UEFA Champions League League Stage - 6
Bayer Leverkusen 2 - 2 FT Newcastle
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
13' Bruno Guimaraes (R. Andrich)
Malick Thiaw 21'
HT
46' ↓ P. Schick ↑C. M. Kofane
47' Ernest Poku
51' Aleix García
A. Gordon (A. Gordon) 51'
↓ Joelinton ↑L. Miley 60'
71' ↓ E. Poku ↑N. Tella
L. Miley (A. Gordon) 74'
↓ H. Barnes ↑J. Murphy 78'
Aaron Ramsdale 82'
85' ↓ M. Tillman ↑C. Echeverri
88' A. Grimaldo (I. Maza)
90' ↓ Arthur ↑L. Bade
↓ N. Woltemade ↑Y. Wissa 90'+3
↓ A. Gordon ↑J. Ramsey 90'+3
FT
Player Cards
Season performance ratings for players in this match
Bayer Leverkusen
Goalkeepers
M. Flekken 
FRIENDLY FIRE
0
mistake
0
mistake
1
fouls
6.2
rating
Defenders
J. Quansah 
STORMTROOPER
1
shots
1
shots
0
goals
1
on target
R. Andrich 
NPC
90
minutes
90
minutes
47%
pass acc
6.6
rating
E. Tapsoba
STORMTROOPER
1
shots
1
shots
0
goals
0
on target
Midfielders
Arthur
NPC
89
minutes
89
minutes
15%
pass acc
6.2
rating
I. Maza 
DRIBBLER
3
dribbles
3
dribbles
3
attempts
100%
success %
A. Garcia 
MAGNET
83
activity
83
activity
81
passes
2
duels
A. Grimaldo 
CLUTCH HERO
0
goal time
0
goal time
0
impact
8
rating
Forwards
M. Tillman
NPC
85
minutes
85
minutes
18%
pass acc
6.3
rating
E. Poku
NPC
71
minutes
71
minutes
17%
pass acc
6.6
rating
P. Schick
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
BENCH
J. Blaswich 
SPECTATOR
0
saves
0
saves
0
conceded
0
minutes
N. Lomb
SPECTATOR
0
saves
0
saves
0
conceded
0
minutes
L. Bade 
CAMEO
1
minutes
1
minutes
3
touches
None
events
A. Tape
CAMEO
0
minutes
0
minutes
0
touches
None
events
J. Belocian
CAMEO
0
minutes
0
minutes
0
touches
None
events
C. Echeverri
CAMEO
10
minutes
10
minutes
4
touches
None
events
E. Ben Seghir
CAMEO
0
minutes
0
minutes
0
touches
None
events
N. Tella
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
C. M. Kofane
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Newcastle
Goalkeepers
A. Ramsdale
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Defenders
V. Livramento
NPC
90
minutes
90
minutes
42%
pass acc
6.2
rating
M. Thiaw
STORMTROOPER
2
shots
2
shots
0
goals
1
on target
D. Burn 
WALL
0
dribbled past
0
dribbled past
3
tackles
75%
duel win %
L. Hall 
SWEEPER
4
cleanups
4
cleanups
3
interceptions
1
blocks
Midfielders
S. Tonali
SWEEPER
2
cleanups
2
cleanups
1
interceptions
1
blocks
Bruno Guimaraes
FRIENDLY FIRE
0
mistake
0
mistake
3
fouls
7
rating
Joelinton
SWEEPER
3
cleanups
3
cleanups
1
interceptions
2
blocks
Forwards
H. Barnes
NPC
78
minutes
78
minutes
32%
pass acc
6.9
rating
N. Woltemade
NPC
89
minutes
89
minutes
6%
pass acc
6.9
rating
A. Gordon 
SNIPER
50%
conversion
50%
conversion
1
goals
2
shots
BENCH
M. Thompson
SPECTATOR
0
saves
0
saves
0
conceded
0
minutes
F. Schar
CAMEO
0
minutes
0
minutes
0
touches
None
events
A. Murphy
CAMEO
0
minutes
0
minutes
0
touches
None
events
J. Murphy
CAMEO
12
minutes
12
minutes
2
touches
None
events
J. Willock
CAMEO
0
minutes
0
minutes
0
touches
None
events
