boniface is still injured has had a big impact on Bayer Leverkusen's attack . Because ya, if the problem is in that factor, then at least it will make Bayer Leverkusen will also slip later when playing against stronger teams. Therefore, there is still no definite guarantee for Bayer Leverkusen to be able to maintain the top position of the Bundesliga standings, because at least a decline in performance can happen at any time.

You see Leverkusen late goal against Augburg as luck, but for me it is a goal that is the result of hard work and also the never give up spirit that Leverkusen has, the 0-1 win against Augsburg makes Leverkusen position quite safe at the moment and like you, I also suspect that the title competition will only occur between Bayer Munich and Leverkusen until the end of the season, the injury suffered by Victor Boniface is a loss for Leverkusen but so far Leverkusen still has quite good replacement players, I think at this time apart from player injuries, absences Players who are playing in the African Cup can of course be the reason for the worsening performance of a team such as Leverkusen or other team.

Regarding Victor Boniface injury, I also feel this is a loss, but back to Xabi Alonso because while at Leverkusen he has emphasized individual player improvement so that he still has a viable replacement option. At least I don't think Xabi will be too worried about dropping points. After securing their position at the top of the standings from Bayern Munich, the point difference is quite narrow namely 4 points. The victory over Augsburg is very beneficial for Leverkusen, next they will face RB Leipzig, a quite troublesome opponent who will definitely not easily get 3 points in that match.

[mamesso]

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At least Leverkusen still maintains its position at the top of the standings. Leverkusen plays relaxed because, for him, Augsburg is a team that is easy to beat. Leverkusen also seems to be saving its energy so that something or unwanted things don't happen because it is actually maintaining its position to stay in the winning position. The first is very difficult to do, therefore Leverkusen played very carefully.

Even though they managed to dominate throughout the 90 minutes, it was not easy for Bayer Leverkusen to get three points at Augsburg headquarters. Several attacks launched by Leverkusen players were thwarted by Finn Dahmen, he appeared strong under the crossbar by thwarting five shots on goal. Leverkusen had to fight until the final minute to win, Finn Dahmen, who was Augsburg's last wall of defense, was unable to thwart the ball heading towards his goal after Exequiel Palacios volleyed after receiving a pass from Grimaldo.

The victory at Augsburg headquarters means that the team coached by Xabi Alonso is still comfortable at the top of the standings, Leverkusen continues to keep its distance from Bayern Munich who sits in second place with 41 points from 16 matches. The Big Match in the Bundesliga will take place on February 11, Leverkusen will have strong guests who will be their rivals in the fight for the title, this game is very decisive for both teams, if Leverkusen manages to win the match, it will be difficult for Bayern Munich to catch up on the points deficit from the top of the standings.

[rendravolt]

Regarding Victor Boniface injury, I also feel this is a loss, but back to Xabi Alonso because while at Leverkusen he has emphasized individual player improvement so that he still has a viable replacement option. At least I don't think Xabi will be too worried about dropping points. After securing their position at the top of the standings from Bayern Munich, the point difference is quite narrow namely 4 points. The victory over Augsburg is very beneficial for Leverkusen, next they will face RB Leipzig, a quite troublesome opponent who will definitely not easily get 3 points in that match.

Usually Leverkusen will win convincingly without even having to bother fighting until the last minute. They usually win with certainty and can even lead by a 2 goal difference but what we saw against a weak team like Augsburg was that they really struggled. Maybe Boniface's absence due to injury was quite influential in getting a definite victory but I think this is just how the players can adapt without having a main striker in their attack line.

I think a 4 point lead over Bayern Munich is still quite better than just a 1 point difference because that will make Leverkusen even more cornered. On the other hand, against Leipzig this week will be the next stumbling block for Leverkusen and I think even if they win it will be lucky because Leipzig won't let Leverkusen steal points at home and they also don't want to keep losing like the previous match.

[Strongkored]

I think a 4 point lead over Bayern Munich is still quite better than just a 1 point difference because that will make Leverkusen even more cornered. On the other hand, against Leipzig this week will be the next stumbling block for Leverkusen and I think even if they win it will be lucky because Leipzig won't let Leverkusen steal points at home and they also don't want to keep losing like the previous match.

