Bundesliga Regular Season - 29
Borussia Dortmund 0 - 1 FT Bayer Leverkusen
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
R. Andrich 42'
45' S. Guirassy
HT
↓ C. Kofane ↑P. Schick 54'
59' ↓ D. Svensson ↑M. Beier
63' M. Beier
64' ↓ M. Sabitzer ↑C. Chukwuemeka
65' ↓ F. Silva ↑S. Inacio
↓ N. Tella ↑E. Poku 73'
↓ M. Culbreath ↑Lucas 74'
76' ↓ J. Bellingham ↑S. Ozcan
76' ↓ J. Ryerson ↑A. Kabar
↓ I. Maza ↑M. Tillman 90'+2
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Borussia Dortmund
Goalkeepers
Gregor Kobel 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
89
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Waldemar Anton 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
4
Tackles
83%
Duel Win %
Nico Schlotterbeck 
MAGNET
90
Activity
90
Activity
79
Passes
11
Duels
Ramy Bensebaini 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Midfielders
Julian Ryerson
LATE SHIFT
14
Late Mins
14
Late Mins
75
Total Mins
76
Entry
Marcel Sabitzer
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
64
Total Mins
64
Entry
Jobe Bellingham
LATE SHIFT
14
Late Mins
14
Late Mins
76
Total Mins
76
Entry
Julian Brandt
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Daniel Svensson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
59
Total Mins
59
Entry
Forwards
Serhou Guirassy
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Fábio Silva
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
64
Total Mins
65
Entry
BENCH
Alexander Meyer 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Almugera Kabar
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Luca Reggiani
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Niklas Süle
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Salih Özcan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Carney Chukwuemeka
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
25
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mathis Albert
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Samuele Inacio
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
25
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Maximilian Beier
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Bayer Leverkusen
Goalkeepers
Mark Flekken
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
89
Minutes
Defenders
Robert Andrich 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Loïc Badé
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
89
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Edmond Tapsoba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
89
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Montrell Culbreath
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
74
Total Mins
74
Entry
Exequiel Palacios 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
80%
Pass Acc
Aleix García
MAGNET
94
Activity
94
Activity
91
Passes
3
Duels
Alejandro Grimaldo
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
40%
Pass Acc
Forwards
Ibrahim Maza 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Nathan Tella
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
74
Total Mins
73
Entry
Christian Kofane
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
54
Total Mins
54
Entry
BENCH
Janis Blaswich
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Lucas Vázquez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tim Oermann
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ezequiel Fernández
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
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Eliesse Ben Seghir
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ernest Poku
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Patrik Schick
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
35
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/02/2025 | Borussia Dortmund | 0 - 1 | Bayer Leverkusen | DFB Pokal | Signal Iduna Park |
| 11/29/2025 | Bayer Leverkusen | 1 - 2 | Borussia Dortmund | Bundesliga | BayArena |
| 05/11/2025 | Bayer Leverkusen | 2 - 4 | Borussia Dortmund | Bundesliga | BayArena |
| 01/10/2025 | Borussia Dortmund | 2 - 3 | Bayer Leverkusen | Bundesliga | SIGNAL IDUNA PARK |
| 04/21/2024 | Borussia Dortmund | 1 - 1 | Bayer Leverkusen | Bundesliga | BVB Stadion Dortmund |
| 12/03/2023 | Bayer Leverkusen | 1 - 1 | Borussia Dortmund | Bundesliga | BayArena |
12/02/2025
11/29/2025
05/11/2025
01/10/2025
04/21/2024
12/03/2023
Borussia Dortmund Win
Bayer Leverkusen Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 29 GD: +78
P: 29 GD: +31
P: 29 GD: +22
P: 29 GD: +20
P: 29 GD: +20
P: 29 GD: +14
P: 29 GD: 0
P: 29 GD: -5
P: 29 GD: -9
P: 29 GD: -17
P: 29 GD: -17
P: 29 GD: -13
P: 29 GD: -7
P: 29 GD: -14
P: 29 GD: -20
P: 29 GD: -25
P: 29 GD: -26
P: 29 GD: -32
League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | Pts | GF | GA | GD | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bayern München | 31 | 82 | 113 | 32 | +81 | |
| 2 | Borussia Dortmund | 30 | 64 | 61 | 31 | +30 | |
| 3 | RB Leipzig | 31 | 62 | 62 | 38 | +24 | |
| 4 | 1899 Hoffenheim | 31 | 57 | 61 | 45 | +16 | |
| 5 | VfB Stuttgart | 30 | 56 | 62 | 42 | +20 | |
| 6 | Bayer Leverkusen | 31 | 55 | 62 | 42 | +20 | |
| 7 | Eintracht Frankfurt | 31 | 43 | 56 | 58 | -2 | |
| 8 | SC Freiburg | 30 | 43 | 44 | 48 | -4 | |
| 9 | FC Augsburg | 31 | 37 | 39 | 55 | -16 | |
| 10 | FSV Mainz 05 | 31 | 34 | 39 | 49 | -10 | |
| 11 | Borussia Mönchengladbach | 31 | 32 | 36 | 50 | -14 | |
| 12 | Union Berlin | 31 | 32 | 35 | 55 | -20 | |
| 13 | 1. FC Köln | 31 | 31 | 45 | 53 | -8 | |
| 14 | Hamburger SV | 31 | 31 | 34 | 50 | -16 | |
| 15 | Werder Bremen | 30 | 31 | 35 | 53 | -18 | |
| 16 | FC St. Pauli | 31 | 26 | 26 | 53 | -27 | |
| 17 | VfL Wolfsburg | 31 | 25 | 41 | 66 | -25 | |
| 18 | 1. FC Heidenheim | 31 | 22 | 35 | 66 | -31 |
P: 31 GD: +81
P: 30 GD: +30
P: 31 GD: +24
P: 31 GD: +16
P: 30 GD: +20
P: 31 GD: +20
P: 31 GD: -2
P: 30 GD: -4
P: 31 GD: -16
P: 31 GD: -10
P: 31 GD: -14
P: 31 GD: -20
P: 31 GD: -8
P: 31 GD: -16
P: 30 GD: -18
P: 31 GD: -27
P: 31 GD: -25
P: 31 GD: -31
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Leverkusen's Defensive Wall Shters Dortmund's Title Dreams
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 32/100. A tactical slog ends in a devastating sucker punch to Borussia Dortmund's dwindling championship ambitions.
