German Cup 2024-2025: Arminia Bielefeld-Bayer Leverkusen, likely lineups

Bayer Leverkusen takes on Arminia Bielefeld in the first German Cup semifinal. Kickoff at 8:45 p.m. at the Schuco Arena. Up for grabs is the final in Berlin with the winner of Stuttgart-Lipzig, scheduled for Wednesday evening at the same time.

Kniat relies on the trident formed by Grodowski, Kania and Worl. Russo in the midfield booth, while the defense will be headed by the Schneider-Grosser pair.

Xabi Alonso relies on Schick in attack, with Palacios and Adli on either side of him. Midfield dike formed by Xhaka and Andrich, on the flanks Frimpong and Grimaldo. Tah to lead the defense in front of goalkeeper Kovar.

Probable lineups

Arminia Bielefeld (4-3-3): Kersken; Lannert, Schneider, Grosser, Oppie; Schreck, Russo, Corboz; Grodowski, Kania, Worl. Coach: Kniat.

Bayer Leverkusen (3-4-3): Kovar; Mukiele, Tah, Hincapie; Frimpong, Xhaka, Andrich, Grimaldo; Palacios, Schick, Adli. Coach: Xabi Alonso

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