This is a big match for this week, all possibilities are very possible because the defeat of Frankfurt will make Leipzig even more alert and try not to lose points in this match, because it will open up opportunities for their points to be equalized by Dortmund because Dortmund will face Koln, one of the teams that are candidates for relegation.
Bayer Leverkusen must immediately recover from the match against Augsburg where they have high difficulties to be able to get a victory because Leipzig has a different strength from Augsburg and is very likely to disrupt their current achievement, because a draw will be very beneficial for Bayern Munich, and usually Bayer Leverkusen is able to face difficult matches well but without their main striker there will be doubts, and it takes Xabi Alonso's intelligence to find a way to bring his team to win this big match.

[klidex]

Regarding Victor Boniface injury, I also feel this is a loss, but back to Xabi Alonso because while at Leverkusen he has emphasized individual player improvement so that he still has a viable replacement option. At least I don't think Xabi will be too worried about dropping points. After securing their position at the top of the standings from Bayern Munich, the point difference is quite narrow namely 4 points. The victory over Augsburg is very beneficial for Leverkusen, next they will face RB Leipzig, a quite troublesome opponent who will definitely not easily get 3 points in that match.

Usually Leverkusen will win convincingly without even having to bother fighting until the last minute. They usually win with certainty and can even lead by a 2 goal difference but what we saw against a weak team like Augsburg was that they really struggled. Maybe Boniface's absence due to injury was quite influential in getting a definite victory but I think this is just how the players can adapt without having a main striker in their attack line.

I think a 4 point lead over Bayern Munich is still quite better than just a 1 point difference because that will make Leverkusen even more cornered. On the other hand, against Leipzig this week will be the next stumbling block for Leverkusen and I think even if they win it will be lucky because Leipzig won't let Leverkusen steal points at home and they also don't want to keep losing like the previous match.

Yes, Leverkusen seemed to have difficulty winning in their last match against Augsburg. Leverkusen maintained a very tight defense so as not to concede and that was indeed successfull, but they were only able to create goals opportunities almost towards the end of the match so we can judge if Leverkusen seemed to have difficulty creating goal opportunities without their mainstay striker, Victor Boniface, even so, Xabi Alonso is still trying to maintain the stability of his players so that the players continues to work optimally.

The difference of 4 points is a very small difference because Bayern Munich still has 1 match left. If Bayern Munich has played that match, the points difference will be smaller and Leverkusen will still feel pressured, and the next match will be quite a tough match to get the full 3 points. Leipzig is not a weak club, I predicts the match will be a draw and Leverkusen will take home 1 point in the match.

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Yes, Leverkusen seemed to have difficulty winning in their last match against Augsburg. Leverkusen maintained a very tight defense so as not to concede and that was indeed successfull, but they were only able to create goals opportunities almost towards the end of the match so we can judge if Leverkusen seemed to have difficulty creating goal opportunities without their mainstay striker, Victor Boniface, even so, Xabi Alonso is still trying to maintain the stability of his players so that the players continues to work optimally.

The difference of 4 points is a very small difference because Bayern Munich still has 1 match left. If Bayern Munich has played that match, the points difference will be smaller and Leverkusen will still feel pressured, and the next match will be quite a tough match to get the full 3 points. Leipzig is not a weak club, I predicts the match will be a draw and Leverkusen will take home 1 point in the match.

Augsburg provided fairly balanced resistance against Leverkusen so that Xabi Alonso's men had difficulty finding space to score goals. Augsburg managed to hold Leverkusen until the second half ended, but they conceded in stoppage time so Polacios managed to take advantage of the opportunity to score in the extra minute and Leverkusen could get full points from this dramatic match.

The difference between one point is more precise because Bayern Munich hasn't played his last match so Bayern Munich has a much greater chance. Leverkusen must maintain victory in every match because if it fails Bayern Munich will take over the first position of the standings. It looks difficult, but nothing is impossible as far as Leverkusen does in the Bundesliga and they have to struggle to remain calm.