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Florian Wirtz - Creative in loss Wirtz had two shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and three chances created in Tuesday's 4-0 defeat against Liverpool.

Impact Wirtz may not have gotten on the scoresheet during Tuesday's clash, but he did produce some nice creativity throughout. The attacking midfielder nearly set up a few goals and looked to be the best player on the pitch throughout for the visitors. Wirtz will be a key part of everything going forward in the attack moving forward, despite this tough result.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Xabi Alonso Lifts Lid On Liverpool Job Claims Ahead Of Bayer Leverkusen Clash Xabi Alonso has opened up the vacant Liverpool job after Jurgen Klopp decided to step down earlier this year. The Bayer Leverkusen manager w...

NOVEMBER 5 • SI.COM

Where to watch Liverpool vs. Bayer Leverkusen live stream, TV channel, lineups, prediction for Champions League match | Sporting News Liverpool vs. Bayer Leverkusen kickoff time: Here’s how to watch the Champions League match on TV and live stream as well as the latest team...

NOVEMBER 5 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Liverpool Predicted Lineup vs. Bayer Leverkusen: Champions League Liverpool can remain perfect in the 2024–25 Champions League with a victory over Xabi Alonso's Bayer Leverkusen on Nov. 5.

NOVEMBER 5 • SI.COM

Liverpool vs. Bayer Leverkusen odds, picks and predictions Liverpool (3 wins, 0 draws, 0 losses) welcome Bayer Leverkusen (2-1-0) to Anfield Tuesday for a UEFA Champions League battle. Kickoff is set...

NOVEMBER 5 • AZCENTRAL.COM

Defending champion Leverkusen to face Bayern in third round of German Cup

Defending champion Bayer Leverkusen will play at Bayern Munich in the third round of the German Cup, while Sunday’s draw has also pitted Leipzig against Eintracht Frankfurt

NOVEMBER 3 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Nordi Mukiele - Out until after break Mukiele suffered a muscle injury in his thigh and will miss the next two matches, according to his club.

Impact Mukiele has received unfortunate news following his early exit from Friday's match, with the defender set to miss the next two matches due to the issues. This will leave him out until after the international break, giving him plenty of time to recover and likely be fully fit when the club returns to action. This will likely move Jeremy Frimpong back to the right of the midfield, while Martin Terrier (undisclosed) or Jonas Hoffman move into the attacking part of the midfield.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Bayer Leverkusen misses chances in a 0-0 with Stuttgart in Bundesliga

Bayer Leverkusen did everything except score in a lively 0-0 draw with Stuttgart in the Bundesliga ahead of Champions League games for both next week

NOVEMBER 1 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Lukas Hradecky - Single save Friday Hradecky had one save and allowed zero goals in Friday's 0-0 draw against VfB Stuttgart.

Impact Hradecky faced one shot and stopped one shot during Friday's win. The goalkeeper has been rock solid, as always, and continues to produce solid results behind an excellent defense. He isn't going to face enough shots for major upside, but when called upon he's a more than passable option. Hradecky will be tested before the November international break, especially against Liverpool in the Champions League.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Nordi Mukiele - Brought off injured Mukiele was subbed off due to injury in the 54th minute of Friday's 0-0 draw against VfB Stuttgart. He registered one tackle (zero won), one clearance and one interception before e...

Impact Mukiele was busy defensively before coming off with the injury Friday. He hasn't been a major starter with Leverkusen, but he has far more chance to play than he did with PSG. With Leverkusen building in all competitions Mukiele should have plenty of minutes in the coming weeks if he can get fit.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Granit Xhaka - Solid in midfield Xhaka recorded one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Friday's 0-0 draw versus VfB Stuttgart. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 51st minute.

Impact Xhaka created a pair of chances and marshalled the midfield throughout Friday's draw, showing his ability on both sides of the ball. He might not be a major offensive contributor, but he does link the team together and he can piled on contributions going forward when needed. Xhaka is one of the most consistent starters for the reigning champions.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Robert Andrich - Two shots Friday Andrich registered two shots (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Friday's 0-0 draw against VfB Stuttgart. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 30th minute.

Impact Andrich took a pair of shots from holding midfield during Friday's clash, while also seeing yellow in the first half. The midfielder skated by on the yellow for the rest of the match, putting together a decent all-around showing. Andrich will continue to form a nice partnership with Granit Xhaka against top opponents, with limited offensive upside.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Martin Terrier - Left off team sheet Terrier was left off the team sheet for Friday's match against Stuttgart.

