Bundesliga Regular Season - 28
Bayer Leverkusen 6 - 3 FT VfL Wolfsburg
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
J. Wind (K. Koulierakis) 16'
J. Maehle 29'
30' A. Grimaldo
J. Maehle 31'
37' E. Tapsoba
C. Eriksen 38'
D. Hecking 38'
44' A. Grimaldo (E. Fernandez)
HT
46' ↓ E. Fernandez ↑P. Schick
53' P. Schick
K. Koulierakis 55'
↓ P. Wimmer ↑J. Lindstrom 66'
68' E. Tapsoba
D. Vavro 71'
72' K. Hjulmand
73' I. Maza (E. Palacios)
81' ↓ N. Tella ↑E. Poku
↓ J. Wind ↑D. Pejcinovic 81'
↓ C. Eriksen ↑M. Arnold 81'
↓ S. Kumbedi ↑M. Svanberg 82'
88' ↓ C. Kofane ↑M. Tillman
90'+6 M. Tillman (E. Poku)
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Bayer Leverkusen
Goalkeepers
Mark Flekken 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Robert Andrich 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Loïc Badé
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Edmond Tapsoba 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
2
Fouls
6.6
Rating
Midfielders
Montrell Culbreath 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Exequiel Palacios 
MAGNET
126
Activity
126
Activity
121
Passes
5
Duels
Ezequiel Fernández 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.5
Rating
Alejandro Grimaldo 
HITMAN
2
Goals
2
Goals
4
On Target
9.3
Rating
Forwards
Ibrahim Maza 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
40%
Pass Acc
Nathan Tella
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
1
Pens Won
Christian Kofane 
NPC
88
Minutes
88
Minutes
9%
Pass Acc
6.5
Rating
BENCH
Janis Blaswich 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Jonas Omlin
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Axel Tape
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tim Oermann
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jonas Hofmann
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Malik Tillman 
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.6
Rating
Ernest Poku 
SUPER SUB
1
Assist
1
Assist
14
Minutes
6.5
Rating
Patrik Schick
SUPER SUB
1
Goal
1
Goal
50
Minutes
7
Rating
Eliesse Ben Seghir
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
VfL Wolfsburg
Goalkeepers
Kamil Grabara
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Jeanuël Belocian 
SHIELD
3
Blocks
3
Blocks
2
Interceptions
1
Tackles
Denis Vavro
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Konstantinos Koulierakis
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
1
Assists
26%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
Saël Kumbedi
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
1
Fouls
6
Rating
Christian Eriksen 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Vinícius Souza
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Joakim Mæhle
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
2
Fouls
6.7
Rating
Forwards
Patrick Wimmer
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
66
Total Mins
66
Entry
Mohamed Amoura
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Jonas Wind
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
BENCH
Pavao Pervan
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Aaron Zehnter
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Maximilian Arnold
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yannick Gerhardt
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mattias Svanberg
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jesper Lindstrøm
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
29
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kento Shiogai
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Dženan Pejčinović
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Adam Daghim
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/22/2025 | VfL Wolfsburg | 1 - 3 | Bayer Leverkusen | Bundesliga | Volkswagen Arena |
| 02/08/2025 | VfL Wolfsburg | 0 - 0 | Bayer Leverkusen | Bundesliga | Volkswagen Arena |
| 09/22/2024 | Bayer Leverkusen | 4 - 3 | VfL Wolfsburg | Bundesliga | BayArena |
| 03/10/2024 | Bayer Leverkusen | 2 - 0 | VfL Wolfsburg | Bundesliga | BayArena |
| 10/21/2023 | VfL Wolfsburg | 1 - 2 | Bayer Leverkusen | Bundesliga | Volkswagen Arena |
| 04/16/2023 | VfL Wolfsburg | 0 - 0 | Bayer Leverkusen | Bundesliga | VOLKSWAGEN ARENA |
11/22/2025
02/08/2025
09/22/2024
03/10/2024
10/21/2023
04/16/2023
Bayer Leverkusen Win
VfL Wolfsburg Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 28 GD: +73
P: 28 GD: +32
P: 28 GD: +19
P: 28 GD: +18
P: 28 GD: +14
P: 28 GD: +19
P: 28 GD: -1
P: 28 GD: -6
P: 28 GD: -8
P: 28 GD: -15
P: 28 GD: -17
P: 28 GD: -9
P: 28 GD: -13
P: 28 GD: -18
P: 28 GD: -9
P: 28 GD: -20
P: 28 GD: -25
P: 28 GD: -34
League Standings
P: 32 GD: +81
P: 31 GD: +34
P: 32 GD: +21
P: 32 GD: +23
P: 32 GD: +20
P: 32 GD: +16
P: 32 GD: -3
P: 31 GD: -8
P: 32 GD: -14
P: 32 GD: -8
P: 32 GD: -15
P: 32 GD: -20
P: 32 GD: -8
P: 31 GD: -14
P: 32 GD: -20
P: 32 GD: -29
P: 31 GD: -25
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Nine-Goal Knockout Thriller: Leverkusen's Sensational Comeback
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 93/100. A breathless nine-goal spectacle at the BayArena saw Leverkusen overturn a massive deficit to eliminate a shell-shocked Wolfsburg from the competition.
