Talking Tactics: Bayern Munich face tricky challenge against Leverkusen

Bayern Munich have their work cut out against Bayer Leverkusen.

Bayern Munich are nearing their eighth consecutive league title. The Rekordmeister are on an eight-game winning spree, with their latest victory coming against Fortuna Dusseldorf last weekend. Hansi Flick will aim to continue this feat as his next test brings bad memories with it. The Bavarians will travel away to face Bayer Leverkusen on Saturday.

Die Werkself have collected nine points since the lockdown was lifted in Germany’s top tier football. Peter Bosz got the better of Flick in their previous meeting. Leverkusen returned home with three points, raising initial concerns over Hansi Flick’s appointment as the interim head coach in November.

Bayern don’t have good memories from their last trip to Bay Arena. Rekordmeister suffered a heavy 3-1 defeat against Leverkusen last season in this fixture. Leverkusen currently have a number on Die Roten, making Saturday’s fixture even more intriguing.

While Bayern are steadfast and on their way to lifting another Meisterschale, Bayer Leverkusen can be a big stumbling block in their journey. Considering the importance of this match, let us look at the key highlights from their previous clash in the Hinrunde and the expectations from Saturday’s game.

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