Impact Terrier had no prior notice of an injury but has been left out for Friday's match, with the attacker not making the team sheet. It is unknown if this is for rest with a busy schedule this season, although that would be odd with a tougher opponent to face Friday. More should be available following the match, with Nordi Mukiele coming into the starting XI in his place while Jeremy Frimpong moves into Terrier's spot.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Xabi Alonso back at Real Madrid?! Former midfielder 'expected' to replace Carlo Ancelotti next summer after Bayer Leverkusen heroics | Goal.com US Xabi Alonso has been tipped to replace Carlo Ancelotti next summer at Real Madrid after proving his mettle with Bayer Leverkusen last season...

OCTOBER 31 • GOAL.COM

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OCTOBER 26 • YOUTUBE

Lukas Hradecky - Six saves in draw Hradecky allowed two goals while making six saves during Saturday's 2-2 draw with Werder Bremen.

Impact Hradecky allowed two second half goals including the game tying goal in the 90th minute. The keeper has allowed five goals while making nine saves over his last three Bundesliga starts.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Victor Boniface - Opens the scoring Saturday Boniface scored a goal while taking three shots (two on goal) during Saturday's 2-2 draw with Werder Bremen.

Impact Boniface found the back of the net in the 30th minute to open the scoring in the match while leading Leverkusen with three shots. Boniface has a goal in three straight Bundesliga matches to go along with 15 shots and four chances created during that timespan.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Jeremie Frimpong - Provides assist Sunday Frimpong had an assist while crossing three times inaccurately and creating three chances during Saturday's 2-2 draw with Werder Bremen.

Impact Frimpong set up Victor Boniface in the 30th minute while also providing the ball that was put into the back of the net by Felix Agu for an own goal in the 77th. The assist was the first since September for Frimpong who led Leverkusen with three chances created in the match.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Victor Boniface - Leading the line Saturday Boniface (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Werder Bremen.

Impact Boniface is good to go after sitting out mid week Champions League action due to minor injuries suffered in a car crash last weekend. The forward has scored in three straight matches in all competitions as the locked in starter when fit.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Victor Boniface - Late test for Saturday Boniface (undisclosed) is set to be a late fitness test ahead of Saturday's trip to Werder Bremen, per manager Xabi Alonso. "We will decide after the final training session whether...

Impact Boniface was forced to miss the clash with Barcelona after getting into a car crash. Though the details of the incident is unclear, it looks like the injuries suffered were nothing serious and will be a late fitness test for Saturday. He's an essential part of the attack for Bayer, scoring six goals with an assist while totaling 29 shots (15 on target) in seven contests.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Amine Adli - Won't return in 2024 Adli suffered a fractured left fibula during Wednesday's draw against Brest and is not expected to return until January 2025 at the earliest, the club announced Thursday.

Impact Adli had recorded three starts in 10 appearances with Leverkusen this season, so his absence won't make much of an impact from a fantasy perspective. He has yet to score or assist in 2024/25, and he's expected to return to training after the Bundesliga winter break.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Jonas Hofmann - Sets up Leverkusen's lone goal Hofmann had an assist with his lone chance created while crossing twice inaccurately and taking an off target shot during Wednesday's 1-1 draw with Brest.

Impact Hofmann set up Florian Wirtz in the 24th minute assisting the opening goal of the match. Hofmann made his first Champions League start in the match as he's played in only three matches this season between the Bundesliga and UCL.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Alex Grimaldo - Creates two chances Grimaldo took an off target shot, crossed seven times (one accurate) and created two chances during Wednesday's 1-1 draw with Brest.

Impact Grimaldo was held off the scoresheet, but led Leverkusen in both crosses and chances created in the match. Grimaldo hasn't had a goal involvement in over a month, but remains a creative threat any time he's on the pitch due to a role on set pieces.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Florian Wirtz - Returns to starting XI Wirtz scored a goal while taking four shots (two on goal), crossing once inaccurately and creating two chances during Wednesday's 1-1 draw with Brest.

Impact Wirtz found the back of the net in the 24th minute opening the scoring in the match while leading Leverkusen in shots and chances created. Wirtz returned to the starting XI in the match after being a substitute this past weekend against Frankfurt and has now scored three goals in Leverkusen's opening three Champions League matches.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Matej Kovar - Concedes once in draw Kovar allowed a goal while making two saves during Wednesday's 1-1 draw with Brest.

Impact Kovar conceded the game tying goal in the 39th minute as Leverkusen split the points with Brest on Wednesday. It was the first start since August for Kovar who remains the primary backup to Lukas Hradecky.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

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