J. Ramsey
CAMEO
1
minutes
1
minutes
0
touches
None
events
L. Miley 
SUPER SUB
0
impact
0
impact
30
minutes
7.3
rating
Y. Wissa
CAMEO
1
minutes
1
minutes
0
touches
None
events
A. Elanga
CAMEO
0
minutes
0
minutes
0
touches
None
events
A. Harrison
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
League Standings
P: 6 GD: +16
P: 6 GD: +11
P: 6 GD: +11
P: 6 GD: +6
P: 6 GD: +2
P: 6 GD: +8
P: 6 GD: +6
P: 6 GD: +3
P: 6 GD: +3
P: 6 GD: +6
P: 6 GD: +6
P: 6 GD: +7
P: 6 GD: +5
P: 6 GD: +4
P: 6 GD: +3
P: 6 GD: +3
P: 6 GD: +2
P: 6 GD: 0
P: 6 GD: -1
P: 6 GD: -2
P: 6 GD: +4
P: 6 GD: -3
P: 6 GD: -5
P: 6 GD: -6
P: 6 GD: -2
P: 6 GD: -5
P: 6 GD: -8
P: 6 GD: -5
P: 6 GD: -7
P: 6 GD: -8
P: 6 GD: -8
P: 6 GD: -4
P: 6 GD: -9
P: 6 GD: -13
P: 6 GD: -9
League Standings
P: 7 GD: +18
P: 7 GD: +13
P: 7 GD: +11
P: 7 GD: +6
P: 7 GD: +8
P: 7 GD: +10
P: 7 GD: +10
P: 7 GD: +6
P: 7 GD: +5
P: 7 GD: +5
P: 7 GD: +4
P: 7 GD: +3
P: 7 GD: +1
P: 7 GD: +6
P: 7 GD: +4
P: 7 GD: +4
P: 7 GD: 0
P: 7 GD: -2
P: 7 GD: 0
P: 7 GD: -4
P: 7 GD: -6
P: 7 GD: +1
P: 7 GD: -4
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: -6
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: -2
P: 7 GD: -4
P: 7 GD: -6
P: 7 GD: -10
P: 7 GD: -12
P: 7 GD: -9
P: 7 GD: -11
P: 7 GD: -10
AI-powered match analysis and previews to help you decide which games are worth watching
Newcastle's Resilience Rewarded in BayArena Stalemate
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 53/100. When Newcastle trailed 2-1 heading into the final stretch, this looked like a Champions League night to forget—until Anthony Gordon orchestrated a remarkable comeback that left both benches stunned.
Gordon's Masterclass Turns the Tide
The intensity was suffocating from the opening whistle at BayArena. Bayer Leverkusen struck first through catastrophe: Bruno Guimaraes turned the ball into his own net in the 13th minute after pressure from R. Andrich. The German side should have buried Newcastle there. Instead, Gordon emerged as the Magpies' avenging angel. His 51st-minute finish levelled matters, then his assist for L. Miley in the 74th minute gave Newcastle their first lead of the evening. The winger's balance between defensive work and attacking thrust—1 goal, 1 assist, 1 key pass—defined a performance that transcended the stat sheet.
Grimaldo's Late Leveller Denies Victory
But Leverkusen refused to wilt. Alejandro Grimaldo crashed home in the 88th minute, courtesy of I. Maza's assist, to salvage a point that felt like theft. Grimaldo's intervention—his 4 key passes orchestrated Leverkusen's midfield control—proved that the German side's intensity never relented, even when Newcastle's stakes seemed highest. The final whistle brought relief to neither dugout: Newcastle escaped defeat but failed to capitalize on Gordon's brilliance, while Leverkusen's defensive fragility (2 goals conceded from limited shots on target) exposed structural vulnerabilities in their Champions League campaign.