The Opening Act
The famous Yellow Wall at SIGNAL IDUNA PARK was in full voice, expecting an attacking masterclass, but the action on the pitch quickly dissolved into a tense, tactical chess match. Borussia Dortmund edged possession in the early exchanges, methodically knocking the ball around the midfield but failing to find a penetrating pass. Nico Schlotterbeck was a standout at the back, orchestrating the buildup play with vision and keeping the defensive line secure against swift counters. Yet, despite holding the ball, the home side looked remarkably blunt in the final third. The Intensity was palpable as both teams fought for territorial supremacy, but neither could force an early breakthrough. It was a gritty opening phase that ultimately favored the visitors' disciplined, counter-punching strategy far more than Dortmund's creative aspirations.
The Pivot
The decisive blow landed just when the hosts seemed to be settling into a comfortable rhythm. In the 42nd minute, R. Andrich silenced the home crowd with a moment of pure opportunism. It was a classic sucker punch that fundamentally altered the Balance of the tie, tearing up the pre-match script in an instant. Leverkusen's underlying offensive numbers were incredibly modest—generating less than half an expected goal overall—but their clinical edge was undeniable. They managed to hit the target four times compared to Dortmund’s solitary, unconvincing effort on goal. This sudden, sharp strike shifted the Upset Factor into overdrive, rewarding the away side's patience and forcing the shell-shocked hosts to completely rethink their tactical approach heading into the halftime interval.
Resolution
The second half saw Dortmund throw men forward in desperation, but they ran straight into an unyielding brick wall. Loïc Badé delivered an absolute masterclass in central defense, expertly repelling wave after wave of toothless attacks to secure the clean sheet. The Stakes could not have been higher for the home side, and this defeat leaves their championship aspirations hanging by the thinnest of threads. Trailing the league leaders by nine points with just six matches remaining, Dortmund's domestic dream is fading fast into reality. For Leverkusen, this gritty away win provides a massive boost to their European qualification campaign, solidifying their spot in the upper echelons of the table. Our take? A tremendous defensive effort from the visitors, but a deeply frustrating watch for the expectant neutrals.
Key Questions
What does this mean for Borussia Dortmund's season?
Sitting nine points adrift of the leaders with six games left, Dortmund's title hopes are virtually over. They must now aggressively protect their Champions League spot.
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.
Dortmund's Title Dreams Face the Ultimate Test
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 87/100. Our verdict is simple: this is a title-defining clash where Dortmund must win to keep their championship hopes alive against a lethal Leverkusen side.
The Setup
At Signal Iduna Park, Borussia Dortmund are chasing the Bundesliga crown, sitting second and desperately needing all three points. Their recent Form shows real title credentials, boasting an impressive winning streak on home soil. But Bayer Leverkusen bring massive disruptive potential. Sitting sixth, the visitors boast a Stars rating that is completely off the charts, driven by an attack that guarantees goals. The competitive Balance here is exceptionally tight. Even with slightly reduced Stakes for the visitors, the tactical margins are razor-thin, and one slip-up will dictate the championship narrative.
Key Battle
We are watching Nico Schlotterbeck try to contain the explosive Patrik Schick. Schlotterbeck has been a rock at the back for the hosts, but Schick arrives in formidable scoring rhythm. If the Dortmund defender loses his grip on the Czech forward in the penalty area, the home side's title ambitions could shatter instantly.
Our Prediction
We expect a narrow win for the hosts. Leverkusen will strike through their dynamic left flank, but Dortmund's relentless home pressure will eventually crack the visitors' defense late in the second half.