The Opening Chaos
The Intensity of the opening exchange left the home crowd stunned as the visitors threatened a monumental upset. J. Wind broke the deadlock early, sparking a frantic goal flurry. Although A. Grimaldo equalised from the penalty spot, the relegation-threatened visitors bit right back. A strike from J. Maehle and a penalty converted by C. Eriksen suddenly gave Wolfsburg a commanding 3-1 advantage. The Stakes were incredibly high in this single-leg knockout tie, and the hosts looked to be crashing out in disastrous fashion.
The Comeback Catalyst
The Balance of the tie shifted drastically just before the interval when Grimaldo netted his second, giving Leverkusen a crucial lifeline. Following the break, the introduction of substitute P. Schick paid immediate dividends. Converting the match's third penalty in the 53rd minute, the Czech striker wiped out Wolfsburg's lead entirely. From that moment, Leverkusen dominated possession, wielding 69 percent of the ball to completely suffocate their opponents. A barrage of 23 shots turned the pitch into a shooting gallery, exposing the frailties of a fatigued away defence.
Complete Capitulation
With momentum fully behind them, the hosts ruthlessly finished the job to secure their progression. E. Tapsoba headed them in front, before I. Maza doubled the cushion moments later. Any lingering Upset Factor evaporated deep into stoppage time when M. Tillman sealed the 6-3 triumph. Leverkusen progress to the next round with their heads held high, leaving Wolfsburg to focus entirely on their desperate battle for survival at the bottom of the table.
Key Questions
What made Alejandro Grimaldo the Man of the Match?
He scored twice, including a vital penalty, dragging Leverkusen back into the tie with relentless attacking drive before the break.
What caused the 9-goal thriller?
A chaotic mix of three penalties, wild momentum swings, and Leverkusen's 23 shots overpowering Wolfsburg's early clinical finishing.
How did Bayer Leverkusen complete the comeback from behind?
They dominated possession, utilised a super-sub in Schick, and scored five unanswered goals to obliterate Wolfsburg's 3-1 advantage.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Desperation Meets Ambition at the BayArena
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 44/100. With Wolfsburg fighting for their Bundesliga lives and Leverkusen chasing Europe, this lopsided affair leans heavily toward the hosts.
The Setup
As we head into this April 04, 2026 clash, the contrast between the two sides is stark. Bayer Leverkusen sit comfortably in 6th place, quietly accumulating points in their push for continental qualification. Conversely, VfL Wolfsburg find themselves trapped in a vicious relegation battle down in 17th. The Stakes are driven almost entirely by the visitors' desperation to survive. A dreadful run of recent Form (LDLLL) paints a bleak picture for Wolfsburg, compounding a modest Balance rating that heavily tips the scales toward the home side. However, the match boasts a high Stars rating thanks to Leverkusen's heavy hitters. P. Hincapié brings world-class defensive stability, while Patrik Schick has rediscovered his scoring touch. Wolfsburg's main highlight remains overworked goalkeeper Kamil Grabara, who has faced a staggering barrage to make 22 saves in his last five outings.
Key Battle
Leverkusen's relentless attacking unit against Wolfsburg's overworked and porous defensive line. If the visitors cannot establish a compact block, they will be easily dismantled.
Our Prediction
Leverkusen 2-0. Grabara will likely keep the scoreline respectable, but Wolfsburg's toothless attack won't breach a disciplined Leverkusen defense.