Ramsdale's Wall Holds the Line
Aaron Ramsdale proved the difference-maker between devastation and redemption. His 6 saves—including critical stops in the second half when Leverkusen pressed relentlessly—kept Newcastle in the contest when balance had shifted decisively. Leverkusen's 17 shots (7 on target) should have yielded more than 2 goals, but Ramsdale's positioning and reflexes denied them the victory their dominance threatened. The draw leaves both teams with unfinished business: Newcastle (10 points, 6 games) remains in a precarious position, while Leverkusen (9 points) cannot afford another stumble in their European ambitions.
Key Questions
Who was Newcastle's standout performer?
Anthony Gordon dominated with a goal, assist, and relentless pressing. His 8.3 rating reflected complete control of Newcastle's attacking threat.
Why couldn't Leverkusen convert their dominance?
Aaron Ramsdale's 6 saves and Newcastle's defensive discipline neutralized Leverkusen's 17-shot barrage. Clinical finishing eluded them until too late.
What does this result mean for both teams?
Newcastle salvages a point but must improve away from home. Leverkusen drops two points despite territorial dominance—a concerning pattern.
How is the Futmetrix Score calculated?
The Futmetrix Score (0-100) combines multiple factors: match intensity, competitive balance, stakes importance, and entertainment value to help you decide if this match is worth watching.
Survival at the BayArena: A Desperate Continental Crossroads
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 44/100. While the technical quality may have dipped this season, the sheer desperation of two sides clinging to their Champions League lives makes this a tense, high-pressure affair.
The Setup
As the league stage enters its critical final phase, Bayer Leverkusen find themselves in the unfamiliar territory of a Stakes-heavy scrap for survival. Currently sitting 20th in the table, the German side has struggled to replicate the invincible aura of previous campaigns. Their Form has been a mixed bag of draws and narrow defeats, leaving them vulnerable at the BayArena. Conversely, Newcastle arrive in 12th place, buoyed by a recent string of domestic wins but remains haunted by defensive inconsistencies that have plagued their European away days. For the Magpies, this is about consolidating their mid-table security, while for Leverkusen, it is a fight against a premature exit.
Key Battle
With no clear individual standout dominating the headlines, the match will be decided by the tactical Balance in the center of the pitch. Leverkusen’s midfield, led by the creative vision of Florian Wirtz, must find a way to break through a Newcastle block that has become increasingly resilient. The Magpies will look to exploit the transition, using the physical presence of Alexander Isak to bully a Leverkusen backline that has conceded 12 goals in six matches. It is a classic clash of Bundesliga patience versus Premier League intensity.
Our Prediction
Given the 50-point rating, this isn't a match for the purists. Expect a cagey, nervous start where neither side wants to commit too many bodies forward. Leverkusen will dominate possession but struggle to find the finishing touch, while Newcastle will be content to play for the draw that keeps them well above the drop zone. We foresee a 1-1 stalemate that leaves both managers frustrated but still technically in the hunt.
Key Questions
Should I watch this match?
Only if you enjoy high-tension survival battles. The technical quality is lower than typical UCL standards.
What's the predicted outcome?
A 1-1 draw. Both sides are too fearful of losing to truly go for the throat.
Where are Bayer Leverkusen and Newcastle in the league table?
Newcastle are 12th with 10 points; Bayer Leverkusen are 20th with 9 points.
What is Bayer Leverkusen's current form?
Inconsistent. Their last five matches read DWWLD, showing a struggle to maintain momentum.
What does this mean for relegation?
In this format, a loss for Leverkusen could effectively end their hopes of reaching the knockout rounds.
How is the Futmetrix Score calculated?
The Futmetrix Score (0-100) combines multiple factors: match intensity, competitive balance, stakes importance, and entertainment value to help you decide if this match is worth watching.