Bundesliga 2025-2026: Augsburg-Bayer Leverkusen, the likely lineups
The 13th day of Bundesliga 2025/26 features the challenge between Augsburg and Bayer Leverkusen, a crossroads that both teams face after a bitter round. Kickoff is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. at the WWK Arena. The hosts come to the challenge after the heavy 3-0 loss against Hoffenheim that cost Wagner the bench, while the Aspirins seek redemption after the defeat in the direct clash with Borussia Dortmund.
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New coach Baum opts for a 3-4-2-1 with Essende as the sole offensive reference, supported by Rieder and Claude-Maurice in the three-quarter. In midfield, Kade and Giannoulis will man the flanks, while the defense will be led by Matsima.
Hjulmand relies on Schick in attack, with Tillmann and Grimaldo behind him, while Hofmann and Poku will act as offensive wings. A midfield dike formed by Maza and Aleix Garcia, Badé will head the back line.
Probable lineups
Augbsurg (3-4-2-1): Dahmen; Banks, Matsima, K. Schlotterbeck; Kade, Massengo, Rexhbecaj, Giannoulis; Rieder, Claude-Maurice; Essende. All. Baum
Bayer Leverkusen (3-2-4-1): Flekken; Andrich, Badé, Tapsoba; Maza, Aleix Garcia; Hofmann, M. Tillman, Grimaldo, Poku; Schick. All. Hjulmand
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